Frye Regional Medical Center names Thomas E. Roddy chief operating officer

Frye Regional Medical Center has appointed Thomas E. Roddy as its new chief operating officer, the hospital announced Nov. 6.

The regional medical center in Hickory frequently serves patients and families across Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, and surrounding Foothills communities for specialized medical, cardiovascular, and surgical care.

In his new role, Roddy will oversee daily hospital operations and collaborate with clinical staff to manage operational efficiency, patient care, and service line development.

“Thomas brings a wealth of experience and a demonstrated ability to strengthen hospital operations while keeping patients at the center of every decision,” said Lindy White, chief executive officer of Frye Regional Medical Center. “His leadership, collaborative approach and commitment to quality care will be tremendous assets as we continue to expand access to services and meet the evolving health care needs of our communities.”

Roddy joins Frye Regional with nearly two decades of administrative experience in the health care sector. He most recently served as chief operating officer at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, a 418-bed hospital in Murfreesboro, Tenn. During his time there, he helped direct more than $180 million in capital infrastructure projects, including clinical program expansions and additions to cardiovascular and surgical services.

His background also includes executive roles with Ascension Healthcare, Community Health Systems, and Encompass Health.

“I am honored to join Frye Regional Medical Center and an organization with a longstanding commitment to the health and well-being of this region,” Roddy said. “I look forward to working alongside the dedicated physicians, nurses and employees to build on the hospital’s strong foundation and continue delivering high-quality care to the patients and families we serve.”

Roddy earned a Master of Science in health administration and a Master of Science in health informatics from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, as well as a Master of Business Administration from Middle Tennessee State University. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.