the Louisiana Independent Hospital Network Coalition (LIHNC) announced Bart Folse as its new chief executive officer. Formed in 2019, LIHNC is a collaborative of independent Louisiana hospitals and providers that are not affiliated with large systems, where each member maintains its independent status and its unique identity. More than 25 hospitals from across the state are a part of LIHNC.
Folse most recently served as the chief operating officer at Bayou Bend Health System, formerly Franklin Foundation Hospital, since May 2021. In addition to his role at Bayou Bend, he is the founder and lead consultant at Group 213 Strategy Partners.
By bringing together hospitals and other stakeholders, LIHNC tackles complex issues that are often deeply rooted in communities. Together, the goal is to make sustainable change by pulling together resources, thinking differently about healthcare, and improving quality and wellness for communities.
Folse holds an MBA and Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences from Nicholls State University.