Dr. Michael Waldrum has served as CEO of ECU Health since 2015, where he leverages his significant expertise and experience managing the clinical operations of hospitals and clinics. In July of 2021, Dr. Waldrum was appointed Dean of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, where he is responsible for operational aspects of medical school activities.

While serving as Dean and CEO, Dr. Waldrum has actively advocated for Medicaid expansion and solutions to solve other health disparities across eastern North Carolina. He is focused on giving the health care providers of tomorrow the opportunity to work in rural environments.

Dr. Waldrum is a specialist in critical care medicine and pulmonology and is trained in internal medicine. He completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, received a master’s degree in epidemiology from Harvard School of Public Health and earned his MBA from the University of Michigan.

Dr. Waldrum serves on the board of the Association of American Medical Colleges and is chair of the Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems.

Dr. Michael Waldrum, ECU Health CEO and Dean of Brody, speaks during a one-year anniversary of Medicaid expansion in North Carolina.

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Quotables

Rural Health Care to Save Rural Communities:

“Hospitals are the lifeblood of rural communities, fueling the economy by serving as an employer while also ensuring the health and wellness of their employees by providing their care. From young parents needing labor and delivery services to retired individuals needing reliable primary care, the people in our communities want to know they will have continued access to care.”

Working Together to Solve Complex Problems:

“Rural health care faces unique challenges that require innovative solutions, specifically the impacts of a global pandemic combined with a high burden of disease, shortage of behavioral health resources, vast geographical areas, traditionally underserved communities and a high reliance on government pay. ECU Health strives to sustain quality rural health care by building, educating and nurturing the next generation of health professionals through a variety of programs and thoughtful partnerships.”

Dr. Michael Waldrum in his own words

ECU Health Year in Review 2023

ECU Health Logo Announcement

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North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum talk following a one-year anniversary celebration of Medicaid expansion in North Carolina.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum talk following a one-year anniversary celebration of Medicaid expansion in North Carolina.
Dr. Michael Waldrum addresses a group at ECU Health Medical Center during a one-year anniversary event for Medicaid expansion in North Carolina.
Dr. Michael Waldrum addresses a group at ECU Health Medical Center during a one-year anniversary event for Medicaid expansion in North Carolina.
From left: Brennen Reynolds, Jeffrey Woods, Dr. Sy Saeed, Isa Diaz, Dr. Michael Genovese, Chris Hunter, Sec. Kody H. Kinsley, Dr. Michael Waldrum, Brian Floyd, Todd Hickey, Bob Greczyn, Dr. Michael Lang, Chancellor Philip Rogers, William Monk hold shovels during the groundbreaking for the upcoming behavioral health hospital in Greenville.
From left: Brennen Reynolds, Jeffrey Woods, Dr. Sy Saeed, Isa Diaz, Dr. Michael Genovese, Chris Hunter, Sec. Kody H. Kinsley, Dr. Michael Waldrum, Brian Floyd, Todd Hickey, Bob Greczyn, Dr. Michael Lang, Chancellor Philip Rogers, William Monk hold shovels during the groundbreaking for the upcoming behavioral health hospital in Greenville.
ECU Health ECU Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks to a crowd during the groundbreaking of ECU Health and Acadia's upcoming behavioral health hospital.
Dr. Waldrum addresses the audience at the groundbreaking for a new behavioral health hospital in Greenville, NC.
Dr. Michael Waldrum, chief executive officer of ECU Health and dean of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, speaks during Match Day on March 18, 2022.
Dr. Michael Waldrum, chief executive officer of ECU Health and dean of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, speaks during Match Day on March 18, 2022. (Photo Courtesy of East Carolina University)
ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks with attendees at the 10th anniversary celebration for Maynard Children's Hospital at ECU Health Medical Center.
ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks with attendees at the 10th anniversary celebration for Maynard Children's Hospital at ECU Health Medical Center.
Dr. Michael Waldrum high-fives an incoming Brody School of Medicine student during the 2021 White Coat Ceremony
Dr. Michael Waldrum high-fives an incoming Brody School of Medicine student during the 2021 White Coat Ceremony
Dr. Michael Waldrum joins Gov. Roy Cooper and other elected officials after the Medicaid expansion bill signing in Raleigh.
Dr. Michael Waldrum joins Gov. Roy Cooper and other elected officials after the Medicaid expansion bill signing in Raleigh.
Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks with the media during ECU Health's logo reveal press conference.
Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks with the media during ECU Health's logo reveal press conference.
ECU Health and community leaders gather for a group photo during the 75th anniversary celebration at ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital.
ECU Health and community leaders gather for a group photo during the 75th anniversary celebration at ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital.
ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks to ECU Health team members and community members at ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital's 75th anniversary celebration.
ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum speaks to ECU Health team members and community members at ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital's 75th anniversary celebration.
Dr. Michael Waldrum
ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum

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