WILMINGTON, N.C. Novant Health has named two new presidents to lead Brunswick and Scotts Hill medical centers.
Kevin Briggs is the new president of Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, and Grant Rush will serve as president of the future Novant Health Scotts Hill Medical Center.
In their new roles, Rush and Briggs will oversee hospital operations at Scotts Hill and Brunswick Medical Centers, working closely with campus leaders and physicians. Their leadership will focus on operational excellence, delivering a remarkable experience for patients, team members and the coastal community while fostering engaged teams and00 strong community partnerships.
“The selection of Kevin Briggs and Grant Rush to lead Brunswick and Scotts Hill Medical Centers reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering remarkable care across the Coastal Region,” said Laurie Whalin, president of acute care operations for the Novant Health Coastal Region. “I am thrilled to welcome them to our Coastal Region senior leadership team. Both Kevin and Grant bring a strong track record of developing people, advancing high-quality care, and building meaningful community partnerships. Their proven leadership will be instrumental as we continue to expand access and deliver exceptional care for our region.”
Briggs brings 22 years of healthcare operations experience and a service-first leadership philosophy to his role. He has spent two decades with the organization, most recently serving as senior director of laboratory and respiratory care services, health equity, and belonging for the Coastal Region. He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from the Medical University of South Carolina.
Locally, Briggs launched the Novant Health Healthcare Explorer Program, introducing hundreds of high school students to careers in healthcare. He has also supported academic and industry partnerships, including the launch of Cape Fear Community College’s first medical laboratory technology program and respiratory therapy programs at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. These initiatives, along with strategic talent partnerships, have been instrumental in building sustainable, high-quality care teams across the region.
Rush brings 15 years of healthcare executive experience to his role, with expertise in surgical and cardiovascular operations. Most recently, he served as vice president of the surgical institute at Novant Health, where he partnered with multidisciplinary leaders to advance coordinated care and improve patient outcomes. He is recognized for his collaborative leadership style and commitment to patient-centered care.
Rush holds a Master of Healthcare Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has been with the organization since 2011. He remains active in community leadership, serving on the board for Lower Cape Fear Lifecare.
About Novant Health
Novant Health is an integrated network of more than 900 locations, including 19 hospitals, more than 750 physician clinics and urgent care centers, outpatient facilities, and imaging and pharmacy services. This network supports a seamless and personalized healthcare experience for communities in North Carolina and South Carolina. Novant Health is nationally recognized for our unwavering commitment to safety and the highest quality care, and we serve as a catalyst for healthcare transformation through clinical trials, leading-edge research, innovative care delivery models and robust virtual care networks. The expertise and empathy of our more than 41,000 team members along with more than 8,600 independent and employed clinicians are at the heart of Our Cause as industry leaders caring for communities across the Carolinas. In 2024, Novant Health provided more than $1.6 billion in community benefit, including financial assistance and services.
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