Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Curtis Byrd has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Curtis started their career at WHSV-TV as a Director in 1987, and later moved on to WAVY-TV where they held the same position until 1993. From 1993 to 1997, they served as the Director of Development at Norfolk Christian Schools. Curtis then worked as the General Manager at The Contract Companies from 1997 to 2004. Following that, they joined The Virginian-Pilot as a Senior Sales Executive until 2009. Curtis then transitioned into the political field, serving as the District Director for the U.S. House of Representatives from 2009 to 2016. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Advocacy and Community Relations at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, a role they have held since 2016.
Curtis Byrd holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Communication from Old Dominion University. Curtis also has a Master's Degree in Public Administration from the same university.
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is a health system laser focused on innovation, known for making medical history in the region and providing patients with truly personal care. It’s hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, is the only independent, community-based hospital in Hampton Roads. With the best heart attack survival rates of the major systems in the region (risk adjusted), a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center, and open-heart surgical care coming in 2024. The system has a state-of-the-art neurointerventional suite, comprehensive cancer care, the most preferred Labor & Delivery program in the area, nearly 40 practice locations and approximately 600 physicians on staff. Chesapeake Regional Healthcare’s technologically advanced health care saves lives every day. Learn more at ChesapeakeRegional.com.