Louis G. Smith

Louis G. Smith, Jr. is a seasoned healthcare executive with extensive experience in operational leadership across various healthcare organizations. Currently serving as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Harris Health System since May 2021, Louis oversees a comprehensive integrated health system. Previously, Louis held the position of Interim CEO at Prisma Health, focusing on quality, financial performance, and patient experience. Throughout a notable career, Louis has led acute and post-acute operations at Northeast Georgia Health System, served as CEO at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, and played a key role in establishing Alliant Health Plans as Georgia's first licensed Provider Sponsored Health Care Corporation. Louis holds a Master of Healthcare Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Mississippi College.