Karim Ghanem

Karim Ghanem is an accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience in operational leadership. Currently serving as Market Chief Operating Officer at Physicians Regional Healthcare System since September 2024, Karim previously held the same title at ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda. Prior roles include Vice President of Operations and Director of Performance Improvement at HCA Healthcare, as well as Lead APC at TeamHealth. Educational credentials include a Master of Business Administration from Florida International University and a Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from North Carolina State University. Additionally, Karim has a diverse background in clinical roles, starting as a Certified Nurse Assistant and progressing to advanced practice roles in emergency medicine.