Parrish Medical Center President and CEO George Mikitarian Recognized Nationally Among “207 Community Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know” for 2025

TITUSVILLE, FLA. (July 18, 2025)-Parrish Medical Center is proud to announce that President and CEO George Mikitarian, DHA, FACHE, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's list of "207 Community Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know" for 2025.

This list, announced annually by Becker's Hospital Review, celebrates hospital leaders across the nation who demonstrate outstanding leadership, commitment to patient-centered care and dedication to driving innovation in community health. This year's nomination marks the third year Becker's Hospital Review has recognized Dr. Mikitarian.

Under Dr. Mikitarian's guidance, Parrish Medical Center has become a national model for healing environments and one of America's most respected independent, not-for-profit hospitals. His strategic vision has helped shape a culture centered on safety, compassion and clinical excellence, earning Parrish repeated national honors for quality and patient experience.

"This continued recognition is a reflection of his unwavering dedication to the health and wellbeing of the communities throughout North Brevard we have the privilege to serve," said Robert Jordan, Chairman of Parrish Medical Center's Board of Directors. "Dr. Mikitarian's leadership has elevated Parrish Medical Center to new heights and continues to guide us toward a healthier future."

Now in his 24th year as President and CEO of Parrish Medical Center, Dr. Mikitarian remains a respected voice in the healthcare industry, known not only for his commitment to innovation and excellence, but also for fostering a deeply rooted culture of caring across the entire organization.

Among Dr. Mikitarian's many professional honors are: Citizen of the Year by Florida Today/Gannett; Junior Achievement Spirit of Achievement Award; United Way of Brevard County Chairman's Circle Award; Leadership Brevard's Community Leadership National Award and their Rodney S. Ketcham Leadership Icon Award; Business Leader of the Year by Space Coast Business Magazine; earning the Boy Scouts of America's Golden Eagle and Silver Beaver awards and, most recently, Healing Hospital CEO of the Year on behalf of the Erie Chapman Foundation.

To note, Becker's Hospital Review editorial team developed this list based on nominations and editorial research. Leaders cannot pay for inclusion on the list. To view the full list of Becker's Hospital Review's "207 Community Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know in 2025," please visit beckershospitalreview.com. For additional information on Parrish Medical Center or Parrish Healthcare, please visit parrishhealthcare.com.