[April 09, 2014]

Still Named CEO of Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists

Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists, the Lancaster orthopedic, spine and neurosurgical practice formerly known as Argires, Becker, Marotti and Westphal (ABMW), today announced the appointment of Robert T. Still as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Still is a well-known and widely respected healthcare leader, having guided the growth of Lancaster Radiology Associates (LRA) for the past 21 years. As Practice Manager, he served as the chief non-physician administrator of the 32-physician radiology practice that conducts more than 450,000 local radiology procedures each year. Through his work at LRA, Still is known for his deft management and personal skills that resulted in unprecedented expansion and efficiency improvements.

At Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists (www.brainsandbones.com), Still will direct the day-to-day activities of a 52-person multi-specialty pracice that combines neurosurgery, orthopedics, neurology, physical therapy and Interventional Pain Management services to provide the most comprehensive brain, joint and spine care.

"We believe we are building a new market-leading practice, one that combines the very best aspects of compassionate clinical care, advanced treatment and broad surgical capabilities," said Perry Argires, M.D., one of four Physician-Partners at Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists. "We are very fortunate to have Bob join us. He is well-known and well-liked in the community; and his abilities to manage and grow a practice like ours are second to none."

With facilities in Lancaster and Ephrata, the practice treats more than 45,000 patients each year for a wide range of Orthopedic Medicine; Sports Medicine; Brain Disorders; Spine, Neck and Back Pain; Neurological; and Interventional Pain Management needs.

"This is a remarkable opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of our many patients here in Lancaster," said Still. "I have always been impressed with the work of these physicians; and together, I believe we will connect with patients in so many new and exciting ways. I look forward to the work ahead."

A graduate of Indiana University (News - Alert) and Penn State University, Still has an extensive record of civic, professional, and community service that includes a stint in the Delaware State Senate, and as President of the Hempfield School District Board of Education, the Rotary Club of Lancaster, and the Radiology Business Management Association. He has also served on the boards of Fulton Opera House, North Museum, and St. Joseph Health Ministries. In September, 2005 he volunteered for three weeks of service with the American Red Cross Disaster Services working with the Hurricane Katrina relief effort in Mississippi.

"Bob will drive improvements to our processes and performance, as well as continue to build our team," said Carl Becker, M.D., orthopedist and practice partner. "We are wholly confident that his presence will accelerate our advancement as a practice, providing even more and better service to those who entrust us with their clinical and surgical needs. It's an exciting day in our practice."

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