Feb 27, 2019
Laurie Labarca, Via Christi St Joe's Hospital Pres
Teen suicide prevention

Laurie serves as Hospital President for Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph Hospital in Wichita for Ascension Via Christi Health, the largest healthcare provider in Kansas and the second-largest private employer in Wichita. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Kansas in 1985 and her master’s degree in Healthcare Leadership from Friends University in 2011. During her entire 33-year professional career, she has served at the Ascension Via Christi Health organization in a variety of leadership roles. Laurie serves on the boards of directors for Wichita State University, United Way, Pizza Hut Shocker Sports Hall of Fame, Wichita Center for Graduate Medical Education (WCGME), GraceMed, and Via Christi Rehabilitation Center Inc. She also serves on the Wichita State University College of Health Professions Dean’s Advisory Council and the Heartspring Foundation.