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JFL CEO Darlene Baptiste Shares Her Vision and Challenges in First 3 Months on the Job

ST. CROIX — In a candid and inspiring conversation aired Sunday on the Live with Laura show, Juan F. Luis Hospital CEO Darlene Baptiste reflected on her personal journey through the healthcare industry, the challenges currently facing St. Croix’s main medical facility, and her vision for restoring public trust and delivering quality care. Appearing as one of four women in leadership featured on the program hosted by Laura Forbes and broadcast on Consortium platforms, Ms. Baptiste emphasized the importance of collective action in achieving community healthcare goals. Having assumed leadership of JFL just over three months ago, Ms. Baptiste says she remains “still excited” about what she describes as a “wonderful opportunity,” despite the significant challenges confronting her and the nearly 600 employees under her charge. She characterized the hospital staff as “a group of hard working persons who really carry that institution in their heart,” while acknowledging that the hospital’s r...