Southeast Georgia Health System early next year.
He s been with the health system for nearly 20 years, having been appointed to his current roles in 2015. Prior to that he spent more than 12 years as its executive vice president and chief financial officer.
Scherneck’s time leading the health system saw growth among its affiliated physician practice, a regional alliance with Baptist Health and a $142 million campus expansion project. He also oversaw the provider’s COVID-19 pandemic response.
Beyond the president and CEO positions, Scherneck also holds spots on a slew of professional and community boards. These include the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals, Vizient Southern States and the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School Finance Council.