DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – The OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center (OSF) in Danville recently named its new president, J. T. Barnhart. Barnhart has been serving as interim president since the resignation of former president Ned Hill, who resigned in July. Barnhart will also continue to serve as president of the Urbana location.

“OSF Sacred Heart has made tremendous strides in recent years in improving patient experience, quality and stewardship. We remain committed to that pursuit,” said Barnhart.

Barnhart has been with OSF since February 2023. He has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and health care management from Appalachian State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Central Florida. OSF is an integrated healthcare system that has been recognized by Fortune as one of the most innovative companies in the country.

Deb McCarter has also been named the permanent vice president and chief nursing officer at OSF Sacred Heart. She has been with OSF since 2020 and will continue to serve in that same role at OSF Heart of Mary.