Great healthcare leaders are proactive changemakers, always looking ahead and striving for better. We're proud to share that Intermountain Health President and CEO Rob Allen and VP and Chief Information Security Officer Erik Decker have both been named on Becker’s Great Leaders in Healthcare for 2026 list. The executives recognized on this list represent the best of the best in healthcare leadership. They are bold, courageous, and deeply committed to their causes. Whether pioneering new models of care delivery, engineering solutions to the industry’s most stubborn challenges, or reimagining the everyday experiences of those who give and receive care, these leaders are building the future rather than passively waiting for it to arrive.
In healthcare, speed matters, but so does direction. Our CEO, Rob Allen, shares a simple leadership challenge: pause and make sure we’re solving the right problem, because that’s how real progress happens for patients and caregivers. Read the conversation from Becker’s below.
What started as a promise to bring pediatric care closer to home is already growing. Just two years after opening, Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital – Miller Family Campus in Lehi, Utah is expanding to meet the needs of more children and families, because access to expert pediatric care should never feel out of reach.
Nine Intermountain Health hospitals were named to Modern Healthcare’s 2026 100 Top Hospitals list, based on an independent national quality analysis conducted by Premier, Inc. Intermountain Medical Center (Murray, Utah) was ranked as one of the nation’s top teaching hospitals and was the only Utah hospital recognized in that category. Intermountain St. George Regional, Intermountain McKay-Dee (Ogden, Utah), and Intermountain Utah Valley (Provo, Utah) hospitals were ranked among the nation’s top 100 hospitals in the Large Community Hospital category list. Intermountain Logan Regional Hospital was also ranked in the Medium Community Hospital category. Intermountain Layton Hospital topped the Small Community Hospital list, being joined by Intermountain American Fork Hospital, Intermountain Alta View Hospital (Sandy, Utah), and Intermountain Riverton Hospital. In addition, Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital, Intermountain Utah Valley Hospital, and Intermountain Layton Hospital were further honored as Everest Award Winners, a designation for hospitals that show both top performance and strong improvement over time on Premier’s balanced scorecard.
As the weather warms and spring activities like gardening and yardwork beckon, many of us may find ourselves experiencing low back pain. For years, many patients went to the emergency department at the first sign of discomfort. However, a new approach is shifting this idea and encouraging most people to manage acute, non-traumatic low back pain at home instead of seeking emergency care, unless there are serious warning signs like signs of a fracture or osteoporosis. Our Neurosciences Clinical Program at Intermountain Health, in collaboration with many other departments, released a new care process model (CPM) to guide the treatment of acute low back pain. This initiative is designed to improve patient outcomes, minimize unnecessary testing and medications, and reduce healthcare costs by providing clear, practical recommendations for providers and patients.
We are expanding access to renowned nonprofit pediatric orthopedic specialty care in Nevada through a new collaborative affiliation with Shriners Children’s. See how this strategic partnership will help us improve the lives, well-being, and health of children throughout the state.
Dr. Rebecca Phillips is a physician of family medicine at the South Cache Valley Clinic. Dr. Phillips is a recent recipient of an Intermountain Health L.O.V.E. award for her care for her patients. After surviving a devastating shooting at age 14, a young woman in Cache Valley and patient of Dr. Phillips, spent years dealing with serious complications from the incident. After a genuine and thorough discussion with Dr. Phillips, the patient had made the decision that if she should become ill or have any new complications, she did not want life-saving treatment. Days later, she was admitted to hospice care. In her final days, Dr. Phillips helped honor her last wish to participate in a horse show, something she had loved doing prior to the incident. With the help of her daughter and close friends, they organized a horse show in just a few days bringing together family, friends and community for a celebration of her life. The patient passed away 5 days later at the age of 22. Dr. Phillips went above and beyond to serve this patient and her family during a very difficult time and is a strong example of our values. ❤️
On April 10 in Las Vegas, during the citywide celebration at Toshiba Plaza, Bruno Mars presented Intermountain Health Foundation with a $1 million gift to support the future Intermountain Nevada Children’s Hospital. Philanthropy at this scale does more than fund a building. It strengthens a community’s ability to deliver lifesaving pediatric care; advancing programs, and expanding access for children and families across Nevada. This moment is a direct reflection of the leadership and relationships our Nevada Campaign for Kids co-chairs, Bill Hornbuckle and Wendy Hornbuckle, are driving every day. Their advocacy, credibility, and connections continue to open doors and bring new partners into this vision in meaningful ways. We’re grateful to every donor and community partner who invests in what’s possible for kids — and to the caregivers who bring clinical excellence, empathy, and teamwork to families every day.
At Intermountain Health Spring Valley Women’s Health Clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada, a simple morning greeting has become a meaningful daily ritual. When caregivers walk in and say “Sabah el kheir,” they’re participating in something more than a language lesson — they’re embracing connection. The tradition began with Peter Aziz, MD, MPH, URPS, whose passion for sharing Arabic words and phrases has sparked curiosity, cultural exchange, and genuine camaraderie among caregivers. What started as a quick explanation on a whiteboard has grown into a shared learning experience that strengthens relationships and deepens trust. Dr. Aziz’s multilingual background, from Arabic and French to English, German, and Spanish, enriches his work as a urogynecologist and helps him meet patients where they are. His commitment to cultural understanding extends beyond the clinic, including international medical missions. This April, we honor caregivers like Dr. Aziz who bring their lived experiences, languages, and cultures into their work. Their contributions help us create welcoming spaces, improve communication, and advance our commitment to close gaps in care for underserved communities. At Intermountain, every voice and every culture strengthens the way we serve.
For more than three decades, Intermountain Health St. Mary’s Regional Hospital and Hilltop Community Resources have worked together to help Mesa County families access the support they need for healthy pregnancies and strong starts. Learn more about how their long‑standing collaboration continues to make a measurable difference for parents and babies across Western Colorado.
