David Crislip, BSN has been named the new administrator for Methodist Fayette Hospital.

In his new role, Crislip will report to William Kenley, chief executive officer and administrator, Methodist North Hospital.

“David brings a wealth of experience to this role,” said Kenley. “As associate administrator at Fayette, he has been instrumental in a number of successful initiatives and I have complete confidence in his ability to sustain the momentum and build upon these achievements.”

Crislip joined Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in 1998 as the director of patient care services at Methodist Healthcare - Fayette Hospital.  He served as chief nursing executive and associate administrator at Fayette prior to be named administrator. 

Crislip holds a BSN from the University of Memphis and recently completed his MBA coursework.

“I feel Fayette has one of the best teams in the Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare system," said Crislip, “Each member of this team - from the nurses, to the medical staff,  to associates in food services - is dedicated to providing the highest quality patient care. I feel fortunate and honored to work with such wonderful people and I am excited about the opportunities and growth our expanding community provides."