Memorial Healthcare System Appoints Dr. LaKeeya Tucker as Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Tucker will oversee quality, safety, and clinical excellence at Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Memorial Healthcare System has announced the appointment of Dr. LaKeeya Tucker as the new Chief Medical Officer for Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke. In her new role, Dr. Tucker will partner with clinical and operational leaders to support high-quality outcomes, advance patient safety initiatives, strengthen medical staff engagement, and further Memorial's commitment to exceptional patient experiences.

Why it matters

Dr. Tucker's extensive experience in quality, patient safety, and physician engagement will be crucial as Memorial Healthcare System continues to strengthen care delivery and ensure patients receive the highest-quality care at its Miramar and Pembroke locations.

The details

Dr. Tucker is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist with more than 23 years of clinical and executive leadership experience. She has a strong track record of advancing quality, patient safety, and physician engagement while championing patient-centered care across complex healthcare settings. Prior to joining Memorial, Dr. Tucker served as a partner at Alliance OB/GYN, practicing at University of Michigan Health Sparrow Lansing. She also previously served as Chief of Staff and chaired the Quality & Patient Safety Committee for the University of Michigan Health Regional Hospitals Boards.

  • Dr. Tucker's appointment as Chief Medical Officer for Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke is effective as of March 2, 2026.

The players

Dr. LaKeeya Tucker

A board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist with more than 23 years of clinical and executive leadership experience, who has been appointed as the new Chief Medical Officer for Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke.

Stephen Demers

Chief Executive Officer of Memorial Hospital Miramar.

Felicia Turnley

Chief Executive Officer of Memorial Hospital Pembroke.

Memorial Healthcare System

A South Florida-based healthcare system that is a national leader in quality care and patient, physician and employee satisfaction.

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What they’re saying

“Dr. Tucker is a highly respected physician leader with deep expertise in quality, safety, and clinical excellence. Her collaborative approach and proven focus on patient safety and outcomes will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen care delivery across both hospitals and ensure our patients receive the highest-quality care close to home.”

— Stephen Demers and Felicia Turnley, Chief Executive Officers of Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke (PRNewswire)

“I'm honored to join Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke as Chief Medical Officer. I look forward to working alongside our physicians, nurses, and teams to advance patient-centered care, support a strong culture of safety and deliver exceptional care for every patient, every day.”

— Dr. LaKeeya Tucker (PRNewswire)

The takeaway

Dr. Tucker's appointment as Chief Medical Officer at Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital Pembroke underscores Memorial Healthcare System's commitment to delivering the highest-quality, patient-centered care by leveraging the expertise of experienced and respected physician leaders.