David Calder
About David Calder
David Calder serves as the Administrative Director of Emergency Medicine at Loma Linda University Health, where he has worked since 2008. He has extensive experience in healthcare administration, including previous roles at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and Loma Linda University Health's Behavioral Health Institute.
Current Role at Loma Linda University Health
David Calder serves as the Administrative Director of Emergency Medicine at Loma Linda University Health. He has held this position since 2008, contributing to the organization for 16 years. In this role, he is responsible for optimizing the revenue cycle and managing operating reserves for the Emergency Medicine group practice. He also has primary accountability for setting provider compensation within the Emergency Medicine department.
Previous Experience at Loma Linda University Health
Prior to his current role, David Calder worked at Loma Linda University Health as the Administrator of the Behavioral Health Institute from 2014 to 2016. During his two-year tenure, he focused on administrative functions within the behavioral health sector, contributing to the overall operations of the institute.
Professional Background at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
David Calder has extensive experience in healthcare administration, having worked for 29 years at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center as the Executive Director of Respiratory Care from 1979 to 2008. His long tenure at this facility provided him with significant insights into healthcare operations and management.
Educational Qualifications
David Calder holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Administration from the University of Phoenix, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Loma Linda University between 1980 and 1982. Earlier in his education, he obtained an Associate degree from Long Beach City College from 1978 to 1980.
Contributions to Emergency Medicine
In his role at Loma Linda University Health, David Calder played a key role in the development of a new Emergency Department Practice and Urgent Care Clinic in a non-academic community setting. His efforts have been instrumental in enhancing emergency care services within the community.