Leslie M. Kaplan, MD’s contributions to Providence Saint John’s Health Center have advanced urological health and enhanced patient care. The Stanley H. Lucas Endowed Chair in Urology underscores Dr. Kaplan's leadership and excellence in the field and reflects a dedication to both innovative treatment approaches and thorough patient management strategies.

Daniel F. Kelly, MD’s expertise and dedication have significantly improved neurosurgical outcomes and reduced recovery times at Saint John’s, benefiting countless patients facing challenging conditions. The Kathy and John Danhakl Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery recognizes his influence in the evolution of treatment strategies for brain tumors and skull base disorders, enhancing both the precision and efficacy of neurosurgical interventions.

Shephal K. Doshi, MD’s contributions to Providence Saint John's Health Center are pivotal in advancing cardiac care. As the recipient of the Edward and Mary White Endowed Chair in Electrophysiology and the Executive Medical Director of the Heart & Vascular Institute, Dr. Doshi is a recognized leader in interventional therapies for arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. His expertise led to a groundbreaking milestone in 2024 with the first pulsed field ablation procedure performed at Saint John's. This represented a significant step forward in treating cardiac arrhythmias and offers patients safer and more effective options with reduced collateral damage to heart tissue.

Peter C.D. Pelikan, MD, is a prominent figure at Providence Saint John's Health Center, holding the Peter C.D. Pelikan, MD Endowed Chair in Interventional and Structural Cardiology, established by The Honorable Richard J. Riordan and Elizabeth Gregory Riordan. The Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Dr. Pelikan is focused on advancing cardiac care at Saint John's and in 2019 he spearheaded the launch of the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) program, a significant development made possible by his advocacy for Federal changes that permitted smaller hospitals to perform TAVR procedures. His leadership extends beyond clinical practice—he is a member of the Saint John's Health Center Foundation's Board of Trustees and Co-Chair of the Heart & Vascular Institute Committee.

David A. Merrill, MD, PhD, is a renowned expert in integrative brain health, with a significant focus on optimizing brain aging through precision medicine. As the Singleton Endowed Chair in Integrative Brain Health and leader of the Pacific Brain Health Center at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute, he plays a crucial role in advancing neuroscience research and practice. Dr. Merrill’s dual board certification in adult and geriatric psychiatry uniquely positions him to provide comprehensive education, develop innovative treatments and devise effective solutions to mitigate the impact of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.