Michael W. Murphy

Mike Murphy is president and chief executive officer of Sharp HealthCare. Murphy oversees a workforce of nearly 14,000 employees, 2,600 affiliated physicians and 2,000 volunteers. They provide care and service in a fully integrated not-for-profit system that includes four acute-care hospitals, three specialty hospitals, three affiliated medical groups, five urgent care centers, four skilled nursing facilities, home health, hospice, state-of-the-art outpatient facilities and a health plan.

Murphy was appointed to his position in June 1996. Under Murphy’s direction, Sharp has dedicated itself to The Sharp Experience, which is transforming the health care experience for employees, physicians and customers. This focus on purpose, worthwhile work and making a difference has led to increased employee, physician and patient satisfaction, as well as enhanced loyalty and improved outcomes as Sharp strives to fulfill its vision of becoming the best place to work, practice medicine and receive care.

Murphy grew up in Southern California. He is a graduate of California State University at Long Beach and is a certified public accountant. His career in health care spans more than 20 years. He served as chairman of the board of the Greater San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce in 2005. Murphy is a member of the American Hospital Association's Health Care Systems Governing Council and is actively involved as a member and supporter of several community-based health and social service organizations.

Last Updated: May 6, 2009