Michael Browning, CPA

Senior Vice President - Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Michael Browning is an accomplished finance executive with over 30 years of experience leading financial operations and strategy for leading healthcare organizations. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at OhioHealth, he is responsible for overseeing the financial management, reporting, and strategic decision-making for this large, non-profit healthcare system serving central Ohio.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his role as Senior Vice President - Chief Financial Officer at OhioHealth, Michael is accountable for all aspects of the organization's financial performance, including planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis. He partners closely with the executive leadership team to drive financial strategies that support OhioHealth's mission and long-term growth initiatives. Under his financial leadership, OhioHealth has maintained a strong credit rating and healthy financial position, enabling continued investment in facilities, technology, and service line expansion.

Career Progression
Prior to joining OhioHealth, Michael held CFO roles of increasing responsibility at several prominent healthcare systems, including ProMedica, WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Parkview Health, and St. Mary's Health System. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated the ability to navigate complex financial and operational challenges, implement efficient processes, and maximize organizational profitability and sustainability. Michael's diverse experience across multiple healthcare markets has equipped him with a deep understanding of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in financial management.

Academic Background
Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Kentucky and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He is an active member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare financial management and reporting

• Strategic financial planning and analysis

• Revenue cycle optimization

• Capital investment and project financing

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Process improvement and operational efficiency

• Risk management and regulatory compliance

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Michael has spearheaded several high-impact initiatives that have driven significant improvements in financial performance and operational efficiency. At ProMedica, he led the integration of a major acquisition, streamlining financial processes and achieving $25 million in synergies. At Parkview Health, he implemented a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that enhanced data insights and enabled more informed decision-making.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Michael Browning is a respected finance executive who consistently delivers measurable value to healthcare organizations. In his current role at OhioHealth, he continues to play a pivotal part in strengthening the organization's financial position and supporting its mission to improve the health of the communities it serves.