Lakeland Regional Health, the fifth largest hospital in Florida, has a century old history. One of Lakeland’s major employers, Lakeland Regional Health has a medical staff specializing in more than 25 specialties. Through a collaboration with Nemours Children’s Health System, the health system offers pediatric specialty care in a variety of areas. Lakeland Regional is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Danielle Drummond
Danielle Drummond, MS, FACHE, has had a pivotal role in Lakeland Regional Health becoming one of the leading health systems in the state and nation. Her expertise earned her prestigious inclusion among the nation’s Top 25 COOs in Healthcare for 2018, as selected by Modern Healthcare, and led to her selection as Lakeland Regional Health’s next CEO and President in January 2021. Ms. Drummond joined Lakeland Regional Health in 2013 and previously served as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, overseeing strategic planning, business development and master facility planning. Email
Michael A. Spake, MHA, JD
Michael A. Spake, MHA, JD is the Vice President of External Affairs and Chief Compliance and Integrity Officer for Lakeland Regional Health. Educated in both law and health administration, Michael is responsible for the oversight and strategic management of governmental relations and community partnerships, as well as the creation, oversight and day- to-day operations of the Compliance & Integrity and Internal Audit Programs. Michael is a respected relationship builder who has helped to secure over $4 million in programmatic funding for the Family Health Center. He has successfully worked in partnership with legislators to mitigate Medicaid revenue reductions. He is also a member of the executive leadership team that is helping to establish a graduate medical education program. Email
