YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Meridian HealthCare recently announced the appointment of Dr. Lewis Spirtos as chief medical officer.
A board-certified psychiatrist and addictionologist, Spirtos joins Meridian HealthCare with more than a decade of experience in clinical leadership and patient-centered care. Most recently serving as the medical director at Mercy Health in Youngstown, he developed and implemented multiple groundbreaking programs, which have significantly expanded access to treatment and improved outcomes for individuals struggling with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
While also introducing innovative treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and Spravato therapy, his leadership in outpatient services has led to the successful treatment of thousands of individuals throughout the Mahoning Valley and beyond.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Spirtos to the Meridian team,” said Larry Moliterno, president and CEO of Meridian HealthCare. “His reputation for compassionate care and clinical innovation aligns perfectly with our mission of providing integrated, whole-person health care. Dr. Spirtos’ expertise will further strengthen our commitment to offering the highest quality care to our community.”
With a background in collaborative care with multidisciplinary teams, Spirtos is positioned to guide Meridian’s growing clinical initiatives.
“I am honored to join Meridian HealthCare in this leadership role,” Spirtos said. “I have long admired the organization’s dedication to delivering integrated, compassionate care. I look forward to working with the team to enhance our services and continue innovating for the benefit of our patients and community.”