Mary P. Leahy, MD

Honoree Profile

May 14, 2024

Mary P. Leahy, MD
Mary P. Leahy, MD

Mary P. Leahy, MD, MHA, CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System, is a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). Dr. Leahy, a board-certified Internist with over 30 years of medical practice, is a dedicated physician, collaborative leader, and committed community volunteer. Having received her Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from Boston College, she completed her Internal Medicine residency at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center, where she served as Chief Medical Resident from 1985 to 1986.

Dr. Leahy founded and operated a successful solo practice before co-founding Rockland Pulmonary & Medical Associates. Later, she assumed the role of Senior Vice President of Physician Operations for Bon Secours Medical Group, overseeing its growth from over 60 practitioners to more than 120.

In 2013, Dr. Leahy became the CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System, responsible for setting the strategic vision and providing leadership for system-wide operations encompassing three acute care hospitals, the Bon Secours Medical Group, a regional home health care agency, two long-term care facilities, an assisted living facility, and an adult home.

Her instrumental role in the 2014-2015 joint venture between Bon Secours Health System and Westchester Medical Center (WMC) showcases her strategic acumen. Dr. Leahy's contributions have been widely recognized, earning her honors such as the American Hospital Association Regional Policy Board membership and the Hudson Valley Magazine Sixth Annual Women in Business Award in 2017.

Recipient of the RBA Pinnacle Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Woman in Business, Dr. Leahy serves on the Boards of Catholic Charities of New York, Rockland Business Association, and Rockland Economic Development Corporation.

Her compassionate, courageous, and unselfish nature is evident in her tireless efforts to solve problems and contribute to the greater good in her community. Married for 39 years with two children, Dr. Leahy personifies the best of Rockland County and is a true Woman of Distinction!

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