Thibodaux Regional Health System Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Greg Stock
received an Honorary Doctor of Commerce from Nicholls State University
during its May 15 commencement ceremony.
Dr. Jay Clune, Nicholls State University President, recognized Stock for
his leadership and growth of the health system and Stock’s dedication
to the health and well-being of citizens of the Bayou Region. Thibodaux
Regional is the official sports medicine provider for Nicholls Athletics
and a longtime partner and supporter of the university and its programs.
“It is a great privilege to receive this award and I am most grateful
to Nicholls State University for the recognition,” said Stock as
he expressed appreciation for Thibodaux Regional staff, physicians, and
Board, Nicholls State University, and the community for their support
enabling the health system’s growth. “As a supporter of the
university since moving to Thibodaux over thirty years ago, I am honored
to now be considered an honorary alumnus of Nicholls State University.”
Stock received a Bachelor of Arts and a Master’ Degree in Health
Care Administration from Brigham Young University in 1980 and has over
40 years of extensive experience in health care administration. Serving
as CEO of Thibodaux Regional Health System since 1990, the health system
has experienced significant growth---over 100 physicians have joined the
active medical staff; payroll has grown from $9M to $110M; buildings and
facilities expansion of more than $432M; and the health system’s
annual budget has grown from $28M to over one billion dollars. Under Stock’s
visionary leadership Thibodaux Regional is nationally recognized as one
of the top hospitals in the country and is known as an innovative leader
in healthcare.