Bone & Joint is pleased to welcome Brent Turner, JD, to its executive team as Chief Executive Officer

Brent Turner, JD, brings a wide range of leadership and administrative skills to Bone & Joint.

Turner gained his expertise holding positions as administrator, vice president, executive director, and chief executive officer (CEO) at national Fortune 500 health care enterprises, leading regional health care organizations, and specialty-focused clinics.

Before joining Bone & Joint, Turner served as executive director at Austin Kidney Associates (AKA). As an independent practice, AKA operated an ambulatory surgery center and employed 25 physicians at nine clinic locations. During his 16-year health care career, Turner also held leadership positions at Arizona Bone and Joint and Amarillo Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Institute.

“Working for organizations committed to serving people and providing high-quality compassionate care is important to me,” said Brent Turner, Bone & Joint’s CEO. “Bone & Joint does that. Each person who walks through our doors receives the best care possible. Our goal is to help them walk out with better health and a better quality of life. I’m honored to be part of a team that focuses on people first.”

As Bone & Joint’s CEO, Turner will direct clinical operations and maintain a culture of excellent patient-focused care. He will oversee business development, financial, and strategic marketing efforts; and plan expansions to enhance services and facilities.

“We look forward to the growth Bone & Joint will realize under Brent Turner’s leadership,” said Jayson Dykema, Bone & Joint’s business development manager. “Brent has the knowledge and expertise to navigate and compete in the complex and dynamic health care environment. Bone & Joint will continue to provide the best orthopedic care for the people in our community.”

Turner received his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from West Texas A & M University. He earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Texas Tech School of Law, with an emphasis and specialization in contracts and negotiations.

Before a career in health care administration, Mr. Turner founded an information technology company in Amarillo, Texas. He served for four years in the United States Air Force, earning the rank of sergeant. The Texas House of Representatives presented him with the Texas State Flag in recognition of his outstanding service.

Brent and his family are excited to move to Wisconsin, where they will be closer to family.