CHINO, CA, March 10 th , 2025 – Chino Valley Medical Center and Montclair Hospital Medical Center are proud to announce that its’ CEO, Gail Aviado, was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Leading Women for 2025. The profiles of all the honorees are featured in the March 10th, 2025 issue of MH magazine and online at www.modernhealthcare.com/leadingwomen.
This prestigious recognition program acknowledges and honors women executives from all sectors of the healthcare industry for their contributions to care delivery improvement, health equity, policy, and gender equity in healthcare leadership.
“The roles held by the honorees on our 2025 list of Leading Women and Rising Stars vary greatly but they all have one thing in common — a commitment to helping their organizations reach the clinical, operational and financial goals,” said Mary Ellen Podmolik, editor-in-chief of Modern Healthcare. “Their leadership and achievements are propelling the industry forward, both in terms of improving the patient experience and serving as mentors for other women in healthcare.”
Passion, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to patient care have defined Gail Aviado’s career. Today that dedication is being honored with this prestigious accomplishment. To be named as one of Modern Healthcare’s Leading Women for 2025 highlights Aviado as a pioneer in healthcare leadership who is shaping the industry, advancing equality, and transforming lives every day.
Aviado’s story is one of resilience, heart, and dedication. She began her journey with Prime Healthcare in 2005 as a Charge Nurse, pouring her passion into bedside care while making a profound impact in her industry. Through years of hard work, tenacity, and an unbreakable spirit, she rose to become Chief Nursing Officer. Now she holds the impressive dual role of Chief Executive Officer at both Chino Valley Medical Center and Montclair Hospital Medical Center.
From a devoted nurse to an inspiring executive and fierce advocate for both her patients and staff, Aviado has spent two decades ensuring that healthcare in the Inland Empire is more than just a service – it is a lifeline of hope, compassion, and quality care. Her goal is simple yet profound, to ensure more people in the Inland Empire experience longer, healthier lives. She has transformed hospital culture and continues to empower all who work for her by promoting equality and justice within her healthcare systems.
This recognition is so more than an accolade. It’s a testament to Aviado’s life work and a reminder that leadership goes beyond titles. It’s about the lives you touch, the teams you inspire, and the lasting change you create. With Gail Aviado at the forefront, the future of healthcare in the Inland Empire shines brighter than ever.
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About Chino Valley Medical Center
A member of Prime Healthcare, Chino Valley Medical Center is a 112-bed community hospital established in 1972 and centrally located in Southern California’s Chino Valley. An eight-time recipient of the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award (2014-2021), Chino Valley Medical Center has been recognized nationally for its quality. This includes being recognized among the 100 Great Community Hospitals by Becker’s Hospital Review in 2018 and among the 100 Top Hospitals by IBM Watson Health. Chino Valley Medical Center is committed to serving the community’s health care needs with top-rated emergency care, as well as senior services, orthopedics, surgical services, and beyond. Learn more at www.cvmc.com.
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