Michael McLaughlin, MD

Chief Medical Officer, Orlando Health East Region

Michael McLaughlin, MD, is the chief medical officer for the Orlando Health East Florida Region. In this role, he ensures that evidence-based practice standards and protocols are in place to deliver the highest quality and efficiency in patient care.

With over 25 years of experience as a practicing surgeon and physician executive, Michael possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in building trusted relationships with physicians and team members. He spent nearly a decade with Health First in Brevard County, most recently serving as chief medical officer of the hospital division. Previously, he practiced as a surgical specialist with medical groups in Brevard County.

Michael earned a bachelor’s degree from Emory University in Atlanta and a medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed a general surgery internship and residency at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center, serving as chief resident. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and served for more than a decade as an assistant professor of surgery for the University of Central Florida College of Medicine.