Boys Town has appointed Dr. Jason Bruce as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective April 1, 2026. In this critical role, Dr. Bruce will oversee all service line operations nationwide including Boys Town National Research Hospital, Youth Services, and Educational Services. He will report directly to Boys Town's CEO and work closely with the National Board of Trustees and executive teams to strengthen operational effectiveness to enhance and align Boys Town services to meet the needs of those served.
"I am thrilled that Dr. Bruce has accepted the position of Chief Operating Officer," said Rod Kempkes, Boys Town President and CEO. "Dr. Bruce is a visionary leader with a proven track record of bringing thoughtful and caring creativity to operational growth. His dedication to our mission and his selfless service will amplify our impact."
Dr. Jason Bruce currently serves as the Executive Vice-President of Healthcare and Director of Boys Town National Research Hospital. He previously served as the Boys Town Chief Medical Officer. Bruce holds an MD from Creighton University School of Medicine.
"I am excited for this new chapter in my career and honored to work at an organization that blends such a worthy mission with high-quality service delivery," said Dr. Bruce. "I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated teams throughout our organization to ensure our services continue to meet the changing needs of the communities we serve."
Dr. Deepak Madhavan will serve as Interim Executive Vice President of Healthcare while a national search is conducted. Given his strong leadership and deep understanding of the organization, Boys Town is confident in his ability to lead during this transition.
