Radiologix names new COO

Radiologix Inc., a national provider of diagnostic imaging services, recently announced the appointment of Carol A. Gleber as senior vice president and chief operating officer.  Gleber has worked in the industry for more than 28 years and brings to the company healthcare management experience and a record of success directing the operations of outpatient, multi-site healthcare services companies.
    
Before joining Radiologix, Gleber served as president and COO of Care Support of America, an early-stage company that is developing an insurance product designed specifically for the elderly with advanced illnesses.
    
Gleber also served as senior vice president of West Group Operations for Renal Care Group, a publicly traded company that provides dialysis and related nephrology services.

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