The Spine Hospital of Louisiana is proud to announce that Joshua Todd, DNP-A, CRNA, MBA, has joined the hospital as Senior Vice President of Operations.

A Baton Rouge native and highly respected healthcare leader, Todd brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, operational leadership and a strong commitment to advancing patient care. He previously served as Vice President of Operations and Chief Nurse Anesthetist at DPI Anesthesia.

Todd’s career includes experience at Houston Methodist’s DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, where he provided anesthesia care for patients undergoing complex cardiovascular procedures and organ transplants. His clinical background, combined with executive leadership experience, positions him to support continued growth and innovation at the Spine Hospital of Louisiana.

“Joshua’s leadership, experience and dedication to patient care align directly with our mission,” said Terri Hicks, CEO. “He understands what it takes to deliver exceptional outcomes while supporting both patients and providers. We are excited to welcome him to our team.”

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Todd is deeply committed to education and mentorship. He serves as affiliate faculty for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia program and as adjunct faculty for LSU’s MBA program, where he developed and launched a healthcare operations course.

Todd has been recognized for his leadership and impact within the Baton Rouge community, including being named a 2024 Greater Baton Rouge Forty Under 40 honoree and a 2026 “Shining Star” recipient in FranU’s Hall of Distinction.

The addition of Todd reflects the Spine Hospital of Louisiana’s continued investment in leadership, innovation and delivering high-quality, specialized care to patients across the region.