Methodist Healthcare Ministries’ team members defined their own set of core values. These are embraced in the message of “I am the caring servant,” and shape our relationship with the people we serve and each other. Our values are more than a philosophy at MHM; it is the compass that guides our behavior and the manner in which we do our jobs.
Executive Staff
Methodist Healthcare Ministries operates with a highly professional and experienced executive team. This team is composed of the following members:
Kevin C. Moriarty President and Chief Executive Officer
Kevin C. Moriarty joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as its first Chief Executive Officer. He is responsible for leadership, executive administration, and policy guidance to the Board of Directors, and creating the structure necessary to accomplish the goals of the corporation. He has successfully implemented the Board strategy of community health, guiding MHM from one program of $200,000 for 1,200 clients a year in 1996 to an expenditure of nearly $30 million in 2006, through a multitude of contracts and operated programs. Mr. Moriarty was previously with the City of San Antonio for 20 years. His last appointment was Director of the Department of Community Initiatives.
Kevin C. Moriarty President and Chief Executive Officer
Kevin C. Moriarty joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as its first Chief Executive Officer. He is responsible for leadership, executive administration, and policy guidance to the Board of Directors, and creating the structure necessary to accomplish the goals of the corporation. He has successfully implemented the Board strategy of community health, guiding MHM from one program of $200,000 for 1,200 clients a year in 1996 to an expenditure of nearly $30 million in 2006, through a multitude of contracts and operated programs. Mr. Moriarty was previously with the City of San Antonio for 20 years. His last appointment was Director of the Department of Community Initiatives.
Peggy Cary Chief Financial Officer
Peggy Cary has been the Chief Financial Officer for Methodist Healthcare Ministries since 1995. She is responsible for all financial related aspects of MHM, including overseeing the finance department’s staff of financial analysts, accountants, auditors, and the accounts payable and payroll functions. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), she worked for 12 years in the audit department at Ernst & Young. She is a Certified Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (FHFMA), and served as president of the South Texas Chapter in 1989 and 2001. She also served a two-year term on the Emerging Issues Committee of HFMA's National Advisory Council. Peggy completed a two year commitment in 2006 serving as HFMA Region 9's Regional Executive which involved monitoring the performance of seven HFMA chapters in a five state area.
Peggy Cary Chief Financial Officer
Peggy Cary has been the Chief Financial Officer for Methodist Healthcare Ministries since 1995. She is responsible for all financial related aspects of MHM, including overseeing the finance department’s staff of financial analysts, accountants, auditors, and the accounts payable and payroll functions. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), she worked for 12 years in the audit department at Ernst & Young. She is a Certified Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (FHFMA), and served as president of the South Texas Chapter in 1989 and 2001. She also served a two-year term on the Emerging Issues Committee of HFMA's National Advisory Council. Peggy completed a two year commitment in 2006 serving as HFMA Region 9's Regional Executive which involved monitoring the performance of seven HFMA chapters in a five state area.
Joe Babb Executive Director
Joe Babb joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Clinics and served in that capacity until his promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. He is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; compliance issues related to community benefits and charity care at the System; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. He works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining MHM, Mr. Babb was the Chief Operations Officer for Metropolitan Hospital in San Antonio.
Joe Babb Executive Director
Joe Babb joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Clinics and served in that capacity until his promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. He is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; compliance issues related to community benefits and charity care at the System; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. He works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining MHM, Mr. Babb was the Chief Operations Officer for Metropolitan Hospital in San Antonio.
Pilar Oates Executive Director
Pilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Pilar Oates Executive Director
Pilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Dr. Ed Codina Director, Research, Policy & PlanningPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Dr. Ed Codina Director, Research, Policy & PlanningPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Dianne Dorsett Director of Board & Public RelationsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Dianne Dorsett Director of Board & Public RelationsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Fabiola M. Gil de Rubio Director, Human ResourcesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Fabiola M. Gil de Rubio Director, Human ResourcesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Mark Holliday Director, Information Technology & ServicesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Mark Holliday Director, Information Technology & ServicesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Bryan Jaax Investment Director
Pilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Bryan Jaax Investment Director
Pilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Rev. Mickey T. McCandlessDirector, Spiritual Care & Church ConnectionsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Rev. Mickey T. McCandlessDirector, Spiritual Care & Church ConnectionsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Oanh H. Maroney Director, Community ProgramsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Oanh H. Maroney Director, Community ProgramsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Marlene Anders Director, Wesley Nurse ProgramPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Marlene Anders Director, Wesley Nurse ProgramPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Cindy McCloy Director, Accounting/ ControllerPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Cindy McCloy Director, Accounting/ ControllerPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Marilyn Stanton-White Director, Clinic ServicesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Marilyn Stanton-White Director, Clinic ServicesPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Peggy Visio Director, Nutrition & Health EducationPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Peggy Visio Director, Nutrition & Health EducationPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Linda Lopez Administrative Manager & Assistant to President/CEOPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Linda Lopez Administrative Manager & Assistant to President/CEOPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Anne ConnorDirector, Community GrantsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Anne ConnorDirector, Community GrantsPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Rebecca BruneStrategic Growth AdministratorPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
Rebecca BruneStrategic Growth AdministratorPilar Oates joined Methodist Healthcare Ministries in 1996 as Director of Programs and served in that capacity until her promotion to Executive Director in January of 2005. She is responsible for directing the organization to ensure successful implementation of Board and CEO mission objectives to include matters concerning fulfillment of the Strategic Plan for the next 5 years; Partnership Agreement; and public policy initiatives on the State and City level. She works closely with the Executive Team to guide, advise, and mentor directors and/or managers. Prior to joining the staff of MHM, Ms. Oates was with the City of San Antonio as Literacy Program Coordinator.
