Michael Neuendorf - Chief Executive Officer

Michael S. Neuendorf serves as Wesley Medical Center’s Chief Executive Officer. He joins the Wesley team after serving as CEO and Assistant CEO at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, Alabama.

“My family and I are grateful for this opportunity that lies before us and we look forward to becoming an integral part of the community,” says Neuendorf. “Wesley has a long-standing tradition of excellence and I am committed to bringing passion and enthusiasm each and every day. I am eager to work with the Board, the medical staff, the employees and the community in every aspect. My family and I are proud to now call Hattiesburg home.”

Neuendorf earned his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and his Master of Science in Health Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served in the United States Army as a member of the Alabama and Georgia National Guard from 1992 to 2003 where he was a medical evacuation pilot, unit mobilization officer and unit weapons qualification officer.

Prior to his tenure at South Baldwin, Neuendorf was the director of internal consulting at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham. He also worked with VHA Consulting Services and Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center.

Neuendorf and his wife, Amanda, are the proud parents of three young boys, Sellers, Gabe and Beck.  

Travis Sisson - Chief Operating Officer

Travis Sisson serves as Wesley Medical Center's Chief Operating Officer.  Sisson graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration from The University of Alabama.  He received his Master of Business Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

“I am excited about becoming a part of the Wesley team and the Hattiesburg community,” said Sisson.  “Wesley is recognized for delivering quality care at the highest levels and I look forward to furthering our Mission of Loving God, Serving Others and Excelling in Healthcare.”

Prior to Wesley, Travis served as Chief Operating Officer at North Shore Regional Medical Center in Slidell, Louisiana where he was responsible for Radiology, Lab, EVS, Dietary, Therapy services, Engineering, Pharmacy, Medical Staff Affairs and Contract Administration.  While in Slidell, Travis was the 2004 Heart Walk Champion, raising a record $30,000 for the American Heart Association.  He was also an active member of the Slidell NorthShore Rotary Club.

Travis has also served as Administrative Resident, Director of Hotel Services, Director of Support Services and Assistant Vice President of Operations at Brookwood Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.

Travis and his wife Michelle have two sons, Cole and Cameron.  Travis is attending the Hattiesburg Noon Rotary Club.

Jim Young - Chief Financial Officer

Jim Young has recently been named the Chief Financial Officer for Wesley Medical Center. He joins the Wesley executive team after serving as CFO of Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical Center in Amory, MS.

Jim earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in Accounting from Delta State University. He began his career in finance at Young, Parkerson & Co. CPA in Greenville, MS. Jim has also served as CFO  at Alliance Healthcare System, McNairy Regional Hospital, Harris Hospital, Southwest Regional Medical Center and Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center.

“I am excited about this opportunity with Wesley Medical Center and believe my extensive experience in a variety of hospitals and hospital systems will serve me well in the position of Chief Financial Officer,” said Young.  “My family and I are pleased to be making our home in Hattiesburg.”

 Jim and his wife, the former Susan Brewer, are natives of Greenville, Mississippi.  Jim and Susan have has five children, Megan, Burland, Brewer, Blair and Brock.

Phebe Mckay - Chief Nursing Officer

Phebe Mckay, RN, BSN, has joined Wesley Medical Center as Chief Nursing Officer.  Phebe comes to Hattiesburg from Medical Hospital of South Dallas, where she served as interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Nursing Officer.  She has nearly 25 years of clinical experience and has worked in administrative roles for more than 20 years. 

Phebe earned her RN certification at Pensacola Junior College and Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of West Florida, before beginning her nursing career in her home state of Florida.  She has since worked in Kentucky, Missouri and Texas, serving in administrative capacities for much of her career.

For Phebe, joining the Wesley Medical Center team was a decision based on a shared commitment to excellence.  “I was impressed with the leadership team and the staff at Wesley.  I felt the positive atmosphere during my visit here and was excited to be selected to join such a dynamic team,“ she said. 

Phebe has three children, Daniel, Parker and Ericka.  She and her husband, Kevin, are proud grandparents to one grandson.  Phebe is also a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives.