Ashley Dowler, MBA, Associate Administrator, Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Ashley M. Dowler, Associate Administrator, has been committed to healthcare excellence for over 15 years as a clinician and leader across multiple markets including 9 years proudly serving Texas communities. Ms. Dowler stepped into her first leadership role as Director of Rehabilitation Services at Doctors Hospital of Laredo in 2015 and returned to Doctors Hospital of Laredo from Florida in 2023 for her first executive role as Associate Administrator.
She holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from University of Central Missouri as well as a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from Western Governors University. Ms. Dowler maintains her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCCs) with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), holds a current Texas State License as a Speech-Language Pathologist, is certified in Prosci Change Management Process, and is a current member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).
Ms. Dowler’s current responsibilities include strategic planning, budget and expense management, employee engagement, leadership development, and provider relations. Her organization includes oversight and leadership of Radiology services, Laboratory services, Rehabilitation services, Food and Nutrition services, Outpatient Clinics, and Anesthesia services. She is passionate about quality outcomes, patient experience, and financial stewardship. Ms. Dowler enjoys engaging in the communities she serves and is actively serving as a Board Member for multiple organizations in the city of Laredo including the United Way, the Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA), and the Laredo Chamber of Commerce. She also enjoys spending time with friends and her dogs. Ms. Dowler believes in focusing on personal wellbeing and is working towards Yoga certification.