Charles Laird has been hired as the new chief executive officer of St. David's South Austin Medical Center, replacing predecessor Todd Stewart. Laird began his duties as CEO on May 1. Prior to stepping into this role, Laird served as CEO of Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas, and he has also served in executive roles at Houston-area medical facilities. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is a St. David's Healthcare facility with a Level II trauma center and a bone marrow transplant program, as well as many other general and specialty services. It is located at 901 W. Ben White Blvd., Austin. 512-447-2211. www.stdavids.com