board of trustees

board of trustees

The group of responsible individuals who oversee the operation of a hospital or medical centre, which usually includes several members of the community, one or more chiefs of service, the chief executive officer, administrators and other individuals responsible for the hospital’s daily operations.

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board of trustees

Politics The posse of thugs who oversee an institution's administration. See Board of directors.

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