Jennifer also serves as a board member with Western Washington University Career Advisory Committee. She has a Masters in Nursing Administration from Cal State Fullerton and Masters in Public Health from Aristotle University. The Catholic-based care that she received warmed both my wifes and my hearts. Director, Norton Transformation Office. What motivates your desire to give back?My parents were the best example of supporting the causes they believed in, advocating for positive changes, and serving the community. I have come home to the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, which is in the backyard of St. Joseph Hospital, for more than 50 years. He fully retired as Chairman and CEO of Bankers Pension Services 14 years ago, after selling his company. Our Community Health Boards are also charged with setting policy regarding quality, stewardship, planning, community service and advocacy. Robert Upchurch Vice-Chairman Theyre all so committed to the hospital and what we stand for. In 2006, Sister Nancy joined Sylvania Franciscan Health (Franciscan Services Corporation) as the Vice President, Mission Integration. I have seen the good work that our ministry provides the Dear Neighbor. I know this is where I am meant to be. Why did you agree to join the foundation board?One of my goals is to provide feedback on donor supported initiatives to ensure that theyre being used to save patients lives and improve caregiver work environments. Anne works with senior leadership to raise funds that align with the organizations strategic goals and Mission. Dr. Bryan R. Cole previously served on the Board of Directors from 2007-2013. Bryan Cole, PhD. St. Joseph Hospital feels like home. I appreciate it as a place that not only connects with excellence and innovation, but also in how the care is provided and how patients are served in a holistic manner. For patient concerns or to share a great experience, call the Hot Line to Heart at 1-844-749-8817. Bennett serves as a member of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance. Looking for a doctor? d***@sjrmc.org. Presently, she is focused on the contributions of Pope Francis to the reform of structures and styles of interaction in the Catholic Church. Theyre invested in our community. He began his tenure at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as a chaplain, a position he maintained until 2010 when he was named manager of Spiritual Care. I feel an attachment that I cannot explain and feel this is where my journey to giving back begins. He completed an internship in Pathology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, and a residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas. In our Oregon ministry Dr. Karlapudi was known for his calm, collaborative leadership style as much as for his excellent clinical skills and positive contributions to many quality and safety initiatives. Why are you supporting the medical center? The board, staff, and community of St. Joseph's Family Center is seeking a seasoned executive with a belief and passion for St. Joseph's mission and vision moving forward. in accounting, then earned her M.B.A. from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She was named one of the Tomorrows Leaders of the Catholic Health Ministry by Catholic Health Association and was the PeaceHealth Spirit of Healing recipient in 2014. Learn More News PeaceHealth is guided by the PeaceHealth SystemBoard of Directorsand by Community Health Boards in each of our network service areas in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Executive Council; . What motivates your desire to give back?To maintain St Joseph Hospital as an excellent community hospital. Emergency Room Medical Director Saint Joseph Hospital. Her efforts include working with nursing leadership and other clinical departments to develop clinical policies and processes that support the health systems quality and safety goals, as well as requirements related to patient experience and engagement. Prior to joining St. Joseph in 2000, he held a similar position with Catholic Health, Buffalo, N.Y., a multiemployer health system with 8,500 employees. Sister Nancy Surma came on as a board member in July 2019. Additionally, she received certification as a Lean Leader and Kaizen Facilitator from Rona Consulting. His career has included serving Tower Health as CFO for Phoenixville Hospital, Phoenixville, Pa., and Pottstown Hospital, Pottstown Pa., Geisinger Health System as CFO of Community Medical Center in Scranton, Pa., and Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia as CFO. Cowan Systems, LLC . University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, the #1 community hospital in the state of Maryland and a Best Regional Hospital as rated by U.S. News & World Report, is proud to welcome three new members to its board of operations: Chris Brandt, Mike Smith and Lisa Rowen. John Ikard Chairman FirstBank Board of Directors. from the Georgia Institute of Technology and his Ph.D. from Stanford University. After the application and interview process is reviewed and accepted, you will receive invites to attend these meetings. Ava Lias-Booker . Board Member Three generations of my family have celebrated the beginning and end of life care at St. Joseph Hospital. Chair, Foundation Board of Directors. Associate Program Director, OB/GYN Residency Saint Joseph Hospital. Jennifer loves the outdoors and spends much time on their boat fishing in the San Juan Islands. Todays Saint Josephs includes a 194-bed acute care hospital, a 138-bed psychiatric hospital St. Karen has a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Texas Women's University. In his 35+ years in education, Ashley has served in a variety of roles, including teacher, coach and administrator. Hes also published articles in twelve journals, co-authored an Estate Planning Encyclopedia, and served as an editor for The Journal of Financial Service Professionals since 1989. Prof., Gastroenterology, Loyola Medicine, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Trinity Health, Dean, Stritch School of Medicine and Chief Diversity Officer, Loyola University Chicago, Chair, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Loyola Medicine, Saint JosephHealth System South Bend, Indiana, Saint Joseph Health System Board of Directors. He has volunteered in various advisory and board capacities with four schools, two colleges, three hospitals, six Catholic entities, two prison ministries and five childrens programs. She is also the medical director of the Thyroid and Endocrine Tumor Program for Nebraska Medicine and the Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. This includes being the Founder, CEO and President of Statewide Behavioral Health Management Company, College Health IPA, and Comprehensive Behavioral Health Management. Dr. Ramirez has worked as an anesthesiologist at St. Joseph Hospital for over 31 years. Why are you supporting the medical center? What motivates your desire to give back?The compassionate mission of St. Joseph to care for everyone regardless of ability to pay and the generous hearts of the Sisters of St. Joseph. He and his wife have three daughters, two of whom have been nurses at St. Joseph. Rachel Lucy is the PeaceHealth Northwest Director of Community Health. Dr. Steines obtained board certification from the American Board of Surgery in 1997 and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgery in 1999. These volunteer board members are community leaders who fully partner with PeaceHealth in making and supporting decisions based on our Mission and Values as well as our Vision for the organizationthat every person receives safe, compassionate care: every time, every touch. He provides executive-level leadership for the two hospitals in Berks and Lancaster counties, driving operations, growth and coordination across each region. Hes spent the past twenty years with a leisure industry consulting firm dealing with theme parks, museums, world expos and similar venues. As a member of the U.S. Army, Kevin served two combat tours in Iraq between 2004 and 2009. Sister Nancy currently serves as the Vice President, Mission Integration for CHI Living Communities in Toledo, Ohio. Hes worked in several areas of his profession, including sales and marketing, homecare, drug distribution and infusion therapy. Why are you supporting the medical center? Hehas a Bachelor's degree fromTexas A&M University. Why are you supporting the medical center? Antonio Arreola-Risa, PhD. Sr. Nancy Surma, OSF, Ph.D. Karen went on to lead the team as Director of Maternity Services. Why are you supporting the medical center? . Bennett began his career in health care in 1994 as a nurse, eventually joining Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in 2003 as a staff nurse in the surgical intensive care unit. His direct and specific understanding of clinical practice at PeaceHealth, including the role and use of CareConnect, has positioned him well as a physician advocate. Board Member What motivates your desire to give back?I was raised in a devout Irish Catholic family and my parents instilled the responsibility to always work on behalf of others, especially seniors, disabled and those in need. Kim joined the Brazos Valley market after serving as the President of Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican San Martin in Las Vegas, Nevada, for three years. Dr. Marcia Ory is Regents and Distinguished Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the Texas A&M School of Public Health. I want to reciprocate that to other families. Prior to accepting this position, she served as senior medical director of quality. While under Bennetts leadership, the Surgical Institute of Reading received the Distinguished Guardian of Excellence Award for exceptional patient experience, was recognized by Healthgrades as a Top 100 Hospital for Total Joint Replacements and Safety and earned a five-star quality rating from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. He and his wife Dianne have 2 grown children and he enjoys baking bread, bike riding, canoeing, fishing, gardening, and reading in his time away from work. St. Joseph's Foundation is governed by the Board of Directors, which is made up of community leaders who serve on a voluntary basis. HANYS is New Yorks statewide hospital and continuing care association, representing nonprofit and public hospitals, nursing homes, home care agencies and other healthcare organizations. Jeremy and his wife Jenette have two children. from Western State University College of Law. Why are you supporting the medical center? Kevins experience and leadership has offered grace and guidance to our Mission Services team since he joined PeaceHealth in 2002. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, American Bar Association, and the California Society of CPAs. Hes currently a surgeon at St. Joseph Hospital and Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at University of California, Irvine. She is also active in a variety of groups including the Board of Special Olympics, Orange County, and Chapter AB, PEO. Hes also Division President of Beacon Health Options the largest nationally managed behavioral healthcare organization.