Our Leadership

HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is fortunate to be led by a team of caring, dedicated health care professionals who welcome your questions and comments.

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Southern Illinois Market Leadership

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Chris Klay, MA, PT, MHA, FACHE

Chief Executive Officer
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Michael Janis

Chief Operations Officer
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Doug Barton, MD, MHA, CPE

Chief Medical Officer
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Regina Peterson

Chief Nursing Officer

Board of Directors

  • Brian Lemon
  • Barbara Cempura
  • Georgia Costello, PhD
  • Scott Crouch, MD
  • Sarah Gass
  • Michael Hall
  • Ann McCollum
  • Julia Yank
  • Kevin Meder
  • Chris Klay
  • Daniel Jackson