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Our Leadership

HSHS St. Joseph'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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Hospital Leadership

Market Chief Executive Officer
Chris Klay, MA, PT, MHA, FACHE

Market Chief Operations Officer
Michael Janis

Market Chief Nursing Officer
Regina Peterson

Chief Administrative Officer
Theresa Cornelius, DNP, RN, CENP

Board of Directors

  • Jim Burgett, Chair
  • Frank Padak, Vice-Chair
  • Tricia Buehne, Secretary
  • Todd Smart, Treasure
  • Marcus Alvarado, DC
  • Lynn Billhartz
  • Debra Feldott-Johnson, MD
  • Jeannie Korte
  • Sister Anna Phiri, OSF
  • Marshall Rinderer
  • Bill Sullivan