Community Memorial Health System’s new president/CEO Mick Zdeblick began his new role Jan. 9, taking the reins from Gary K. Wilde, who retired after serving as president/CEO of the organization since 2004.

“I look forward to building on Community Memorial’s reputation for advancing both the quality and delivery of healthcare in Ventura County,” said Zdeblick. “My first few months will involve a lot of listening, learning, and cultivating relationships internally and externally.

“Then we’ll create a strategic plan that addresses the needs of our organization and our community.”

Before coming to Ventura, Zdeblick served as CEO of Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Oregon, since 2017. In addition to overseeing the hospital’s performance and protecting the system’s profitability amidst COVID-19 financial challenges, Zdeblick led Asante’s $500 million-facility renovation and expansion master plan.

He also has served as COO at El Camino Hospital in Mountain View, California, vice president of Campus Transformation, and vice president of Hospital Operations at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

“Mick comes to Community Memorial with a fantastic track record of success, he has the experience and vision to lead us into a successful future,” said outgoing Board of Trustees chair Richard R. Rush. “His leadership style, proven experience and innovative ideas will be assets as he takes on this role.”

“My wife and I love this part of California,” said Zdeblick. “We are excited to immerse ourselves in this beautiful community and explore everything the area has to offer.”    

For more about Community Memorial Health System visit https://www.cmhshealth.org.