Mr. Thorsen’s extensive experience in healthcare, including more than 25 years in administration, lends itself to his role as CEO of Columbia Memorial Hospital and the CMH-OHSU Health Medical Group. He is responsible for guiding the organization through its five-year strategic plan and priorities, which are set by the board of trustees. Columbia Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital and one of very few remaining independent hospitals in Oregon. CMH-OHSU Health Medical Group consists of 17 clinics, with services spanning women’s health, pediatrics, orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery and more. Mr. Thorsen is currently overseeing an expansion project for Columbia Memorial Hospital, which is expected to break ground in fall 2024.
