As CEO of Kaweah Health, Mr. Herbst has led the largest hospital in Tulare County through historic financial challenges while becoming one of California’s most vocal advocates for rural and district hospitals. A former CFO with over 25 years of financial leadership at the community health system, he has used transparency and direct communication to rally staff, community members and policymakers alike. Under his leadership, the system has earned national awards in cardiac, pulmonary, stroke and maternity care, while maintaining robust community engagement and workforce morale. He was instrumental in advancing legislation that secured lifeline funding for distressed hospitals across the state of California.
