Mr. Kleinhanzl has led Frederick Health through significant transformation during his two-decade tenure, expanding the system from seven to 26 locations and growing its workforce by over 1,000 employees. Under his leadership, Frederick Health introduced vital community services including stroke, dental, prenatal and breast centers, as well as the James M. Stockman Cancer Institute. He has positioned the system at the forefront of precision medicine by integrating genomics and pharmacogenetics into care via the Meditech Expanse EHR. Mr. Kleinhanzl has also championed the use of AI documentation tools like Dragon DAX and Dragon Co-Pilot to combat clinician burnout and enhance care delivery. His leadership continues to yield national recognition for the community health system system, including a spot on Healthgrades’ “America’s 100 Best Hospitals” list and Magnet designation in 2025. Mr. Kleinhanzl also serves as chair of the Maryland Hospital Association’s board of trustees and on the board of Hood College. He plans to retire in October 2025.
