Dr. Altman has led Cass Health through an organizationwide rebrand in 2021, leading to recognition by the National Rural Hospital Association. Under his leadership, the hospital has nearly doubled patient volume and market share while recruiting new providers to expand access to rural care across southwest Iowa. Cass Health completed a $20 million remodel using operating revenue, without incurring debt, between 2020 and 2023. In 2023, the hospital received an $849,000 grant to launch a healthcare career apprenticeship program aimed at growing the nursing workforce. Dr. Altman’s leadership also earned the organization designation as a rural hospital center of excellence for maternal health outreach. He also holds roles with the Iowa Hospital Association, local boards and professional associations. Mr. Altman is retiring this year, and will be part of the leadership team through January 1, 2027.
