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. 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. Mr. Thorsen is currently overseeing an expansion project for Columbia Memorial Hospital, which broke ground in October 2024 and with the first phase set to complete in late 2027.
