Mr. Kassis, serving as administrator of Adventist Health Clear Lake, oversees a 25-bed critical access hospital and more than 20 healthcare clinics across northern California. With over 38 years of diverse leadership experience, he is skilled in facilitating strategic planning, operational efficiency and physician relations. His role includes managing the executive team, overseeing finances and allocating resources, as well as spearheading community outreach and partnerships. Under his leadership, the hospital has achieved significant operational success, including successful construction projects and business development initiatives. His clinical background as a respiratory therapist adds valuable insights to his leadership, helping to improve patient safety and staff engagement.
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Becker's Recognition
Charles “Chuck” Kassishas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Critical Access Hospital CEOs to Know
The following CEOs of critical access hospitals are lauded for their dedication to innovation, safety and quality. Many of these CEOs have led service line expansions, recruitment efforts, and partnerships with larger hospitals and health systems. These CEOs are devoted to the continuous improvement of their critical access hospitals, knowing just how crucial they are to the communities they serve.
CEORural & Critical Access
