Ms. Selhorst is both hospital president and CNO for Mercy Health – Defiance Hospital. As president, she handles strategic leadership, growth and operational oversight. She implements innovations, programs and services that improve patient results and drive engagement. She also optimizes resource utilization and allocation to foster a culture of trust, reliability, safety and quality. As part of that mission, she has recruited and retained top tier physician and advanced practice provider talent. Ms. Selhorst has served in a leadership role at the hospital since 2012, and has worked within the Mercy Health system for over 30 years.
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Becker's Recognition
Sonya Selhorsthas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Rural Hospital CEOs to Know
Rural hospitals allow patients from remote areas to receive care without traveling long distances or sacrificing quality. The CEOs leading these necessary institutions take on a variety of responsibilities to ensure rural communities have access to top-tier healthcare.
CEORural & Critical Access
