Mr. Davis serves as Illinois region president for Deaconess, overseeing strategic and operational functions. He has implemented systemwide “unreasonable hospitality” initiatives to elevate patient experience and oversaw the go-live of critical IT systems including Epic EHR and Pyxis, significantly enhancing clinical operations. He has expanded service lines, most notably by introducing dialysis and preparing a neuro unit launch, while also modernizing equipment across multiple sites ranging from imaging tools in cath labs to surgical video towers and chemistry analyzers. Mr. Davis’s influence extends beyond hospital walls through his active civic engagement, including board roles with the Illinois Hospital Association, American Red Cross of Illinois and more. Recognized for his contributions, he recently received the “President’s Award” from Rend Lake College Foundation and helped secure a 4-star patient survey rating from CMS at Deaconess Illinois Crossroads.
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Becker's Recognition
William Davishas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2026 Winner

Executives
146 Rural Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know
CEORural & Critical Access
