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Joseph Impicciche

CEO

Ascension

St. Louis, MO

Mr. Impicciche, as CEO of Ascension, leads one of the nation’s largest Catholic health systems, overseeing nearly 105 wholly owned or consolidated hospitals and 34 senior living facilities across 16 states and the District of Columbia. Under his leadership, Ascension remains dedicated to its mission of providing compassionate, personalized care, particularly for underserved populations. Mr. Impicciche has been a vocal advocate for addressing health challenges facing vulnerable populations. He also champions technological innovation in healthcare to enhance patient access and quality of care. A recognized leader in the industry, he serves on the boards of the American Hospital Association, Healthcare Leadership Council, and is the chairperson of the Catholic Health Association of the United States. His contributions have earned him the Clarence A. Jackson Distinguished Career Achievement Award from his alma mater, Wabash College.

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