Crescent Community Health Center (Crescent) is proud to announce the appointment of Chad Wolbers as the chief executive officer, effective immediately. Wolbers, who had been serving as interim CEO, has now been selected to lead Crescent in a permanent capacity, following a successful interim period where his leadership made a significant impact.
Wolbers brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community healthcare. He is well-known in the Dubuque community through his consulting group and his previous roles as president and CEO of Finley Hospital, as well as senior vice president at UnityPoint Health, where he served for nearly five years. His extensive background and dedication to improving healthcare access make him an exceptional leader for Crescent's continued growth and success.
John McAndrew, Board Chair, expressed the board’s excitement about Wolbers’ appointment, “After a lengthy nationwide search, Crescent’s board found the right person to guide us into an expansive future, right here in our own backyard. We are grateful that Chad Wolbers, with his lifelong résumé of service and leadership in providing excellent healthcare for underserved populations, has agreed to join us as our CEO. Crescent has grown a lot over the last five years; but the need in the tri-state area is greater, and so is our potential. We are confident that Chad is the right person to help us meet our neighbors’ healthcare needs. It’s going to be fun.”
Mary Rose Corrigan, Board Member Emerita, also added, “Chad’s past support and collaboration with Crescent while in his previous Dubuque healthcare roles, along with his experience, expertise, and dedication to the Dubuque community, demonstrate his readiness to step into Crescent’s leadership.”
As CEO, Wolbers will work closely with Crescent’s board, staff, and community partners to expand healthcare access and services. His leadership will ensure that Crescent remains a cornerstone of community health, providing high-quality care to all who need it.
