Central Oregon Health Council names new executive director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Central Oregon Health Council is thrilled to announce that Dr. Arianne (Ari) Powell has joined the team as executive director of the health care nonprofit. The COHC is dedicated to improving health outcomes and creating a healthier Central Oregon.
Dr. Powell has a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality. She holds a Doctorate of Behavioral Health from Arizona State University and an Executive Business Certificate from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Over her decade-long career, Dr. Powell has held various leadership roles in integrated healthcare and behavioral health, including Founder and CEO of Global Health Leaders, Chief Operating Officer at RISE Services, and Director of Clinical Strategy & Analytics at Terros Health.
Born and raised in Bend, Oregon, Dr. Powell is excited to be returning home with her 8-year-old son to enjoy all that Central Oregon has to offer. At the Central Oregon Health Council, Dr. Powell is dedicated to driving initiatives that enhance healthcare accessibility and quality in the region. Her strategic vision and expertise in data-driven healthcare solutions will be instrumental in advancing the Council's mission.
“We are grateful to bring Ari’s passion, knowledge, experience, and commitment to building community to the Central Oregon region,” said Tammy Baney, Board President of the Central Oregon Health Council. “We look forward to the next chapter of the COHC, under her heart-led leadership.”
About the Central Oregon Health Council: The Central Oregon Health Council is a not-for-profit public and private community governance entity. COHC works to improve the health of the region and provides oversight of the Medicaid/OHA population and the region’s Coordinated Care Organization (CCO), PacificSource. COHC was officially created by Senate Bill 204 in 2011 to promote the health of the region’s residents and seeks to achieve the Triple Aim of improving health outcomes, increasing satisfaction with the health system, and reducing costs. Visit www.cohealthcouncil.org for more information.
