Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is committed to the mission of Essential Health Clinic. They bring their interest, expertise, and ties to the community through various professional, entrepreneurial, or fundraising experiences. Each member helps to strengthen the Board's ability to carry out its responsibilities. These include:

  • Providing effective and efficient organizational planning and resource management.
  • Providing financial oversight and governance and ensuring that it has adequate resources.
  • Advocating for the Essential Health Clinic and enhancing its public image.
Board of Directors

President - Kathy Criswell, Providence Health and Services
Secretary - Kirsten Simmons, Willamette Dental
Treasurer - Ed Kolasinski, Puralytics
Medical Director - Gerald Corn, M.D., Providence Health Plans
Chuck Clark, Tuality Healthcare
Peggy Kitzmiller, AKT LLP
Sue Neal, Tuality Healthcare
Vicki Pedraza, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center
Tom Richardson, WarriorInc.

Community Council

Sue Neal, Chair
Linda Nilson-Solares, Project Access NOW
Kathleen O'Leary, Washington County Department of Health & Human Services

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