Eric Lunn, MD – President
Role: President and practicing pediatrician
Responsibility:
Provides leadership to Altru physicians
Education:
Experience:
Hobbies:
- Spending time with grandchildren
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Dave Molmen – Chief Executive Officer
Role: Chief Executive Officer
Responsibility:
Provides business management leadership and oversees Altru’s non-physician staff.
Education:
- Concordia College (Moorhead, MN)
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare, Finance and Psychology
- University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)
Master's in Public Health and Credential of Advanced Studies in Health Services Administration
Experience:
- Former Chief Operating Officer for Altru Health System and United Hospital
- Former Chief Executive Officer of Medwest Medical Group (Denver, CO)
- Former Associate Administrator of Grand Forks Clinic and Administrator of the Grand Forks Orthopedic Clinic
- Current Chair of the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Advisory Council
Hobbies:
- Music
- Wood-working
- Cycling
Why I chose healthcare:
“In my own experience, I saw how much of a difference healthcare could make in people’s lives. It combines all of my passions into work that I love.”
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Brad Wehe – Chief Operating Officer
Role: Chief Operating Officer
Responsibility:
Directs the efforts of the system in achieving its mission through the coordination and oversight of daily operations.
Education:
Experience:
- Former Administrative Director of Regional Operations at Altru
- Board of Directors:
North Regional Health Alliance
Mayo Physical Therapy Alumni Association
Mayo School of Health Related Sciences
- American College of Healthcare Executives - Fellow (FACHE)
- University of Minnesota - Crookston - Health Management Advisory Board
- Mayville State University Foundation Board of Trustees Executive Committee
- United Lutheran Church Foundation Board of Directors
Hobbies:
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Skiing
- Racing
Why I chose healthcare:
“My desire to help others in need led me to a career in healthcare.”
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Dwight Thompson, CPA – Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer
Role: Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer
Responsibility:
Provides leadership in areas of strategic financial planning, revenue cycle, accounting & finance, budget/reimbursement, coding compliance, doctor compensation, patient financial services, and treasury & compliance.
Education:
- University of North Dakota (Grand Forks, ND)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting
- University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)
Master's in Healthcare Administration
Experience:
- Dwight is retiring from Altru Health System effective June 30, 2018.
- Fellow in the Health Care Financial Management Association (FHFMA)
- Past Chair and member of the Grand Forks Economic Development Corporation
- Vice Chair of the Grand Forks Growth Fund
- Certified Public Accountant and Fellow in Health Care Financial Management Association
- Board member for the Pembina County Memorial Hospital, Sanford Health Plan, and a private L.L.C.
- Past member of the national board of directors of the Healthcare Financial Management Association
- Past Chair and member of the Alerus Center Commission
- Member of the North Dakota and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Member of the University of North Dakota College of Business and Public Administration Advisory Council
- Member of the Board of Trustees of the Grand Forks YMCA
- Serves as board member in several related and unrelated organizations
- Served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota in the program for healthcare administration
- Eagle Scout
- U.S. Coast Guard Veteran
Hobbies:
- Altru Family YMCA Activities
- Volunteering
- Hunting
Why I chose healthcare:
“My career in healthcare started with an accounting internship at United Hospital while I was attending UND. That exposure ignited my interest in pursuing health care finance employment upon graduation. The ability to practice the full range of business and financial activities are certainly attractive. The human elements of working in healthcare also make it a career choice that is rewarding and challenging."
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Janice Hamscher, MSN, MBA - Chief Nursing Officer
Role: Chief Nursing Officer
Responsibility:
Leads and defines nursing standards of practice throughout the organization and ensures quality patient care, optimal operating effectiveness and strategic positioning.
Education:
- University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), Master of Science in Nursing
- Southern New Hampshire University (Manchester, New Hampshire), Master of Business Administration
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania (Kutztown, Pennsylvania), Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience:
Hobbies:
- Reading
- Cooking
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Gardening
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Going for walks
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Playing the piano
Why I chose healthcare:
"I chose healthcare because I wanted to serve and take care of people. People seeking healthcare are often experiencing a significant life event, allowing caregivers to make a difference in their lives."
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Mark Waind – Chief Information Officer
Role: Chief Information Officer
Responsibility:
Oversees Information Services, telecommunications, transcription, health information management and reimbursement coding departments.
Education:
Experience:
- Certified Healthcare Chief Information Officer (CHCIO) through the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME)
- Certified Professional in Health Information Management & Systems (CPHIMS)
- Past President of the Minnesota Epic User Group (MNEUG)
- Vice President for the North Dakota Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) chapter
- 29 years of experience in health care
Hobbies:
- Wood-working
- Home renovations
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Outdoor activities
Why I chose healthcare:
“My mother’s work ethic, caring personality and interest in technology had a big influence on me. She was a registered nurse and worked a long career as a hospital staff nurse, a long-term care nursing manager and a public health nurse.”
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Kellee Fisk– Chief People Officer
Role: Chief People Officer
Responsibility:
Guides the development of an engaged employee culture focused on working together to serve our patients and community. Builds and leads a talented team of employees with expertise in human resources, learning and organizational development, pastoral services and volunteer leadership.
Education:
- Carroll College, (Helena, MT)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Minor in Economics
- University of Montana, (Missoula, MT)
Master's of Business Administration
Experience:
- Vice President for People Resources & Chief Strategy Officer for Billings Clinic, (Billings, MT)
- Executive Director, Strategic Marketing and Planning, Billings Clinic
- Served as Board Chair for United Way of Yellowstone County, (Billings, MT)
- Served as Board Chair for Head Start of Yellowstone County, (Billings, MT)
Hobbies:
- Traveling
- Reading
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Watching movies
- Watching basketball, skating and swimming
- Biking the trails of Grand Forks
Why I chose healthcare:
“I chose not-for-profit health care initially as an opportunity to use my business degree and be challenged to grow and learn new things. I continue to work in healthcare because I realized over the years that it just fit me in terms of my hope to be a part of an industry and organization whose sole purpose is to serve others. I believe there is no greater calling than to be part of a team that is responsible and accountable to be the ‘go-to’ place for care and support in times of need. We have so many opportunities to give more of ourselves, and in healthcare I am challenged to do just that every day. I feel privileged to be part of people's lives and believe in our mission and vision to serve our community to the best of our ability every day.”
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Dennis Reisnour – Chief Strategy Officer
Role: Chief Strategy Officer
Responsibility:
Leads the development of Altru’s strategic plan and directs the marketing, communication and overall management of Altru’s brand.
Education:
- University of North Dakota (Grand Forks, ND)Bachelor of Science
- Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ)
Masters in Health Services Administration
Experience:
- Chief Executive Officer for Altru Health Resources
- Former Director of Planning and Marketing of a three-hospital system in Dallas, TX
- Served on the board of directors of the Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation
Hobbies:
- Cooking
- Brewing beer
- Hunting
- Fishing
Why I chose healthcare:
“To have a career through which I could make a difference for our community."
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Meghan Compton, JD – Chief Legal Counsel
Role: Chief Legal Counsel
Responsibility:
Oversee legal affairs, compliance and risk management, lead legislative advocacy efforts, and advise the Executive Team and Board of Directors
Education:
Experience:
- Previous experience in private practice, with over six years of experience in healthcare, contract law and general legal practice
- Serves on the Downtown Development Association Board and sits on a community partners committee addressing opioid use in the community
Hobbies:
- Spending time with her husband and three boys
- Traveling
- Biking
- Yoga
- Time outdoors
Why I chose healthcare:
"It encompasses innovation, change, challenges, learning and healing, all with the purpose of bettering our lives. Healthcare is an exciting and rewarding industry to be a part of.”
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