Adena Health System

Health System with 4 hospitals across 1 state

Health System Overview

Health SystemAdena Health System
Total Hospitals4
Commercial/Acute Hospitals4
Total Beds336
Commercial/Acute Beds336
HeadquartersChillicothe, OH
Websiteadena.org

Hospitals by Type

Critical Access Hospital
3 hospitals
75% of health system
Acute Care Hospital
1 hospitals
25% of health system

Teaching Status

0%
Teaching
Teaching Hospitals:
Non-Teaching Hospitals: 4
Teaching hospitals serve as educational institutions for medical professionals while providing patient care.

Hospital Locations

Hospitals in this Health System

HospitalTypeBedsTeachingRecently Joined
Adena Regional Medical CenterAcute Care Hospital261NoNo
Adena Greenfield Medical CenterCritical Access Hospital 25NoNo
Adena Fayette Medical CenterCritical Access Hospital 25NoYes
Adena Pike Medical CenterCritical Access Hospital 25NoNo

Recent News

Jun 11, 2025
Adena Health officially broke ground on the new Adena Fayette Medical Center in Washington Court House, Ohio, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. This event signifies a major investment in the future of healthcare in Fayette County and marks a new chapter for the health system's commitment to the community's well-being. The new facility will be a 25-bed critical access hospital designed to enhance local access to care, support economic growth, and continue a legacy of service spanning over seven decades. According to Jeff Graham, Adena president and CEO, the new medical center represents Adena's promise to deliver exceptional care, advanced treatments, and compassionate service for future generations. The project underscores Adena's belief that rural communities deserve innovative care and modern facilities. The 65,000-square-foot facility is slated to open in 2027 and will offer a wide array of services and patient-focused amenities. These include enhanced specialty care in areas such as orthopedics, oncology, pulmonology, and non-delivery OB/GYN, as well as robotic-assisted surgeries for improved precision and recovery. The new center will also feature expanded diagnostics with MRI, cardiac CT, and nuclear medicine, an on-site pharmacy, upgraded surgical suites, a progressive care unit, and private emergency and inpatient rooms. Public areas will be welcoming and include a chapel, family lounges, and expanded dining options, alongside improved parking and patient flow. Emily Johnson, MD, Adena Medical Group chief medical officer, highlighted that the design of the new medical center reflects the high standard of care provided by Adena's teams. Beyond healthcare provision, the hospital is expected to stimulate local economic development and attract top medical talent to the region, further strengthening Fayette County's future. The construction will take place behind the current hospital on Columbus Avenue, ensuring no interruption to existing services. The design incorporates elements reflecting Fayette County's farming heritage and ties to Washington Court House. [3, 6, 8]
Jun 08, 2025
Representatives from Adena Greenfield Medical Center were present at a meeting where Highland County commissioners heard a presentation on a proposed new hospital tax assessment. [11] This proposal is being considered by the Ohio legislature and may allow both of the county's two hospitals to recoup up to $150,000 annually. [11] The presentation on the proposed Southern Ohio Hospital Tax Pilot Program was given by Colleen Ernst, executive vice president of healthcare consulting firm Adelanto Healthcare Ventures (AHCV). [11] Although no official action was taken as the legislation has not yet been enacted at the state level, those in attendance expressed interest in moving forward if the measure is included in the state funding bill. [11] House Bill 96, the legislation for 2026-27 appropriations, which has already been approved by the House and is currently in a Senate committee, includes a section to create the Rural Ohio Hospital Tax Pilot Program. [11] This program would allow counties to "set the annual rate" for a new assessment on hospitals. [11] The assessment would be used to cover the nonfederal share of Medicaid patients that benefit hospitals in the county and administrative expenses, not exceeding $150,000. [11] Ernst explained that under the current payment model, most rural Ohio hospitals are reimbursed approximately 73 percent of their cost for providing care to Medicaid patients, which is not financially sustainable. [11]
Jun 05, 2025
Adena Medical Group has announced the appointment of Brooke Burns, MHA, MBA as its new president, effective July 28th. In this role, Burns will be responsible for leading a diverse team of over 300 physicians and advanced practice providers who deliver primary and specialty services across Adena Health's nine-county service area. Burns has previously held leadership positions at Adena, including executive vice president of the medical group, and is returning to the organization with a focus on strategic growth and clinical excellence. According to Jeff Graham, Adena president and CEO, Burns' return is considered a significant asset due to her familiarity with the organization's personnel and operations, as well as her extensive experience, making her well-suited to guide the medical group's future direction. Her leadership will aim to ensure operational sustainability, enhance provider satisfaction, and expand clinical services. Additionally, she will play a key role in advancing system-wide initiatives focused on improving the quality of care, increasing patient access, optimizing provider performance, and implementing new approaches to healthcare delivery. This appointment is seen as reinforcing Adena's ongoing commitment to operational excellence, transformative care, and a more unified approach to healthcare, with the goal of providing consistent, personalized care close to home for every patient. [10]
May 27, 2025
Adena Health hosted its second annual golf outing to support healthcare in Greenfield. The event aims to enhance the quality of healthcare services available in and around the Greenfield area. [4, 5]
May 22, 2025
Dr. John Gabis, a family medicine physician at Adena Health and Medical Director of Community Partnerships, was named one of five finalists for the 2025 Albert E. Dyckes Health Care Worker of the Year Award by the Ohio Hospital Association (OHA). This recognition highlights his significant impact in the community and his dedication to going above and beyond for his patients, including providing home visits and offering eulogies. Dr. Gabis is also involved in initiatives to increase treatment resources and provide harm reduction in Ross County, which has seen a significant drop in overdose deaths, garnering national recognition. This is the second consecutive year an Adena Health employee has been a finalist for this award.

Executive Leadership

Andrea Chavez

Vice President Supply Chain

Andrea Chavez is the Vice President Supply Chain & Real Estate at Adena Health System. In this role, she has been involved in collaborating with Inspirity Health Partners to transform and elevate Adena's supply chain capabilities. She has discussed the benefits of this partnership, noting the ability to tap into resources and expertise to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational performance. Chavez has an MBA and MSSCM. She is a member of the leadership team at Adena Health System.

Faitha Shelton

Vice President Human Resources

Faitha Shelton is the Vice President of Human Resources at Adena Health System, a position she has held since September 2019. She has an extensive background in healthcare administration and human resources, with several previous roles at Adena Health System, including Director of Physician Human Resource Support from July 2012 to August 2019 and VP of Adena Medical Group from an unknown start date to June 2012. Shelton also served as the Director of Physician Operations until 2009 and was a Practice Manager at Smith @ Fleischer Pediatrics from 1999 to 2009. Prior to her time at Adena, she was a Practice Manager at Greenfield Medical Associates until 1999 and a Multi-Specialty Clinic Coordinator at Greenfield Area Medical Ctr. until 1989. Faitha Shelton holds a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Leadership from Central Michigan University, earned in 2016, and a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Organizational Management from Wilberforce University. She was also mentioned as the Interim Chief People Services Officer at Adena Health System in a 2019 article regarding the Gallup Great Workplace Award.

Jamie Smith

Chief Information Officer

Jamie Smith is the Chief Information Officer at Adena Health System. He has a diverse background in information technology and leadership. Prior to becoming CIO, he held several other positions at Adena Health System, including Senior Database Administrator, Enterprise Data Architect & Head of Infrastructure, Vice President Infrastructure & Enterprise Data, and Vice President Information Technology. Before joining Adena, he worked as a Business Analyst at Kimball Midwest and a Systems Analyst at Republic Services. Smith holds a Master of Healthcare Administration from Capella University, a Master of Computer Science with a focus on Business Intelligence & Strategic IT Management from the University of Arkansas Grantham, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Database Administration from Baker College of Flint, and an Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration from American InterContinental University. As CIO, Jamie Smith has been involved in initiatives to improve patient and employee experience through technology and has spoken about the importance of technology in healthcare. He was also mentioned in a lawsuit involving Adena Health System.

Laura Guido

Chief Brand Strategy Officer

Laura Guido is the Chief Brand Strategy Officer at Adena Health System. Before joining Adena in May 2022, she spent 15 years in leadership roles at UPMC, including Senior Director of International Marketing. At UPMC, she led a global marketing team and developed campaigns for facilities in multiple countries, as well as overseeing marketing strategy for engaging physicians. Prior to her time at UPMC, she was the Communications Director at National AMBUCS, a non-profit where she focused on brand awareness, member recruitment, and fundraising. Laura Guido earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Communications from PennWest Clarion. In her current role at Adena, she leads marketing initiatives and the team responsible for the system's brand narrative, including the creation, launch, and management of the overarching strategy across internal and external platforms, and content oversight.