Vancouver Clinic taps Texas health care executive to be CEO

A health care executive from Austin, Texas, will take the helm of Vancouver Clinic in March.

Katherine Henry will succeed CEO Mark Mantei, who is retiring after a decade of leadership at the Pacific Northwest’s largest independent, physician-owned medical practice.

Henry serves as chief administrative officer at Austin Regional Clinic. She will join Vancouver Clinic on March 1 to guide the organization’s continued strategic expansion to meet the health care needs of Southwest Washington’s rapidly growing population, according to a news release.

“I’m energized by the opportunity to lead an organization that is steadfastly committed to excellence, independence, and the unwavering care of its people and patients,” Henry said in the news release. “Vancouver Clinic has the scale, talent and vision to excel as health care evolves.”

Under Henry’s leadership, Austin Regional Clinic expanded from 24 to 37 clinics, grew its physician workforce by 32 percent and earned recognition as a Top Workplace USA in both health care and culture. She also championed initiatives that improved patient health through enhanced convenience and access.

“Caring for patients is our first priority,” Dr. Keren Rosenblum, Vancouver Clinic president and board chair, said in the news release. “Katie brings exceptional experience, insight and inspiration to this role. She shares our conviction that physician-led care delivers extraordinary results and is committed to helping our organization and the people we serve thrive.”

Henry has a law degree from Wake Forest University and previously practiced law in Winston-Salem, N.C. She currently serves on the executive committee of the American Medical Group Association.