Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dan Grigg, CEO of Wallowa County Health Care District
Aug 3, 2025
Dan Grigg, CEO of Wallowa County Health Care District, discusses his vision for enhancing local healthcare access in rural Oregon. He details the successful launch of podiatry services and the importance of fostering a community-centric workplace culture. Grigg addresses recruitment challenges and shares strategies for staff development to improve retention. He also emphasizes navigating regulatory hurdles and plans for expanding orthopedic and rehabilitation services, alongside cultivating leadership skills within the organization for long-term success.
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Successful Podiatry Service Launch
- Wallowa County Health Care District launched podiatry services despite initial doubts about patient volume.
- Their recruited podiatrist quickly exceeded expectations, benefiting both community and hospital.
Top Healthcare Workplace Recognition
- The health care district was recognized five times in six years as a top healthcare workplace.
- This reflects their strong, genuine culture and dedicated staff of 240 employees.
Invest in Staff Education
- Invest in education by funding staff training for critical clinical roles like nursing and respiratory therapy.
- This builds local talent likely to stay long term, easing rural recruitment challenges.
