Essentia Health CEO Dr. David Herman Named to Joint Commission Board of Commissioners
Dr. David Herman
Essentia Health is proud to announce that its CEO, Dr. David Herman, has been appointed to Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners, the organization’s governing body responsible for advising leadership and shaping strategy to advance healthcare quality and safety nationwide.
Joint Commission is a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety in healthcare. The organization accredits and certifies more than 22,000 healthcare organizations and programs in the United States. Its Board of Commissioners provides governance and strategic oversight to ensure Joint Commission continues driving measurable improvements in healthcare quality and safety. There are 21 voting members on the board, including physicians, administrators, nurses, employers, quality and innovation experts and educators.
Dr. Herman’s appointment reflects his longstanding commitment to advancing high-quality, patient-centered care across the communities Essentia Health serves. As Essentia’s CEO, he leads an integrated health system dedicated to improving health outcomes for people and places across Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. With Essentia recognized as a leader in rural healthcare, he understands the challenges as well as the opportunities in delivering care across communities big and small.
“It is an honor to serve on Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners,” said Dr. Herman. “Joint Commission plays a vital role in promoting safety, quality and innovation in healthcare. I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues and fellow commissioners to support health systems and advance quality, safety and accessibility as we work to meet the evolving needs of our patients and communities.”
Throughout his career, Dr. Herman has championed quality improvement, patient-safety initiatives and value-based care. Under his leadership, Essentia Health has advanced clinical excellence, strengthened rural health access and invested in workforce development to ensure sustainable care delivery, all while pursuing strategic growth aimed at strengthening Essentia, which has received regional and national accolades for the quality care it provides.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Herman to our Board of Commissioners,” said Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, president and CEO, Joint Commission. “His leadership in advancing quality care – particularly across rural communities – aligns closely with our mission. The perspective and lived experience he will bring to this important role will be incredibly valuable as we continue in our mission to drive the highest and safest quality care for patients.”
Dr. Herman’s appointment underscores Essentia Health’s commitment to national leadership in healthcare quality and reinforces the organization’s focus on delivering exceptional care to the patients and communities it serves.