SNOQUALMIE, Wash. — Snoqualmie Valley Health (SVH) has welcomed Michael Nevins, MD, FCCP, as its new chief medical officer. An experienced physician and healthcare leader, Dr. Nevins joins SVH during a period of significant growth, as the organization expands access to care and prepares to open The HUB in 2027.
“Dr. Nevins brings an exceptional combination of clinical expertise, leadership experience and a genuine commitment to the people we serve,” said Renée Jensen, FACHE, CEO of SVH. “We’re excited to welcome his perspective and experience to our leadership team as we continue building on the exceptional care our providers and staff deliver every day.”
Dr. Nevins brings extensive clinical and executive leadership experience from Kaiser Permanente and Washington Permanente Medical Group. Most recently, he served as executive medical director for acute, post-acute and diagnostic specialties, providing clinical and operational oversight for more than 350 physicians and physician assistants across a broad range of services. He previously served as chief medical officer of Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital, where he led efforts to strengthen medical staff governance, quality and patient safety. A practicing physician in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine, Dr. Nevins is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine and sleep medicine.
For Dr. Nevins, the opportunity to join SVH represents more than a new leadership role. He was drawn to the organization’s community-focused mission, collaborative culture and commitment to expanding healthcare access close to home.
“I am drawn to SVH’s holistic approach to supporting the health of the local community,” said Dr. Nevins. “While so many health systems are contracting or consolidating, SVH is expanding. I’m excited to be a part of it.”
As chief medical officer, Dr. Nevins will focus on supporting clinical teams, strengthening collaboration and ensuring SVH continues to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care as the organization grows. His initial priority is to listen and learn from the people closest to patient care.
“My first priority is truly to learn,” he said. “I see my role is to develop systems to support our caregivers and enable them to provide the best care to our patients.”
Dr. Nevins also emphasizes developing future leaders and empowering teams to turn ideas into action. As SVH expands outpatient services through The HUB, he looks forward to supporting the organization’s continued growth and strengthening awareness of the comprehensive care available locally.
Dr. Nevins earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He completed his internal medicine internship and residency, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine, at Tufts Medical Center.
Originally from the Boston area, Dr. Nevins moved to the Pacific Northwest with his wife, Kim, following their medical training. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, golfing, traveling and cooking, as well as weekend outings with Kim and their rescue hound, Walter.
For more information about Snoqualmie Valley Health’s services, please visit SnoqualmievalleyHealth.org.
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