Dodge City, KS (October 6, 2025) – CommonSpirit Health is pleased to announce Jason Justus will serve as President of St. Catherine Hospital – Dodge City, St. Catherine Hospital – Garden City, and Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital, effective October 6, 2025. Justus will oversee the strategic direction and operational excellence of all three facilities, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across Southwest Kansas.
"We are delighted to welcome Jason Justus to lead our team of dedicated healthcare professionals," said Pete Powers, President of the Greater Colorado and Kansas Market. "Jason's proven leadership and extensive experience in hospital administration will be instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and advancing our commitment to serving the health needs of our communities."
Justus brings a wealth of experience to this new role, having previously served in key leadership positions at Pomerene Hospital in Millersburg, Ohio. His tenure at Pomerene included roles as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Finance Officer. During this time, he was widely recognized for his inclusive leadership style and unwavering dedication to advancing organizational goals while upholding the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and operational excellence.
Justus holds a Master of Business Administration from Ashland University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance & Management Information Systems from Ohio University.
"We have an exciting future ahead of us in Kansas," added Powers. "We are confident that Jason's leadership will usher in a new era of success and innovation for our hospitals and the communities we proudly serve."
Justus and his wife, Debra, have been married for 33 years and have two daughters and three grandchildren. In his personal time, Jason cherishes being a grandparent, traveling, and participating in CrossFit 5-6 days a week. He also enjoys golfing, shooting, fishing, and reading.
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 155,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system. Learn more at commonspirit.org.
