Frederick Health Announces Appointment of Dr. Cheryl Cioffi as New President and CEO Change effective July 1, 2025

FREDERICK, Md., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Frederick Health Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Cheryl Cioffi, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FACHE as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of the healthcare system. Dr. Cioffi's appointment followed a comprehensive and thorough succession planning and executive search process.

For nearly three decades, Dr. Cioffi has risen through the ranks to various leadership positions including Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and most recently, Chief Administrative Officer of the system. Her healthcare journey began in direct patient care, bringing a unique depth of perspective to her executive leadership.

Daryl Boffman, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Executive Transition Committee added, "After a thorough national review, the search affirmed what we long recognized; Cheryl is the right leader to guide Frederick Health into the future."

"Cheryl possesses the strategic vision, operational expertise, and leadership experience that made her the ideal choice to serve as our next President and CEO," he continued.

Preparation for executive succession is a highly reliable process at Frederick Health. "The Board of Directors engages in deliberate planning to prepare for continuity in leadership," said Nikki Moberly, Chair of the Board of Directors. "We are intentional about an investment in executive coaching, mentoring and third-party assessments to ensure a seamless transition."

As President and CEO, Dr. Cioffi will advance excellence in patient care, strengthen community partnerships and ensure financial sustainability while promoting innovation and growth in support of Frederick Health's mission to positively impact the well-being of every individual in our community.

Her appointment is effective July 1, 2025. Tom Kleinhanzl, the current President and CEO will retire on October 31, 2025. He will serve out the balance of his term Frederick Health as CEO-emeritus.

About Frederick Health Frederick Health offers a wide range of healthcare services to the residents of Frederick County. The system includes Frederick Health Hospital, Frederick Health Medical Group, Frederick Health Employer Solutions, Frederick Health Home Care, and Frederick Health Hospice. Frederick Health Medical Group offers over 20 medical and surgical specialties, supported by a team of 175 expert providers. The system operates several ambulatory care locations across Frederick County, including ten primary care practices, four urgent care centers, eight outpatient labs, the James M Stockman Cancer Institute, and Frederick Health Village. With 4,000 team members, Frederick Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare and wellness services to support its mission to positively impact the well-being of every individual in our community.

For more information on Frederick Health, visit www.frederickhealth.org

SOURCE Frederick Health Hospital