WAVERLY — Adena Health has appointed Andrew Bauer as the new senior operations executive officer of Adena Pike Medical Center and the health system’s vice president of its east and south regions.
According to an announcement, Bauer will step into his new role on Sept. 1, succeeding Dave Zanni, who is set to retire at the end of August after more than a decade of leadership at the hospital.
Bauer, a Pike County native, currently serves as director of operations at Adena Pike Medical Center, a position he was hired into by Zanni. Their close professional relationship is expected to facilitate a smooth transition.
“Dave has been here since Adena Pike Medical Center became part of the Adena Health family and has built an incredible momentum,” Bauer said. “I’m honored to carry that torch forward.”
Zanni has been instrumental in expanding services and upgrading facilities since he assumed his role in 2014. Under his guidance, the hospital has become a vital hub of care in Pike County and the surrounding communities. Bauer has been a key partner in driving this progress.
“Andrew is an exceptional leader who takes on challenges with both grace and energy,” Zanni said. “His intelligence, commitment to our mission, and deep understanding of this community make him the ideal person to lead this hospital.”
A commitment to expanded patient care
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Adena Pike Medical Center demonstrated its ability to care for patients with more complex conditions. Today, nearly 20 specialists rotate through the hospital in areas such as behavioral health, cardiology, dermatology, endoscopy, general surgery, nephrology, neurology, obstetrics, pain management, podiatry and sports medicine.
Bauer is committed to further expanding access to specialty care and raising awareness of available services throughout the region.
“We’ve laid the groundwork for exciting growth,” Bauer said. “With increasing support from our Adena Medical Group partners, we’re opening doors for both clinical and operational expansion across Pike County and beyond.”
Adena Chief Operating Officer Kathi Edrington praised Bauer’s track record and leadership.
“This reflects the strength of our internal talent, as well as our continued commitment to regional growth and excellence in care,” Edrington said. “Andrew has played a key role in the hospital’s transformation, and his strong operational leadership and local roots will serve the community well.”
Bauer is a graduate of Western High School and lives in Piketon with his family. His wife, Victoria, is also a caregiver at Adena Family Medicine – Piketon.
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