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Kootenai Health
Bone & Joint
Orthopedic care for injuries, joint pain and movement concerns, including advanced joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma care and recovery.

Brain & Spine
Neurologists, neurosurgeons and rehabilitation specialists with leading technology and treatment options for a wide range of brain, spine and nerve conditions.

Cancer Care
Nationally accredited cancer care with specialists working together on advanced treatment options, clinical trials and support through every step.
Digestive Health
Digestive specialists who diagnose and treat everything from routine screenings and ongoing symptoms to advanced procedures, IBD and liver disease.

Heart, Vascular & Lung
Nationally recognized specialists for heart, blood vessel and lung conditions, from testing and ongoing treatment to advanced procedures and surgery.

Women & Children
Connected care for women, babies and children, from everyday health needs and pregnancy to specialized hospital care when more support is needed.
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Kootenai Health in the Community
Rooted in community. Driven by care for all.
From sponsoring local events like Ironman to ensuring every neighbor has access to care, we're here for our community—because caring for our neighbors is who we are.
Community Involvement

Kootenai Health Leadership

The Kootenai Health, Inc. Board of Directors and administrative team are seasoned executives collectively committed to improving the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve.

Kootenai Health Inc. Board

The Kootenai Health Inc. Board of Directors is a private board and does not take public comments during Board meetings.

Communication to the Kootenai Health Inc. Board can be sent in writing via email to comments@kh.org or to this mailing address: 
Kootenai Health Inc. Board of Directors
2003 Kootenai Health Way
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Robert McFarland, M.D.
Robert McFarland, M.D.
Chair | Retired, Family Practitioner
Dave Bobbitt
Dave Bobbitt
Vice Chair | Retired, Banking Industry
Teri Farr
Teri Farr
Secretary – Treasurer & Corp. Member | Retired, Philanthropy Executive
Kim Ransier
Kim Ransier
Director | Retired Executive Director, Hospice of North Idaho
Cindy Clark, RN
Cindy Clark, RN
Director | Retired, Registered Nurse
Tag Jacklin
Tag Jacklin
Director | Business Executive.
Thomas deTar, M.D.
Thomas deTar, M.D.
Director & Corporate Member | Physician, ENT/Otolaryngology
Liz Godbehere, RN
Liz Godbehere, RN
Director | Registered Nurse
Darin Hayes
Darin Hayes
Director | Senior Vice President, D.A. Davidson & Co.
Shawn Keough
Shawn Keough
Director | Retired, Logging Industry, Former Senator
Robert Yuditsky
Robert Yuditsky
Director | Senior Vice President, Morgan Stanley
Robert McFarland, M.D.
Robert McFarland, M.D.
Chair | Retired, Family Practitioner
Dave Bobbitt
Dave Bobbitt
Vice Chair | Retired, Banking Industry
Teri Farr
Teri Farr
Secretary – Treasurer & Corp. Member | Retired, Philanthropy Executive
Kim Ransier
Kim Ransier
Director | Retired Executive Director, Hospice of North Idaho
Cindy Clark, RN
Cindy Clark, RN
Director | Retired, Registered Nurse
Tag Jacklin
Tag Jacklin
Director | Business Executive.
Thomas deTar, M.D.
Thomas deTar, M.D.
Director & Corporate Member | Physician, ENT/Otolaryngology
Liz Godbehere, RN
Liz Godbehere, RN
Director | Registered Nurse
Darin Hayes
Darin Hayes
Director | Senior Vice President, D.A. Davidson & Co.
Shawn Keough
Shawn Keough
Director | Retired, Logging Industry, Former Senator
Robert Yuditsky
Robert Yuditsky
Director | Senior Vice President, Morgan Stanley

Kootenai Health Administration

Kootenai Health is led by an executive team committed to improving the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve.

Jameson Smith
Jameson Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Michèle Bouit
Michèle Bouit
Chief Financial Officer
Karen Cabell, D.O.
Karen Cabell, D.O.
Chief Physician Executive
Kim Jorgensen
Kim Jorgensen
Chief Nursing Officer
Todd Holling
Todd Holling
Chief Information Officer
Joel Hazel
Joel Hazel
Chief Legal Officer
Cyndy Donato
Cyndy Donato
Chief People & Culture Officer
Duke Walker
Duke Walker
Chief Operating Officer
Collin Furukawa
Collin Furukawa
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
Karrie Robertson
Karrie Robertson
Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller
Cara Nielsen
Cara Nielsen
President, Kootenai Health Foundation
Jameson Smith
Jameson Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Michèle Bouit
Michèle Bouit
Chief Financial Officer
Karen Cabell, D.O.
Karen Cabell, D.O.
Chief Physician Executive
Kim Jorgensen
Kim Jorgensen
Chief Nursing Officer
Todd Holling
Todd Holling
Chief Information Officer
Joel Hazel
Joel Hazel
Chief Legal Officer
Cyndy Donato
Cyndy Donato
Chief People & Culture Officer
Duke Walker
Duke Walker
Chief Operating Officer
Collin Furukawa
Collin Furukawa
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
Karrie Robertson
Karrie Robertson
Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller
Cara Nielsen
Cara Nielsen
President, Kootenai Health Foundation

Kootenai Hospital District

The District Board of Trustees is a non-functioning board, but pursuant to Idaho law will hold brief monthly meetings, typically the first Tuesday of each month at noon in the Kootenai Services Building Boardroom and via Microsoft Teams.

Learn more about Board meetings

Executive Board of Trustees

  • Chair Robert McFarland, MD
  • Vice Chair Thomas deTar, MD
  • Secretary-Treasurer David Bobbitt Appointed Trustee

Trustees


  • Cindy Clark, RN
  • Katie Brodie
  • Darin Hayes
  • Luke Sommer
  • Karina Angiletta
  • Bob Colvin Appointed Trustee