MCHD is pleased to announce the appointment of Shiloh Erven as the new Chief Executive Officer beginning July 1, 2026.

Shiloh comes to Morrow County from Corvallis, where he has worked for Samaritan Health for the past 17 years, most recently as a healthcare executive. His expertise includes both physician practice management and financial management.

Shiloh is no stranger to small-town living. He grew up in rural northern Minnesota, where he developed a passion for ice hockey. He then moved to John Day and graduated from Grant Union High School. He furthered his education at Oregon State University, earning his Bachelor of Science, and then received his Master of Healthcare Administration from Pacific University.

When asked about moving to Morrow County, Shiloh says, “My family and I are excited to move to a smaller community; Morrow County has been welcoming and is family-oriented, which aligns with our needs. I am ready to lead with a shared vision and want to hear from community members, employees, and physicians to create a plan that continues to strengthen Morrow County Health District. I understand rural healthcare- I have lived in rural communities, overseen rural primary clinics in smaller towns, and am familiar with the strengths and challenges of rural living. I view this opportunity as both a real privilege and a great responsibility to honor MCHD’s mission of ‘bringing essential health services to our rural communities that meet the unique needs of the people we serve,’ while protecting and growing access to rural healthcare.”

Bob Houser, Interim CEO, says, “Shiloh is an excellent choice, and I am excited for the District under his direction. He brings the skills and innovative means to identify new revenue streams, and I feel strongly employees will benefit under his leadership.”

In his free time, Shiloh enjoys spending time with his family and is ready to become familiar with the region. “We are excited to explore the local areas and learn about each community.” He also enjoys golfing and playing ice hockey, with plans to play in the Tri-Cities area.