Columbus Regional Health Will Appoint New CFO
The health system named Chris Winters as its new executive vice president and chief financial officer.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in People
Columbus Regional Health will elevate Chris Winters to executive vice president and CFO, effective September 21, 2026. Winters has held the role of interim CFO for the health system since June 2025.
Why it matters
The appointment formalizes the permanent financial leadership of the Columbus, Indiana health system. Winters brings over three decades of professional background to the organization as it navigates ongoing healthcare sector operational needs.
Chris Winters brings over 35 years of senior healthcare executive experience to the position. This tenure follows his service as the system's interim CFO since June 2025.
The players
Chris Winters
He is the incoming executive vice president and chief financial officer of Columbus Regional Health with over 35 years of industry experience.
Columbus Regional Health
This is a healthcare system based in Columbus, Indiana, that provides regional medical services.
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
This is a prominent non-profit academic medical center where Winters held a position earlier in his career.
The details
The announcement confirms that Winters will transition into the permanent executive vice president and CFO position later this month. His previous experience includes a tenure at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation prior to joining the Columbus system.
Timeline
June 2025: Chris Winters began serving as the interim CFO for Columbus Regional Health.
September 21, 2026: The appointment of Chris Winters as permanent CFO becomes effective.
Market Landscape
This leadership appointment reflects the ongoing trend of executive transitions within regional health systems. It positions the organization to maintain stability by promoting from within to fill critical financial oversight roles.
This transition maintains continuity in the hospital's executive management, which helps ensure stable operations for local patients. Residents and staff can expect consistent administrative oversight as the health system enters this new chapter of leadership.
The takeaway
Selecting experienced internal candidates for executive roles can minimize operational disruption during leadership changes. Organizations often rely on interim periods to evaluate potential permanent officers before finalizing long-term appointments.
Further reading
Learn more about local organizational changes in Columbus People.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis.
