Orleans Community Health leader receives Excellence in Health Care award
Provided photos: Orleans Community Health’s CEO Marc Shurtz was joined in Buffalo by associates to accept the Buffalo Business First Excellence in Health Care Award on June 17. Pictured, from left, are Tami Condo, Rhonda Woody, director of cardiac services, who earned the distinction in 2023; Shurtz; and Mary Williams, retired director of human resources at OCH.
MEDINA – Orleans Community Health’s CEO/CIO was presented with the “Excellence in Health Care” award by Buffalo Business First during an annual celebration June 17.
The occasion recognized healthcare leaders from across Western New York who have shown exceptional leadership, innovation and commitment to improving healthcare in their communities.
Orleans Community Health’s CEO/CIO Marc Shurtz and Rhonda Woody, director of cardiac services pose with their awards at Medina Memorial Hospital. Shurtz was just honored by Buffalo Business First with their Excellence in Health Care award. Woody received the same honor in 2023.
Marc Shurtz has served as CEO/CIO of Orleans Community Health for the past six years and has worked in healthcare for more than 11 years. Since joining Orleans Community Health in 2020, after previously serving as chief information officer and corporate compliance officer, he has guided the organization through executive transition, operational challenges and strategic growth, while maintaining a steadfast commitment to preserving access to quality healthcare close to home.
As OCH’s CEO/CIO, Shurtz provides executive leadership for the organization, while overseeing strategic technology initiatives and operational direction. He works closely with organizational leadership, staff and community partners to advance system-wide priorities and expand access to healthcare services throughout Orleans County and the surrounding region. His leadership combines strategic vision with a hands-on, community-centered approach.
Jeanie Wodo, director of IT Services at Orleans Community Health, submitted the nomination recognizing Shurtz for the award. She attended the reception to see Shurtz receive the award.
Following the ceremony, Shurtz commented on the importance of rural healthcare and the team behind the recognition.
“Rural healthcare is about more than providing medical services – it’s about caring for our neighbors, strengthening our communities and ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare close to home,” Shurtz said. “I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from Buffalo Business First, but this award truly belongs to our entire Orleans Community Health team. Their compassion, dedication and commitment to our patients make achievements like this possible every day.”
Shurtz becomes the second Orleans Community Health leader to receive the Buffalo Business First Excellence in Health Care Award. He joins Rhonda Woody, director of cardiac services, who earned the distinction in 2023. She attended the June 17 awards ceremony alongside Shurtz as he accepted this year’s honor, marking another proud milestone for Orleans Community Health.
The Buffalo Business First Excellence in Health Care awards recognize individuals whose leadership, service and commitment are helping shape the future of healthcare throughout Western New York.
