Munson Healthcare Names Rob Richardson as Otsego Memorial Hospital President and East Region COO

Munson Healthcare Names Rob Richardson as Otsego Memorial Hospital President and East Region COO
02.12.2025

 

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Gaylord, MI – Munson Healthcare (MHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Richardson as President of Otsego Memorial Hospital and Chief Operating Officer of Munson Healthcare’s Charlevoix, Grayling, and Otsego Memorial Hospitals.

Rob has been serving as the Interim President of Otsego Memorial Hospital since September 2024. Prior to this role, he was the Vice President of Surgical and System Support Services at Munson Healthcare.

“We are thrilled to welcome Rob Richardson to his new role. His extensive experience and dedication to healthcare makes him an excellent choice to lead Otsego Memorial Hospital and support our regional hospitals,” Kirsten Korth-White, Munson Healthcare East Region President said. “We are confident that under his leadership, we will continue to enhance and expand our services to better serve our communities.

In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations at Otsego Memorial Hospital, Rob will spearhead significant construction projects and manage over $45 million in investments in the Gaylord community. This includes the expansion and renovation of the hospital to transform OMH into a Regional Hospital by 2027, serving patients across the entire East Region of MHC’s territory. Additionally, a new Ambulatory Surgery Center is being built to serve Gaylord and the neighboring areas.

“Building a strong community culture is essential for the success of any healthcare facility. I am excited to become a part of the great work happening in Gaylord and the surrounding communities. Together, we will continue to enhance the quality of care and services provided to our patients,” said Rob Richardson.

Rob holds a BA from Hillsdale College, an MBA from Duke University, and a law degree from Wake Forest University. With nearly three decades of experience in healthcare, aerospace/defense contracting, and global real estate development, Rob brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new position.