Shepherd’s Hope Appoints New President/CEO

Kevin Klauer has been appointed President and CEO of Shepherd’s Hope effective April 14, 2025. Dr. Klauer formerly served as the CEO of the American Health Information Management Association, serving the health information management community of more than 90,000 professionals. He also served as System Chief Medical Officer for HCA Florida Ocala and West Marion Hospitals, and previously as the CEO of the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Klauer served as the Chief Medical Officer, Hospital Based Services, Enterprise Chief Risk Officer, and Executive Director of the Patient Safety Organization for TeamHealth. He holds the following faculty appointments: Assistant Clinical Professor at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Assistant Clinical Professor, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Assistant Clinical Professor, Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine.

He received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training in Emergency Medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center, Charity Hospital New Orleans, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Klauer earned his Executive JD, with honors, from Purdue Global Law School in 2011.

In his capacity as President and CEO, Dr. Klauer will lead the financial stability of Shepherd’s Hope, oversee clinical and operational responsibilities and assist in continuing to secure funding from various streams to ensure the growth of Shepherd’s Hope as it prepares to enter it’s 30th year in 2027!

"Dr. Klauer possesses the leadership qualities we need at this pivotal time—extensive executive-level experience in healthcare, strong local professional connections, board leadership expertise, and exceptional management skills that align seamlessly with this role. Most importantly, he has a deep and genuine commitment to serving those in need. We are all incredibly energized as we continue our mission of providing free, high-quality healthcare to uninsured individuals, ensuring that our neighbors receive the care they deserve," said Bill Mullowney, Board Chair of Shepherd’s Hope and General Counsel of Valencia College.

Dr. Klauer stated in response to his appointment, "Working with Shepherd's Hope is a unique and wonderful opportunity to enhance and expand the faith-based mission of service to central Floridians in need of high quality, free medical care. Along with our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and Dr. Barnes, I look forward to assessing the healthcare needs of our community and leading targeted, programmatic development to improve the lives of our neighbors, while ensuring excellent clinical outcomes for our patients.  I'm truly blessed to serve in this role and humbled by the opportunity."

Shepherd’s Hope provides free, quality healthcare for uninsured children, women and men in central Florida. Operating four clinics in Central Florida, Shepherd’s Hope served more than 8,000 patients in 2024. ###