Central Health
John Clark, MBA has over 16 years of work experience in the healthcare industry. John currently serves as the Chief Information Officer at Central Health since June 2016. Previously, they held the position of Director of Information Services at BayCare Health System from October 2012 to June 2016. John also worked as the Corporate Director of Information Services at Baylor Scott & White Health from September 2009 to October 2012, where they led technical and analytical support teams and oversaw applications for various healthcare services. Prior to that, John was the Owner and President of Healthcare Integrated Technologies, Inc. from June 2007 to September 2009. John also served as the Chief Information Officer at PARAGON HEALTH AND TPHR, LLP from February 2004 to June 2007.
John Clark, MBA, has a solid educational background in business administration and management. John first attended Lamar University from 1993 to 1998, where they earned their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Management Information Systems. This provided him with a foundation in both business and technology.
Later, in 2002, John decided to further their education by pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the University of Phoenix. John specialized in Technology Management during their time there, gaining a more in-depth understanding of the intersection between business and technology. This program lasted until 2004 and equipped John with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen field.
John Clark's pursuit of educational growth continued as they decided to pursue another Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Lamar University in 2018. Their focus this time was on Management, further honing their expertise in this area. With this most recent achievement, John has demonstrated their commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Overall, John Clark, MBA, has a strong educational foundation in business administration, management, and technology management. Their Bachelor's and two Master's degrees reflect their passion for intellectual growth and desire to excel in their chosen field.
Central Health
Created by voters in 2004, Central Health’s mission is to improve the health of the community by caring for those who need it most. We are empowering communities with care by building a better healthcare system. Central Health is the public hospital district serving the residents of Travis County. Central Health’s core objective is to be healthcare system providing high-quality, equitable care for low-income Travis County residents. The hospital district is also indebted to the taxpayers of Travis County—who fund the majority of Central Health’s budget—to operate in a fiscally responsible and transparent manner. Central Health is a separate political subdivision of the State of Texas created in 2004 by a vote of Travis County residents. The boundaries of its health care service area and taxing jurisdiction are contiguous with Travis County. In early 2022, Central Health adopted a Healthcare Equity Plan which will guide the immediate and long-term work of the hospital district to improve health and reduce inequities for Travis County’s low-income population. The plan identifies four strategic imperatives: Access & Capacity, Care Coordination, Member Engagement, and System of Care.