Carle Health has named Dr. Robert Cavagnol as its new president of the Bloomington-Normal service area. Cavagnol will assume the position on Feb. 2, replacing Colleen Kannaday after 15 years in that role.
The healthcare provider said Cavagnol brings executive leadership experience and clinical experience needing to operate its health system.
“I’m honored to join Carle Health’s Central Region and partner with our physicians, nurses and teams to advance quality, access and patient experience,” Cavagnol said. “Together, we’ll strengthen services in Bloomington-Normal, Eureka and neighboring communities and build on Carle Health’s commitment to bringing high-quality and compassionate care closer to home.”
Cavagnol was selected by Carle Health executive leadership, board members and medical staff through a national search and multistage interview.
He recently served as president of Froedtert ThedaCare Health’s North Region in Wisconsin. The board-certified surgeon holds a medical degree from Wayne State University, a master’s in healthcare administration and served as a trauma surgeon and officer in the United States Navy.
“Rob brings a rare combination of physician leadership, operational discipline and community focus. His approach aligns with Carle Health’s commitment to providing exceptional care and will help us bring more access to high-quality care as we continuously work to improve patient experience across the entire region,” said Matthew Kolb, Carle Health executive vice president and chief operating officer.
In his time as president, Cavagnol will supervise Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Eureka Hospital and the affiliated centers and clinics in Central Illinois.
