Leadership

Dave has over 35 years of healthcare experience, with 25 of those years as a hospital administrator (13 at Aspen Valley Hospital). Dave was Aspen Valley Hospital's CEO from 2004-2013, returning to the position in the fall of 2016. In 2013, Dave moved to Tucson, Arizona, where he was Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Tucson Medical Center, a 600-bed tertiary hospital. Then, prior to returning to AVH, he was the Executive Director of a newly-formed management company, the Community Care Alliance (CCA), that formed two Accountable Care Organizations serving seniors in 14 rural communities in western Colorado and Washington State. During his tenure with the CCA, Dave worked with dozens of rural hospitals in Colorado, California and Washington, gaining an abundance of knowledge about accountable care and a passion for being part of the healthcare industry’s transformation to value-based care.

Deborah joined the Aspen Valley Hospital executive team in January of 2013 as President & CEO of the Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation, which was formed in June 2012. Prior to that appointment, Deborah was the executive director of Northern Dutchess Hospital Foundation in Rhinebeck, New York, and associate director of development for The Foundation for Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, New York. Deborah holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Her focus at the Hospital is on encouraging philanthropic support by matching the needs of the organization with donor interests. Deborah also works with a dedicated Board of Directors including like-minded individuals who help bring the Foundation’s and the Hospital’s message to the community.  

Elaine was a clinical RN, working in the ICU and establishing the cardiology clinic at Aspen Valley Hospital, starting in 2000. She won a seat on the Board of Directors in 2002 and served in that capacity until 2004 when she moved into an administrative role. She was Legal Counsel, Chief Clinical Officer and Compliance Officer for many years. Elaine also served as Chief Transformation Officer overseeing the development and implementation of an integrated system of care in a value-based reimbursement environment. Now, as Chief Operating Officer, she is responsible for operations across all Aspen Valley Hospital Network of Care locations, ensuring they are fully integrated in their delivery. She continues to serve as legal counsel for the Hospital. Elaine holds a bachelor's degree in nursing, a master degree in business administration, and a juris doctorate with an emphasis on healthcare law.

Michelle Gelroth is Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Aspen Valley Hospital. As CIO, Michelle leads the information technology (IT) team, which designs and implements technical solutions for all departments at the Hospital. Michelle was hired in 2014 as director of information technology, where she gained leadership experience in project management, application development, and clinical practice. She is passionate about leveraging technology to optimize clinician workflows and enhance the patient experience and outcomes. Michelle previously held positions at Valley View Hospital in compliance and strategic financial planning. She holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and biochemistry from University of Oklahoma. Additionally, she attended medical school at Rocky Vista University. Michelle is a Colorado native and avid Denver Broncos fan who enjoys attending games with her husband and daughter.

Ginette was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in August of 2017, formerly serving as Associate CFO since April of 2015. She had been Aspen Valley Hospital's controller since 2004 and is very knowledgeable about all aspects of the finance department. Prior to coming to Aspen Valley Hospital, Ginette worked for two multinational corporations in the accounting field for seven years. She had also been the CFO for two privately held companies in the valley. She holds a bachelor's degree in accounting, is a Certified Public Accountant, and is also certified by the Healthcare Financial Management Association as a Certified Healthcare Financial Professional. As CFO, she oversees the functions of the finance department, admissions/registration, billing, engineering, environmental services, medical records and the assisted living facility.

Jennifer joined Aspen Valley Hospital’s executive team in 2017, building on nearly two decades of experience managing communications for top tier brands and building strong relationships within the Aspen community. Prior to joining Aspen Valley Hospital, Jennifer owned and operated her own marketing firm, making a positive impact for national brands and Aspen area nonprofits. Jennifer’s work has received national recognition for excellence. In her role as Chief Marketing Officer, Jennifer determines strategy and implements internal and external communications and branding efforts.

Dr. Stahl is an orthopedic surgeon and was a physician leader with the Panorama Orthopedic Group and OrthoColorado Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado, before joining the Aspen Valley Hospital team in 2013. He has extensive leadership, physician and hospital governance experience. Dr. Stahl is originally from France, where he spent time in Aspen’s Sister City, Chamonix, and he was a member of the French National Ski Team. Dr. Stahl assists Aspen Valley Hospital’s medical staff in fulfilling their board-delegated responsibilities for the provision of quality care. He supervises employed and contracted physicians as a member of the executive team.