Trisha Crissman
About Trisha Crissman
Trisha Crissman serves as the Vice President of Operations and COO at CommonSpirit Health, where she has worked since 2015. With extensive experience in healthcare operations, she has held various leadership roles and has a strong educational background in theology and palliative care.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Trisha Crissman has served as Vice President of Operations and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at CommonSpirit Health since 2015. In this role, she oversees operational strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery. Based in Loveland, Ohio, she has been instrumental in implementing programs that improve patient care and operational efficiency. Her leadership has contributed to the organization's focus on value-based care and quality outcomes.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Operations
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Trisha Crissman held several key positions in healthcare operations. She was the Regional Director of Operations at ProMedica from 2006 to 2012, managing operations across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa. She also served as Vice President of Hospice at Great Lakes Caring for one year in 2012-2013 and as Vice President & General Manager of the Hospice Division at AccentCare, Inc. from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Trisha Crissman has a strong educational background in theology and healthcare. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Loyola Marymount University and a Master of Arts in Theology from Yale University. Additionally, she completed a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies/Counseling at Loyola University Chicago. She also studied Palliative Care at the Center for the Advancement of Palliative Care, achieving Leadership Certification in 2004.
Achievements in Healthcare Management
Throughout her career, Trisha Crissman has made significant contributions to healthcare management. At CommonSpirit Health, she developed a Community Based Palliative Care Population Health Management program that focused on high-cost patients. She also improved Home Care Net Revenue by $7.8 million and implemented a new Electronic Medical Records platform, enhancing operational efficiency. Her strategic initiatives have led to a reduction in re-hospitalization rates and improved patient satisfaction ratings.
Professional Development and Certifications
Trisha Crissman has pursued various professional development opportunities throughout her career. She achieved Leadership Certification in Palliative Care from the Center for the Advancement of Palliative Care in 2004. Her extensive training in pastoral care and healthcare operations has equipped her with the skills necessary to lead in complex healthcare environments.