Chaffin promoted to health center's CEO

SANDUSKY — The Erie County Community Health Center, a federally qualified health center serving residents across Erie County, recently announced the appointment of Troy Chaffin as its new chief executive officer. Chaffin brings more than 16 years of public health and health care leadership experience to the community health center. Most recently, he served as chief operating officer for Lorain County Health and Dentistry, another federally qualified health center, where he worked for more than eight years. Prior to that role, Chaffin spent eight years with the Erie County Health Department where he served as assistant health commissioner before departing in 2017. A native of Collins in northern Huron County, Chaffin earned a bachelor's degree in public health from the University of Mount Union and a master's degree in public health administration from the University of Toledo. In his new role, Chaffin will lead the community health center's continued growth and commitment to providing accessible, high-quality and integrated health care services to the community, including primary care, dental services, behavioral health and pharmacy services. "I'm honored to return to Erie County and join the Erie County Community Health Center team," Chaffin said. "This organization plays a vital role in ensuring individuals and families have access to the care they need," Chaffin added. "I'm excited to work alongside such a dedicated team to continue expanding services and improving health outcomes across our community." Erie County health commissioner Pete Schade welcomed Chaffin's leadership and deep connection to the region. "We are thrilled to welcome Troy back to Erie County," Schade said. "His extensive experience in federally qualified health centers, combined with his strong understanding of our community, makes him the right leader at the right time," Schade added. "We look forward to the continued growth and success of the Erie County Community Health Center under his leadership." The Erie County Community Health Center operates as part of the Erie County Health Department. It serves as a critical access point for care, ensuring all residents — regardless of an individual's income or insurance status — can receive comprehensive healthcare services.