Dr. Bryon Schaeffer, Chief Medical Officer of CRHC, has been named one of Becker’s Healthcare’s “CMOs to Know in 2026,” a national honor recognizing his leadership in clinical quality and his ongoing commitment to patient care in rural Southwest Iowa.
CLARINDA, IA - Bryon Schaeffer, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC), has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of its “Hospital and Health System Chief Medical Officers to Know in 2026.”
The national recognition highlights physician leaders who are advancing clinical quality, strengthening care teams, and shaping the future of healthcare.
Since assuming the CMO role in 2018, Dr. Schaeffer has provided leadership and oversight for CRHC’s physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing leaders, and clinical departments. He has implemented and refined medical staff policies to ensure consistent, high-quality care, support accreditation standards, and promote a culture centered on patient safety and accountability. His collaborative leadership style emphasizes communication, mentorship, and professional development, helping build strong, engaged clinical teams across the organization.
“In rural healthcare, our strength is our people,” said Dr. Schaeffer. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our physicians, providers, nurses, and staff who work every day to deliver safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to our community. I’m proud to serve alongside such an outstanding team.”
In addition to his executive responsibilities, Dr. Schaeffer remains actively involved in patient care, continuing to see patients and perform cardiac stress testing. He first joined Clarinda Medical Associates in 2014 and has played an integral role in advancing clinical excellence while supporting the dedicated healthcare professionals who serve the Clarinda community.
For more information about Clarinda Regional Health Center, visit www.clarindahealth.com.