Kaiser Permanente Names New President of Northern California Region

Mike Bowers to oversee operations for 21 hospitals and 203 medical offices, serving 4.6 million members

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Kaiser Permanente has named Mike Bowers as the new president of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals in Northern California. Bowers has served as the region's interim president since February 2025 and previously held leadership roles at other major health systems. In his new role, Bowers will oversee operations for 21 hospitals and 203 medical offices, as well as the health care and coverage of 4.6 million Kaiser Permanente members in Northern California.

Why it matters

Bowers' appointment comes at a critical time for Kaiser Permanente as the health care provider aims to strengthen its operational performance, expand collaboration with its medical group, and enhance the overall member experience in Northern California, one of its largest and most important regions.

The details

Under Bowers' interim leadership, the Northern California region achieved significant improvements in care quality, patient safety, and affordability through an innovative care delivery redesign process. The region also earned national recognition, receiving seven prestigious Beacon Awards from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses for exceptional patient care and a supportive work environment.

  • Bowers has served as the region's interim president since February 2025.
  • Bowers joined Kaiser Permanente in 2022 as senior vice president for health plan and hospital operations in Northern California.

The players

Mike Bowers

The new president of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals in Northern California, overseeing operations for 21 hospitals and 203 medical offices, as well as the health care and coverage of 4.6 million Kaiser Permanente members.

Craig T. Albanese, MD

The president of Integrated Care and Coverage at Kaiser Permanente, who praised Bowers' leadership and ability to deliver meaningful results.

Kaiser Permanente

A leading health care provider and not-for-profit health plan, committed to helping shape the future of health care and providing high-quality, affordable health care services to its members and the communities it serves.

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What they’re saying

“Mike's leadership has strengthened our operational performance, expanded our joint efforts with The Permanente Medical Group, and elevated the experience we provide to our members.”

— Craig T. Albanese, MD, President, Integrated Care and Coverage, Kaiser Permanente (contracostaherald.com)

The takeaway

Bowers' appointment as the new president of Kaiser Permanente's Northern California region underscores the health care provider's commitment to strengthening its operational performance, enhancing member experience, and driving innovation in care delivery to better serve its 4.6 million members in the region.