Legacy Health Taps New CEO to Reshape Portland Hospital Care

Dr. Susan Huang, a Providence executive, will take the helm at Legacy Health in June to stabilize operations and adapt to industry changes.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:05am by Ben Kaplan

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Legacy Health, Portland's largest hospital system, has hired Providence executive Dr. Susan Huang as its new CEO. Starting June 16, Huang is expected to steer seven hospitals and 70-plus clinics across the metro area through financial and industry turbulence, stabilize operations, build on Legacy's community roots, and adapt local care to rapid changes in health care delivery.

Why it matters

As one of the region's major healthcare providers, Legacy Health's new leadership will have a significant impact on the quality and accessibility of hospital services for Portland residents. Huang's experience at Providence could bring new strategies to address the system's financial challenges and evolve care models to meet the changing needs of the community.

The details

Dr. Susan Huang, who currently serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Providence, will take over as the new CEO of Legacy Health starting on June 16. In her new role, Huang will be responsible for overseeing Legacy's seven hospitals and more than 70 clinics across the Portland metro area. She is expected to focus on stabilizing the system's operations, strengthening its community ties, and adapting its care delivery to keep pace with rapid changes in the healthcare industry.

  • Dr. Huang will start as Legacy Health's new CEO on June 16, 2026.
  • Legacy Health is Portland's largest hospital system.

The players

Dr. Susan Huang

The new CEO of Legacy Health, who is currently the Chief Clinical Officer at Providence.

Legacy Health

Portland's largest hospital system, with seven hospitals and more than 70 clinics across the metro area.

Providence

A major healthcare provider where Dr. Huang currently serves as the Chief Clinical Officer.

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What’s next

Dr. Huang's appointment as Legacy Health's new CEO on June 16 will be a key moment to watch as the system works to stabilize operations and adapt to industry changes.

The takeaway

Legacy Health's selection of Dr. Susan Huang, a seasoned Providence executive, as its new CEO signals the system's intent to navigate financial and operational challenges while strengthening its community-focused approach to healthcare delivery in the Portland metro area.