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The Gold Standard | A Message from Dr. Richard Becker, CEO
As we welcome the month of June, I want to take a moment to recognize an extraordinary achievement for Aspen Valley Health and to thank the many individuals who contribute every day to the exceptional care available in our community…
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Aspen Valley Health earns Level III Trauma Redesignation, recognized as “gold standard” by state review team
Aspen Valley Health (AVH) has earned recertification as a Level III Trauma Center from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)—receiving extraordinary praise from state reviewers, who described the program as the “gold standard” for Level III trauma programs in Colorado…
A Letter to Our Community | A Message from Dr. Richard Becker, CEO
As we welcome the month of May, we’re excited to share several meaningful milestones and moments of recognition across Aspen Valley Health…
Aspen Valley Health Names Michelle Gelroth Chief Transformation Officer
Aspen Valley Health (AVH) today announced the promotion of Michelle Gelroth to Chief Transformation Officer. In this newly established executive role, Gelroth will lead enterprise-wide transformation initiatives designed to…
Aspen Valley Health welcomes Aspen Medical Care into its Primary Care network, strengthening access across the Roaring Fork Valley
Aspen Valley Health (AVH) today announced that Aspen Medical Care (AMC), a long-standing independent primary care practice serving the Roaring Fork Valley since 1997, will…
Aspen Valley Health launches Epic Connect partnership, pioneering new collaboration model for rural hospitals
Aspen Valley Health (AVH) has launched a new Epic Connect partnership that could help reshape how independent rural hospitals access advanced healthcare technology while…
Elevating Care for Our Valley | A Message from Dr. Richard Becker, CEO
As the new CEO of Aspen Valley Health, I am reminded every day that our hospital and clinics are far more than healthcare facilities—they are an essential part of the fabric of…
A New Vision for Our Community | A Message from AVH’s New CEO, Dr. Richard Becker
Greetings, Aspen, and the entire Roaring Fork Valley! I am just a few weeks into the role of CEO at Aspen Valley Health and am already incredibly impressed with not only the…
Aspen Valley Health Announces Dr. Richard Becker as New Chief Executive Officer
The Aspen Valley Health Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Richard Becker as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 26, 2026. Dr. Becker brings…
Reflecting on a Season of Joy, Gratitude and Bidding Farewell | A Message From CEO Dave Ressler
The holiday season is a very special time of year for me, with its prelude starting as soon as the leaves start to change. I find joy in our favorite traditions, spending time…
Trusting Your Gut | A Message from CEO Dave Ressler
It seems my gut plays a critical role in how I live my life, as illustrated by the many popular phrases such as, “I have a gut feeling, and “That took guts,” and many other…
Celebrating Our Legacy, Building Our Future | A Message from CEO Dave Ressler
I and over 100 others thoroughly enjoyed our Healthcare in Aspen: A Journey Through Time event a couple weeks ago. On this special night, past and present staff, physicians, board…