BCHC Announces Changes in Key Medical Leadership Roles

By: Aprill Murphy

ALBION, Neb. (Nov. 26, 2025) –Boone County Health Center (BCHC) extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Anthony Kusek for his many years of dedicated service as Chief of Medical Staff—a role vital to the leadership and coordination of BCHC’s medical providers. Dr. Kusek most recently served 13 years in the position and previously served for several years in the late 1980s and throughout much of the 1990s, making his influence on BCHC’s medical leadership both longstanding and deeply significant. As his tenure concludes, BCHC welcomes Dr. Tami Dodds into the role.

The Chief of Medical Staff serves as a key liaison between the hospital’s administration and its medical providers, ensuring the highest quality of patient care, smooth communication, and adherence to best medical practices. In this leadership role, Dr. Kusek guided the provider team through years of change and growth, helping to shape policies, strengthen teamwork, and maintain the Health Center’s long-standing reputation for excellence.

“Dr. Kusek has led with both steadiness and compassion,” said Caleb Poore, BCHC’s CEO. “Dr. Kusek has been and continues to be a solid cornerstone for not only this facility, but for me as well in my role as CEO. We will certainly miss his leadership style, fun-loving personality, and abilities as Chief of Staff, though I am very thankful he will be continuing as part of our medical staff.”

Dr. Tami Dodds now steps into the role, bringing her own experience and dedication to leadership. “Dr. Dodds has been a valued member of our medical team for over 18 years’,” said Poore. “Dr. Dodds is one of the brightest medical minds I have the pleasure of working with, and I look forward to continuing to serve this hospital in stride with her.”

In addition to the transition in hospital leadership, BCHC also recognizes changes within its Foundation Board representation. Dr. Travis has completed two terms (eight years) serving as the medical staff representative on the Foundation Board and will be succeeded by Dr. Carlson and Kelli Ray, PA.

The Foundation Board’s medical representative plays an important role in connecting the clinical side of BCHC with the philanthropic mission of the Foundation—helping align fundraising efforts with patient care priorities and facility needs.

“Both Dr. Kusek and Dr. Travis have given countless hours to ensure that our hospital and Foundation work hand in hand,” Poore said. “We’re deeply thankful for their leadership and commitment to Boone County Health Center’s mission of providing exceptional care close to home. It’s exciting to have the fresh ideas of both Dr. Carlson, and Kelli Ray when finding new and innovative ways to elevate the hospital’s foundation.”