Ryan Thousand
CIO
Dahl Memorial Healthcare
Born and raised in a rural community, I have dedicated my life to improving healthcare in underserved areas. Growing up, I witnessed firsthand the challenges rural families face in accessing care, as my father served as the only dentist in our small town. These experiences instilled in me a deep commitment to ensuring that rural communities have access to the quality healthcare they deserve.
Now serving as the Chief Information Officer for Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association in Ekalaka, Montana, I bring over 25 years of experience in healthcare IT and innovation. My career has been defined by a passio