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# Dr. Steven J. Packer Named to the Becker’s Hospital Review list of “125 Physician Leaders of Hospitals and Health Systems”

 Oct 1, 2013

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![SPacker.jpg](https://www.norcal-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website/News/SPacker.jpg?width=150&name=SPacker.jpg "SPacker.jpg")Steven J. Packer, MD, president and CEO of Community Hospital Foundation and its related companies, including Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula, and director of NORCAL Mutual Insurance Company and Medicus Insurance Company, has been named to the Becker’s Hospital Review “125 Physician Leaders of Hospitals and Health Systems.” Physician leaders are chosen based on their healthcare experience, accolades and commitment to quality care. Dr. Packer has led the Community Hospital Foundation since January 1999. He previously served as chief of staff and was medical director of the Community Hospital’s intensive care unit for 11 years. He is also the immediate past chair of the California Hospital Association. “We congratulate Steve on being recognized among the top national physician leaders in hospitals and health care systems. His leadership and commitment to the quality of care is exceptional and this honor is well deserved,” Scott Diener, president for NORCAL Group said.

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