Executive Team

K. Jeffrey Hill, President & Chief Executive Officer

Jeff believes what Churchill proclaimed, “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” Since arriving at Midwest Medical Center, Jeff has inspired a very dedicated healthcare team and hospital board to embrace change in order to help the organization realize a vision of healthcare service excellence, and to create a model of healthcare delivery that focuses on individual-centered care. As the person ultimately responsible for the organization’s leadership, strategy, financial responsibility and social mission, Jeff is committed to bringing the very best that healthcare can offer to the people and communities the hospital serves.

Grant Westenfelder, MD, FACP, FIDSA, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Grant Westenfelder completed his Fellowship in Infectious Diseases as well as his Medical Residency at Northwestern University where he also obtained his MD and BS in Medicine.  Previous to his position as Chief Medical Officer for Midwest Medical Center, he served as a leader at many Chicago area health care organizations. Additionally, Dr. Westenfelder became a physician shareholder for the Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, IA from 1994-2000.  In his role as Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Westenfelder is the liaison between the medical staff and administration, facilitating efficient and effective delivery of medical care. His duties include strategic planning, program development, identifying the hospital's areas for development and working to implement the rural residency program with the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford and the National Center for Rural Health Professions.

Tracy Bauer, Chief Financial Officer

A member of the Executive Management Team, Tracy is responsible for helping to manage the overall financial health of the hospital and healthcare center. She prepares budgets, financial statements and other key financial reports. She also develops and monitors credit policy and other business office practices to make sure the hospital receives appropriate reimbursement for the services that are provided. Tracy believes that a small rural hospital is critical to the well-being of the community it serves, and she is committed to Midwest Medical Center's continued growth and success.

Deb Hoppman, RN, Chief Nurse Officer

Deb enjoys making a difference in the life of patients, “whether it’s providing direct, hands-on care, or offering guidance in making decisions which best meet the needs of everyone involved.” She oversees day-to-day operations throughout all patient care departments, and also ensures that care is provided according to policies and procedures, and all federal and state guidelines. Deb has been with the organization for over 15 years and she enjoys the family-oriented environment. She believes that working in a community hospital “allows for more autonomy and enables us to provide exceptional personal care to our patients.”

Melissa Conley, Human Resources Director

Melissa takes care of the people who take care of the patients at Midwest Medical Center and Galena-Stauss Senior Care Community. She enjoys working with such a diverse group of employees. Melissa’s mission is simple, “To treat others the way you want them to treat you.” She has the opportunity to put this into action every day whether she’s explaining benefits, helping with a personal problem, or making the work environment a little more enjoyable. “I’m here for the employees,” she says. “That’s a privilege.”

Steve Busch, Chief Operating Officer / Laboratory Director

Steve oversees a number of departments within the organization including Maintenance, Housekeeping, Physical Therapy, and Fitness and also serves as Laboratory Director. He believes that quality healthcare can be delivered in a community hospital just as well as in a large urban hospital. Through our CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement) process, we strive to “continually improve” our services to the community.