Published on July 01, 2026

Bronson Healthcare Announces Medical Staff Leadership Updates to Board of Directors

Kalamazoo, Mich. — Bronson Healthcare has announced updates to its medical staff leadership representation on the Board of Directors, recognizing the physicians who provide clinical insight and perspective for the locally governed health system. The following two-year appointments are effective July 1:

  • Robert Nicholson IV, MD, has been appointed the System Chief of Staff. He recently served as Vice System Chief of Staff.
  • Jennifer Timmons, MD, joins the Board as System Vice Chief of Staff.
  • William Workman, DO, concludes his term as Chief of Staff, after serving on the Board since 2022.

“Medical staff leadership on the board provides an important connection between Bronson’s governance and the physicians who care for patients across the health system,” says Board Chair James Liggins, Jr. “Bronson is fortunate to have outstanding physician leaders who bring clinical expertise, thoughtful perspective and a deep commitment to advancing the health of our communities. We are grateful for Dr. Nicholson’s and Dr. Timmons’ leadership and for the important voice they bring to our board. We also extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Workman for his dedicated service and many contributions to Bronson.”

Bronson Healthcare’s Board of Directors includes the following members:

Richard Allen, MD; Lynn Chen-Zhang; Genevieve Coleman; Scott Gibson, MD; Jorge Gonzalez, PhD; Katharine Werme Hermsen; Kellie Hoffman; Brenda Hunt; Nelson Karre; Russ Kavalhuna; James Liggins, Jr.; Steven Lins, MD; Grace Lubwama, MPH, DPPD; Bill Manns; Robert Nicholson IV, MD; Neil Nyberg; Michael Odar; Donald Parfet; Honorable Namita Sharma; Erick Stewart; Jennifer Timmons, MD; L. Marshall Washington, PhD; and Rachel Parfet Worgess.

About Bronson Methodist Hospital

Bronson Methodist Hospital, the flagship of Bronson Healthcare, is located at 601 John St. in downtown Kalamazoo, Mich. Now celebrating 125 years, Bronson advances its Health and Harmony brand promise by delivering coordinated, compassionate care that helps people and communities thrive. Recognized by Premier, Inc. as the No. 1 academic medical center in the nation, Bronson Methodist Hospital offers 434 licensed beds, all‑private rooms, and comprehensive specialty care, with advanced capabilities in critical care as a Level I Trauma Center; in neurological care as a Joint Commission certified Comprehensive Stroke Center; in cardiac care as one of the nation’s 50 top cardiovascular hospitals; in obstetrics as the leading BirthPlace and only high‑risk pregnancy and birthing center in southwest Michigan; and in pediatrics as one of only six children's hospitals in the state. Bronson Healthcare is recognized across the state and nationally for exceptional quality care by Healthgrades, Fortune and Premier, Inc., and ranked as a top employer by Forbes, Newsweek and the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).