Leadership

In addition to a local community/business-based Board of Directors, Marshall Medical Center is led by a chief executive team complemented by division Vice Presidents across all major areas, from patient care to employee services.

Siri Nelson, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Siri began her career in healthcare accounting and finance for rural hospitals in Northern California. She served as Chief Financial Officer and Interim CEO at Sutter Amador Hospital in Jackson; Chief Administrative Officer at Sutter Lakeside in Lakeport; and since 2017, as Chief Executive Officer at South Meadows Medical Center in Reno. Siri is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and chairs the American Hospital Association’s section for Small & Rural Hospitals.

Shannon Truesdell, RN, Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Shannon began her career at Marshall in 1989, as manager of Surgical Services. She held a number of progressively responsible nursing leadership positions and was named Assistant Administrator in 2000 and became Chief Operating Officer in 2011. Shannon earned her bachelor of science in nursing from San Francisco State University and a master’s in public administration – health services, from the University of San Francisco. She’s a member of the American Organization of Nurse Executives and the Association of California Nurse Leaders..

Laurie Eldridge, Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Laurie joined Marshall in 1990 and has held a number of positions during her tenure, including senior accountant and controller. She was promoted to CFO in 2003. An El Dorado County resident since 1980, Laurie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in managerial economics at UC Davis. Laurie is a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).

Brian Goldsmith, MD, Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

A radiation oncologist, Dr. Goldsmith received his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences and completed his residency at UC San Francisco. He is also a member of the California National Guard and serves as a brigade surgeon to the 40th Infantry Division. In his role, Dr. Goldsmith provides leadership and expertise in support of the hospital and ambulatory quality and improvement initiatives, clinical effectiveness and patient safety and satisfaction.

Kathy Krejci, RN, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Kathy began her career at Marshall as a registered nurse in the medical-surgical unit. She progressed into leadership when was promoted to Director of Patient Care Services and then to Chief Nursing Officer in 2011. Kathy holds a Master's Degree in Health Services Administration.