On Tuesday, Anthony L. Jordan Health (Jordan Health), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), announced three key executive leadership appointments that will strengthen the organization’s leadership team and support its continued commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible, and equitable healthcare.
“Strong organizations are built on strong leadership, a shared vision, and a commitment to putting people first,” said Natasha Jackson, President and CEO of Anthony L. Jordan Health. “As we move forward, these appointments represent an important investment in the future of Jordan Health. Each leader brings tremendous experience, expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence that will help us build a stronger organization and better position us to serve our patients and community.”
The new executive leadership appointments include:
Louise Vella
Vice President of People and Culture Transformation
Louise Vella brings more than 20 years of progressive human resources leadership experience, primarily within healthcare organizations, including Unity Health System and Rochester Regional Health. Her background includes human resources, quality improvement, organizational effectiveness, and workforce development. She is passionate about strengthening the employee experience, supporting leaders and their teams, and advancing staff development and education. In her new role, Louise will help us strengthen our organizational culture, enhance employee engagement, support leadership development, and build a workplace where our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Her professional credentials include certifications in human resources through SHRM, Lean, and Six Sigma Green Belt, and she is a certified DiSC instructor.
Melanie Murphy
Chief Medical Officer
Melanie Murphy brings more than 15 years of clinical experience and leadership to Jordan Health. A dual-certified Nurse Practitioner, Melanie has served Jordan Health since 2012 in several important clinical leadership capacities, including Clinical Nurse Practitioner and Department Chief of the MAAT Clinic and Department Chief of Primary Care at the Woodward Health Center. Her extensive experience includes clinical operations, quality improvement, development of clinical protocols, and expansion of healthcare services throughout the Rochester community. She has played an instrumental role in developing satellite clinics, advancing medication-assisted treatment programs, mentoring emerging healthcare professionals, and supporting evidence-based clinical practices. As Chief Medical Officer, Melanie Murphy will provide clinical leadership and help advance our commitment to high-quality, patient safety, accountability, and excellence in care delivery. Melanie Murphy will assume duties as Chief Medical Officer on November 30, 2026.
Jennifer Gaffey
Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer Gaffey will be joining Jordan Health as our new Chief Financial Officer. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Jennifer brings financial leadership and accounting experience, including her service as Controller at Heritage Christian Services. Her experience will be valuable as we continue strengthening our financial operations, improving fiscal accountability, enhancing financial oversight, and positioning Jordan Health for long-term financial sustainability. She brings to Jordan Health more than 20 years of progressive financial leadership. Jennifer Gaffey will assume her role on November 30, 2026.