Richland, Mo. — The Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of DawnElyn Schneider as Chief Executive Officer.
Schneider has served as Interim CEO, providing steady leadership while advancing COMC's mission to deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare throughout central Missouri. Following a comprehensive evaluation of her leadership and the organization's continued success, the Board of Directors unanimously appointed Schneider to the permanent role of CEO.
"DawnElyn has consistently demonstrated the vision, integrity, and dedication needed to lead Central Ozarks Medical Center into the future," said Tom Reagan, President of the COMC Board of Directors. "Throughout her time as Interim CEO, she has earned the confidence of our Board, our leadership team, and our employees. Her unwavering commitment to our mission and the communities we serve made this decision an easy one. We are excited to officially welcome her as Chief Executive Officer and look forward to the continued growth and innovation she will bring to COMC."
Schneider has been an integral member of the COMC leadership team for many years, helping expand services, strengthen community partnerships, and improve access to care across the region. Her leadership reflects a deep commitment to patient-centered care and ensuring rural communities have access to the healthcare services they need.
"I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as CEO of Central Ozarks Medical Center," said Schneider. "COMC has an incredible team of compassionate, dedicated employees who make a difference in the lives of our patients every day. I look forward to continuing to work alongside them as we build on our mission, expand access to care, and strengthen the health of the communities we are privileged to serve."
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, COMC provides comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, optometry, and pharmacy services throughout central Missouri. Under Schneider's leadership, the organization will continue its focus on expanding access to care, investing in innovative healthcare solutions, and improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
About Central Ozarks Medical Center
COMC was founded in 1979 and is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to individuals and families across Pulaski, Camden, Miller, Laclede, and Morgan counties. COMC provides a wide range of services including family practice, OB/GYN, pediatrics, dental, vision, behavioral and mental health, substance use disorder treatment, as well as assistance with insurance and access to critical community resources such as housing, employment, food, and other supports that help reduce barriers to care.
In 2025, COMC proudly served 24,451 patients through more than 94,000 billable visits and over 120,000 total visits. Recognized at both the state and federal levels as a high-performing health center focused on quality and accessibility, COMC continues to expand its mission of providing comprehensive and accessible care to all. For more information about Central Ozarks Medical Center and its services, visit www.centralozarks.org or call 877-406-2662.