SPOONER, WI — For an impressive 35 years and counting, Mike Schafer has led Spooner Health as the Chief Executive Officer. At the inaugural Rewiring Healthcare: Foundation to Future Conference, held April 28–29 in Atlanta, GA, Healthcare Plus Solutions Group® (HSPG) recognized leaders and organizations that are advancing meaningful, measurable change across healthcare.
Spooner Health is proud to announce that Mike received one of the most meaningful awards at this conference, the Legacy in Leadership award. Mike was nominated by HPSG RN and Partner, Lisa Reich, who has worked with Mike for the past decade.
“Under Mike’s leadership, the organization has achieved exceptional results in both employee engagement and patient perception of care,” writes Lisa in Mike’s nomination. “Beyond the hospital, Mike is a pillar of the community. He is active in local and state events and policies and stays engaged in the broader healthcare landscape well beyond his own walls. But what you really come to understand about Mike once you get to know him is that he is one of the humblest CEOs you will ever meet. His whole orientation is centered on the people he leads - those who care for patients. Mike always credits his team and empowers them to greatness. Thirty-five plus years. Exceptional results. And the kind of humility that makes people want to follow him. That is a legacy.”
ABOUT THE AWARD: Legacy in Leadership
The Legacy in Leadership Award recognizes individuals whose enduring contributions have shaped the culture, values, and success of the organization. This award honors leaders who have mentored others, inspired excellence, and left a lasting impact through their vision, integrity, and commitment to developing future leaders.
Please join the team at Spooner Health in congratulating Mike on this incredible accomplishment. To learn more about Spooner Health, click here.
Spooner Health
Spooner Health is a 25-bed critical access hospital offering a wide range of services from emergency and inpatient care to outpatient therapy, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and more. Spooner Health is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care that puts people first. Spooner Health is proud to be rated in the 99th percentile for organizational pride and workplace satisfaction, creating an environment where both patients and staff thrive.
Last Update: Jul 31, 2026 10:43 am CDT
