Leadership and Key Staff

Leadership at CHKD supports the efforts of its clinicians, providers, and staff to promote the best care possible to our patients and their families. Learn more about our leadership team at the links below.

Amy Sampson

President and Chief Executive Officer at CHKD

Amy Sampson serves as the President and CEO of CHKD Health System, guiding the organization with a focus on pediatric health and well-being. Since joining in 1990, she has led critical, long-term strategic initiatives, strengthening CHKD's position as a national leader in specialized children's care.

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Christopher Foley, MD

Senior VP and Chief Clinical Operations Officer

Dr. Christopher Foley serves as CHKD’s Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Operations Officer, bringing more than 27 years of dedicated service to CHKD. In his role, Dr. Foley ensures the highest standards of patient care across all medical and surgical specialties throughout the health system.

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Kathy Abshire

Senior VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer

Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Kathy Abshire leads the financial strategy and oversight for CHKD and affiliated entities, bringing more than 30 years of healthcare and nonprofit financial leadership experience.

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Kimberly Day

Senior VP and Chief Legal Officer

Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, Kimberly Day provides strategic legal oversight for CHKD, the CHKD Foundation, and affiliated entities, bringing deep expertise in healthcare law, compliance, and health system operations.

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John Becker | Vice President Mental Health Service Line and Clinical Practice Management
Kamil Cak | Vice President Experience of Care
Tara Estabrooks | Vice President, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Dr. John Harrington | Vice President, Quality/Safety and Clinical Integration
Dennis Lee | Chief Digital Information Officer
Dr. Eric Lowe | Chief Clinical Academic Officer, CHKD Health System
Kristi McGowin | Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services
Dr. Robert Obermeyer | Vice President, Chief of Surgery
Dr. Carl Petersen | Chief of Mental Health Services
Taylor Priest | President of The King's Daughters
Jordy Rabinowitz | Chief Human Resources Officer
Bryant Thomas | Vice President of Advancement

Leadership and key staff from CHKD gather for a group photo at the Darden Award ceremony at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott on November 20, 2024.

Recognized for Decades of Leadership

On November 20, the CIVIC Leadership Institute presented the 2024 Corporate Darden Award to CHKD for its decades of leadership in improving the quality of life in Hampton Roads.