Ed Hubel, FACHE

Ed Hubel, FACHE, joined Baptist Health in 1996 and has more than 30 years of leadership experience with the health system. He was named interim hospital president of Baptist Medical Center Clay in July 2023 and became hospital president in January 2024.

Under Hubel’s leadership, Baptist Clay has continued to strengthen its focus on quality, safety, service excellence and patient experience. In its first year of eligibility, Baptist Clay earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and has been voted “Best Medical Center” by local residents. In 2026, Hubel was recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of its “240 Community Hospital CEOs to Know,” recognizing his leadership and commitment to advancing high-quality care and serving the community.

Prior to Baptist Clay, Hubel served for seven years as president of Baptist Medical Center Nassau. During his tenure, Baptist Nassau earned 14 consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group and was recognized as a “Top Hospital.” Hubel also received the ACHE Distinguished Service Award, the highest service recognition presented by the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).

Throughout his career at Baptist Health, Hubel has held a variety of operational and leadership roles, including assistant administrator of operations, surgical services administrator, director of patient care operations and service-line leader for Baptist Health Orthopedics. Prior to beginning his career in health care, he worked in the aviation industry.

Hubel is board certified in healthcare management and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). He earned a Bachelor of Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Columbia Southern University. He is also a Fellow of the Advisory Board.

At the heart of Hubel’s leadership philosophy is a passion for service excellence and delivering top-decile care by creating meaningful moments and genuine connections with people. He believes exceptional experiences are built one interaction at a time, by listening, connecting and ensuring people feel valued, respected and cared for. This commitment extends to every relationship he serves: patients and families, team members, the organization, the community and his family.

His commitment to community service is an extension of this philosophy. Hubel serves on the Clay County Chamber of Commerce board and is actively involved with nonprofit organizations throughout Clay County. He mentors young people through the Boys & Girls Club and supports the development of future health care leaders through ACHE, local colleges and other health care organizations.

Hubel and his wife, Kristie, live in Fleming Island with their goldendoodle, Lilly. Grounded in servant leadership, faith and community, he believes leadership begins with serving others, building meaningful relationships and making a positive difference in the lives of those he serves. Outside of work, he enjoys reading, sports, fishing, music and journaling.