‘Opening the door’ to emotional, spiritual needs: New CEO talks leading Christ Community Health

By , Daily Memphian Published: March 03, 2026 11:22 AM CT

“I’m incredibly passionate about the mission,” said Michael Drake, new president and CEO of Christ Community Health Services.

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Steve Bohnel is a Temple University graduate, originally from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He’s worked at news organizations in Iowa, Maryland and Pittsburgh, covering local and state politics. He covers health care, transportation and logistics, public companies, banking and finance and technology. He is an avid traveler, an Everton F.C. and Philadelphia sports fan, and likes collecting records and biking around town.


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