Jane Garcia Announces Retirement as La Clinica CEO in 2026
BREAKING NEWS: La Clinica’s long-serving CEO, Jane Garcia, has just announced her retirement effective March 31, 2026, after nearly 50 years of dedicated service. This significant leadership change is set to reshape the future of one of the Bay Area’s most trusted community health systems.
In a statement released earlier today, Garcia expressed her deep gratitude for the opportunity to lead La Clinica, which serves nearly 83,000 patients annually across 35 locations in Alameda, Contra Costa, and Solano Counties. “Serving La Clinica and our communities has been the honor of my life,” Garcia stated. Her commitment to patient-centered care has positioned La Clinica as a vital resource for health in the region.
La Clinica’s Board of Directors will initiate a formal recruitment process to identify Garcia’s successor, ensuring a seamless transition and the continuity of the organization’s mission. Garcia stated, “I will be part of the transition to ensure that La Clinica’s mission and commitment remain unwavering.”
As La Clinica grows, the community’s voice will remain central to its operations. “The majority of our Board of Directors are La Clinica patients,” Garcia emphasized, reaffirming the organization’s dedication to community involvement in decision-making.
Under Garcia’s leadership, La Clinica has expanded its workforce to 1,200 employees and has forged strong partnerships with community allies and health advocates. This collaborative approach has not only strengthened La Clinica but has also contributed to the establishment of influential organizations such as the Community Health Center Network and California Primary Care Association.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on maintaining La Clinica’s trajectory of growth and service excellence, with Garcia pledging her support during the transition period. “Together, we’ve built strong partnerships that continue to strengthen our impact,” she said, highlighting the collective efforts that have shaped La Clinica’s success.
As this news develops, stakeholders and community members are eager to see who will step into Garcia’s substantial shoes and lead La Clinica into its next chapter. For now, the health system remains committed to serving the diverse needs of its patients and the broader community.
Stay tuned as we continue to follow this story and provide updates on the search for La Clinica’s next CEO.
