Grant Union graduate returns to Eastern Oregon as Morrow County Health District CEO
By Griffin Beach on Monday, July 6th, 2026 in Columbia Basin News Columbia Basin Top Stories
HEPPNER – Morrow County Health District has announced Shiloh Erven as its new CEO.
Erven grew up in northern Minnesota before moving to John Day, where he graduated from Grant Union High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Oregon State University before earning his Master of Healthcare Administration from Pacific University.
Erven worked in both physician practice management and financial management for Samaritan Health in Corvallis for the past 17 years, most recently as a healthcare executive.
“My family and I are excited to move to a smaller community; Morrow County has been welcoming and is family-oriented, which aligns with our needs,” Erven said. “I am ready to lead with a shared vision and want to hear from community members, employees and physicians to create a plan that continues to strengthen Morrow County Health District.”
Morrow County Health District Interim CEO Bob Houser says Erven was an excellent choice for the position and is excited to see where he takes the district.
“He brings the skills and innovative means to identify new revenue streams, and I feel strongly employees will benefit under his leadership,” Houser said.
Erven said he is looking forward to exploring Morrow County and learning about each community.
Shiloh Erven photo courtesy of Morrow County Health District
