
LOWVILLE, NY- The Lewis County Health System Board of Managers announces the retirement of Gerald R. Cayer, MPH, Chief Executive Officer, effective August 3, 2026.
Under Mr. Cayer's leadership, the Health System has achieved significant milestones, including navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic, the reopening of Maternity Services, and one of the most extensive capital construction projects in the Health System's history, modernizing services for the Lewis County community.
The Board of Managers will begin the search for Mr. Cayer's successor and is confident in a smooth transition and looks forward to sharing updates as the process progresses.
Gerry Cayer image via LCHS.