Robert Palussek Named CEO of Legacy Community Health

Robert Palussek, CEO, Legacy Community Health・Photo Credit: Legacy Community Health

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HOUSTON, June 9, 2025 (VSNewsNetwork.com) — Healthcare provider Legacy Community Health has appointed Robert Palussek as Chief Executive Officer. Palussek previously served as the organization’s Chief Operating Officer and has held the role of interim CEO for the past seven months.

Palussek’s appointment follows a formal selection process conducted by the Board of Directors. He brings more than 20 years of experience in healthcare operations, finance, and business development.

“Since stepping into the interim CEO role in November, Robert has demonstrated steady leadership and a deep commitment to the values that define our organization. Under his guidance, we have continued to deliver high-quality care, support our frontline teams, and strengthen our community impact,” said Ryan Martin, Legacy Services Board Chair.

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“I am honored to lead Legacy into the future with a continued focus on high quality healthcare services and an exceptional patient experience for more than 200,000 patients who trust us with their care. It’s an exciting time at Legacy as we are set to open two new clinics in 2026 in Acres Homes and Pasadena, funded by a more than $50 million gift from Houston Methodist,” said Palussek.

Legacy Community Health operates more than 60 locations, including 37 school-based clinics, across the Texas Gulf Coast. The organization delivers services in primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, dental, HIV/AIDS care, vision, specialty care, and pharmacy, according to the company. Legacy is a United Way affiliated agency and has provided healthcare access for over four decades regardless of patients’ ability to pay.

For more information, visit www.legacycommunityhealth.org.

Source: Legacy Community Health