BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Crawford County Public Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Todd Strickland of Bucyrus, Ohio, to the Crawford County Board of Health.   Dr. Strickland, a physician with Avita Health System, was officially approved by the District Advisory Council and will begin serving immediately.

Dr. Strickland is a graduate of Bucyrus High School and received his medical degree from Medical College of Ohio (Toledo).  He has over 25 years of experience in public health, community wellness, and clinical care that will support the Board of Health’s work in guiding public health policies, programs, and strategic priorities for Crawford County.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Strickland to the Board of Health,” said Kate Siefert, Health Commissioner.  “His expertise and deep dedication to the wellbeing of our residents will strengthen our efforts to address current health needs and plan proactively for the future.”

In his role, Dr. Strickland will help oversee public health initiatives including community health assessment and planning, disease prevention, environmental health oversight, emergency preparedness, and policy development. His term will run through March 2029.

“I am honored to join the Crawford County Board of Health,” said Dr. Strickland. “I look forward to working collaboratively with the board and county partners to support a healthier community for everyone.”

The Crawford County Board of Health meets monthly and is responsible for setting direction for Crawford County Public Health, ensuring compliance with state public health standards, and supporting the mission to educate, empower, and improve the quality of life for the Crawford County Community. In addition to Dr. Strickland, the Board of Health members include Zach Wolfe, Dean Sipe, Jodi Keller, Phyllis Crall, Garnet “Sis” Love and Scott Woodworth.  The next regularly scheduled Board of Health meeting is December 10, 2025, 4:30pm, at Crawford County Public Health, 1520 Isaac Beal Rd., Bucyrus. 

To learn more about Crawford County Public Health, visit their website at crawfordhealth.org .  To learn more about Avita Health System and the services provided by their physicians and staff, visit:  avitahealth.org.