MIDDLETOWN, NY (May 13, 2026) — Garnet Health Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Chetan Patel and Joyce Timko to its board of trustees. Both will support the organization’s continued mission and strategic growth. 

Chetan Patel, hospitality developer at KP Hotels, graduated from Bentley University with a Bachelor of Science in finance. A lifelong resident of Orange County, New York, Patel brings more than four decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Throughout his career, he has been deeply rooted in the community, contributing to regional growth through development, job creation and longstanding relationships across the Hudson Valley.

Joyce Timko, chief operating officer at Garnet Health, holds a Bachelor of Science in radiology from Quinnipiac University and a Master of Business Administration from Mount Saint Mary College. In her role, she provides executive oversight for multiple areas of Garnet Health’s operations. She also leads efforts to formalize and expand several key service lines, supporting the organization’s growth and commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Chetan and Joyce to the Garnet Health Foundation Board of Trustees,” said Pamela Yosh, president of Garnet Health Foundation. “Their leadership and experience will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen healthcare services and expand our impact in the communities we serve.”

Garnet Health Foundation’s mission is to secure philanthropic support for the advancement of exceptional healthcare at Garnet Health Medical Center through advocacy, fundraising, integrity and stewardship of contributions. The Foundation is committed to enhancing patient care and supporting the future of healthcare throughout the Hudson Valley.

To learn more about Garnet Health Foundation or to make a donation, please visit garnethealth.org/giving/foundation.  

About Garnet Health Foundation 
Garnet Health is a New York State not-for-profit corporation headquartered in Middletown, New York, approximately 60 miles northwest of New York City. It is the corporate parent of Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills, Garnet Health Doctors, Garnet Health Urgent Care, Garnet Health Foundation and Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills. Garnet Health employs more than 4,000 professionals and over 850 medical staff members.
Garnet Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization whose sole purpose is to encourage philanthropic support for Garnet Health Medical Center. Funds raised through the Foundation’s activities are used to acquire state-of-the-art medical equipment and support a wide range of healthcare programs for patients and the community. To learn more, visit garnethealth.org.