Learn about the governance practices, including the composition, structure and responsibilities of Cleveland Clinic's governing boards.
Successful pursuit of Cleveland Clinic’s mission depends on effective leadership. The information below explains our governance practices, and in particular, the composition, structure and responsibilities of our governing boards.
The Board of Directors is the primary governing body of Cleveland Clinic. The Board of Trustees serves in an advisory role to the Board of Directors. In addition, the Board of Governors, composed primarily of physicians, oversees the medical and surgical activity of Cleveland Clinic.
Our policies are modeled on good governance principles for nonprofit corporations, align with legal requirements and help ensure that we fulfill our mission for the benefit of the community.
The primary governing body of Cleveland Clinic.
Serves in an advisory role to the Board of Directors.
Composed primarily of physicians, this board oversees Cleveland Clinic’s medical and surgical activity.
Cleveland Clinic’s leadership manages operations under the direction of the Board of Directors.