September 4, 2025
Dr. James Kravec, MD
Chief Clinical Officer, Mercy Health
“Catholic Health Care and Ethical and Religious Directives”
Biography
Dr. James Kravec serves as Chief Clinical Officer for Mercy Health’s Lorain and Youngstown markets, leading over 2,000 physicians and clinicians across five hospitals, two medical groups, and affiliated networks. He also serves as System Medical Director for graduate medical education, overseeing 600 residents across seven markets. A Youngstown native, Dr. Kravec earned his M.D. from NEOMED and completed his internal medicine residency at Summa Health. He is board certified in internal medicine and hospice and palliative care and currently pursuing an MBA at Youngstown State. Since joining Mercy Health in 2005, he’s held numerous leadership roles, including President of Mercy Health Physicians Youngstown. He also serves as Medical Director for Mahoning County Public Health. Dr. Kravec has received multiple alumni and healthcare leadership awards. He lives in Canfield, Ohio, with his wife, Dr. Cynthia Kravec, and their four children.