Providence announces new chief operating officer, and more | MED MOVES

Darryl A. Elmouchi, MD, has been named the new chief operating officer of the Providence Health System.

Darryl A. Elmouchi, MD

Elmouchi will begin his new role Jan. 2. He’ll succeed Erik Wexler, who will step into his new role as president and chief executive officer of Providence on Jan. 1.

Elmouchi serves as COO of Corewell Health in Michigan, a system of 21 hospitals, more than 300 outpatient locations and a health plan with 1.3 million members.

“Providence’s commitment to innovation, excellence, affordable health care and its demonstrated Mission of service were incredibly compelling to me,” Elmouchi said in a statement. “I look forward to helping drive improvements that transform health care. It’s truly an exciting time to join this dynamic organization.”

Wexler described Elmouchi as “a visionary who understands the importance of blending compassionate care with innovation and operational performance.”

“Following an extensive nationwide search, it was clear that Dr. Elmouchi's unique background as a physician and proven track record of successfully leading operational transformation, improving patient outcomes and fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity, is a perfect fit for our organization,” Wexler said.

Providence operates 51 hospitals and more than 1,100 clinics.

Alison Flynn Gaffney

Banner Health appoints CEO of two hospitals

Alison Flynn Gaffney has been named the chief executive officer of two Banner Health hospitals with a total of nearly 900 beds.

Flynn Gaffney will lead Banner–University Medical Center Tucson and Banner–University Medical Center South. She’ll take on the new responsibilities on Dec. 2.

Todd Werner, president of acute care delivery for Banner Health, said Flynn Gaffney is well suited to the post.

“She is highly accomplished, action-oriented, and committed to developing great teams and teamwork,” Flynn Gaffney said in a statement. “She is community-focused and believes in fostering an organizational culture that allows great things to happen.”

Flynn Gaffney said in a statement that she recognizes the importance of both hospitals to the Tucson area.

"I share with the talented Banner teams a commitment to provide high-quality, compassionate care and improve the life of every person we serve,” Flynn Gaffney said in a statement. “Educating future caregivers and advancing medicine through innovation are additional ways Banner is making a difference in people's lives, and I look forward to collaborating with our partners at the University of Arizona in these mission areas.”

Banner-University Medical Center Tucson is licensed for 649 beds, while Banner-University Medical Center South offers 245 beds.

Flynn Gaffney served as president of the health care division of JLL, a Chicago-based global real estate and investment management company. Previously, she was the chief operating officer of hospitals and clinics at the University of Utah Health System.

Dana Bledsoe

Ochsner Children chooses new CEO

Dana Bledsoe has been named the new chief executive officer of Ochsner Health.

Bledsoe began serving as CEO on Nov. 18.

Vincent “Butch” Adolph, MD, chief medical officer for Ochsner Children’s, said Bledsoe’s appointment reflects the organization’s mission.

“Under Dana’s leadership, we will continue to build upon our successes, ensuring that every child receives the highest quality of care available.”

Bledsoe began her career as a nurse at Children's Hospital in Denver, and she’s held a host of roles at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Texas Children's Hospital, and CHOC Children’s in Orange County, California.

She also served as the inaugural president for Ascension Sacred Heart Health System's Children's & Women's Hospital. Bledsoe also served as president of Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando, Florida.

Bledsoe said she is “full of gratitude” to be part of Ochsner Children’s.

“Pediatrics is not just about treating young patients; it’s about nurturing their dreams, supporting their families, and creating a healthier future for them,” she said in a statement. “My journey from nurse to CEO has been guided by the countless moments shared with children and their families, where every encounter strengthened my commitment to this mission.”

Sreekanth Chaguturu

CVS Health names president of health care delivery

Sreekanth Chaguturu, MD has been named CVS Health’s president of health care delivery.

Chaguturu adds that title to his current roles of executive vice president and chief medical officer of CVS Health. He succeeds Mike Pykosz, who has decided to leave the company.

“Health Care Delivery connects the dots for the people we care for, as we provide better care in our Oak Street Health clinics, in our pharmacies at MinuteClinic and at home through Signify Health,” Chaguturu said in a statement. “We will continue to keep our patients front and center of every decision we make.”

Previously, Chaguturu served as chief population health officer of Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in Massachusetts. He is a practicing internal medicine physician at Massachusetts General Hospital.

David Joyner, president and CEO of CVS Health, said, “Sree has served as a trusted advisor to our clients, their members and CVS Health colleagues, consistently demonstrating our commitment to patients.”

CVS Health also is touting growth in its healthcare delivery operations. The company said Aetna members served by Signify Health have nearly doubled over the past year.