With a passion for leveraging technology to enhance patient care and streamline healthcare processes, Ellen Wiegand is proud to serve as the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at VCU Health System. Her focus is on creating innovative IT solutions that support the mission of our organization, providing world-class care to the community.

Honored to be recognized as the 2020 Seattle CIO of the Year ORBIE Award Winner in the Healthcare category, Ellen brings a blend of strategic thinking, team leadership, and technical acumen to every challenge. At VCU Health System, she is dedicated to cultivating a technology-forward environment that prioritizes collaboration, adaptability, and patient-centricity.

Making major improvements and bonds within her first year at VCU, she has had the privilege of leading teams that are relentlessly committed to excellence. Ellen believes that, together, we can continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare IT, ensuring that technology serves as an enabler for better patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and groundbreaking research.