HSS Appoints Dr. Ashis Barad as Chief Digital Officer to Transform Healthcare
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City has appointed Dr. Ashis Barad as its first chief digital and technology officer, consolidating IT, digital initiatives, and data management into a single strategic role. Influenced by new CEO Dr. Bryan Kelly, Dr. Barad aims to integrate artificial intelligence into HSS operations to enhance patient care and improve technology adoption among healthcare providers and patients. With significant experience, including the implementation of the Epic electronic health record system, he plans to create a cohesive technology stack to address existing gaps in technology adoption within the healthcare sector.
