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Geisinger Appoints Dr. Terry Gilliland as President and Future CEO

by Executive Digital Health Appointments 03/04/2024 Leave a Comment

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Terry Gilliland, MD, President at Geisinger

What You Should Know:

– Geisinger, announced the appointment of Dr. Terry Gilliland as the incoming President of Geisinger Health, along with his subsequent role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) once Dr. Jaewon Ryu transitions to CEO of Risant Health.

– The leadership change marks a new chapter in Geisinger’s esteemed history, with Dr. Gilliland poised to become the eighth CEO in the organization’s 109-year legacy.

Dr. Gilliland Bio/Background

With a wealth of experience spanning various facets of healthcare delivery and payer organizations, Dr. Gilliland brings a unique blend of expertise and leadership to his new role. Prior to joining Geisinger, he served in key positions, including Chief Medical Officer and Chief Science Officer at Cogitativo, a leading healthcare-focused artificial intelligence and machine learning company. His tenure also includes executive roles at Blue Shield of California and Sentara Healthcare, where he spearheaded initiatives focused on healthcare quality and affordability.

Dr. Gilliland’s career journey showcases a deep commitment to advancing healthcare excellence. His leadership roles at the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group and the Colorado Permanente Medical Group within Kaiser Permanente, coupled with his experience as a practicing general surgeon, underscore his dedication to improving patient care and outcomes.

“It is an honor to be leading Geisinger,” said Dr. Gilliland. “Leading an organization with this type of history, mission and reputation is the opportunity of a lifetime. I became a surgeon to improve the lives of my patients. Leading the 25,000 dedicated professionals at Geisinger gives me the opportunity to improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in communities throughout Pennsylvania. It is a privilege to accept that responsibility and join this incredible team of caregivers and administrative staff.”

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