What You Should Know:
– Ascend Learning, a provider of learning technology solutions for the healthcare industry, has announced the appointment of Dr. Lissy Hu as its new Chief Executive Officer.
– Dr. Hu, a seasoned healthcare technology leader and entrepreneur, will succeed Greg Sebasky, who is retiring after 10 years as CEO and will transition to Chairman of the Ascend Board of Managers in January 2025.
Dr. Hu Bio/Background
Dr. Hu brings a wealth of experience in building and leading transformative healthcare technology companies. She founded CarePort Health in 2012, a company focused on improving patient transitions between hospitals and post-acute care providers. After WellSky acquired CarePort Health in 2020, Dr. Hu served as President of Connected Networks, working with providers and payers to optimize post-acute care outcomes.
With the U.S. facing healthcare workforce shortages, aging populations, and rising healthcare costs, Ascend Learning is committed to providing innovative solutions to train, develop, and retain healthcare professionals. Dr. Hu’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing this mission and driving the company’s continued growth and innovation.
