Josette Gordon-Simet

Dr. Gordon-Simet leads BCBSNE’s clinical initiatives, including strategic oversight of the company’s medical policies and medical review processes, as well as population health management and equity strategies.

Dr. Gordon-Simet earned her medical degree from Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine and is board-certified in family medicine. In addition, she is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Executive MBA program and holds a master’s degree in strategic finance from Bellevue University.

Prior to her new role as CMO, Dr. Gordon-Simet was senior medical director at BCBSNE. Previously, she was chief medical officer and vice president of medical affairs for Think Whole Person Healthcare, where she directed all strategic growth, business development and clinical enhancement programs. She has also been a medical director and practicing physician with CHI Health in Omaha.

Dr. Gordon-Simet is a board member of Building Healthy Futures, a nonprofit organization focused on improving access to quality health care for underserved children in the Omaha metro area. She is also a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Nebraska Academy of Family Physicians.