John Jay Shannon

John Jay Shannon, MD, is an experienced healthcare leader currently serving as the Chairperson of the Board and Director at the Greater Chicago Food Depository since October 2015. In addition, Shannon works as a Principal at Health Management Associates, focusing on strategic consulting for various healthcare entities with an emphasis on vulnerable populations. Other roles include Director at Spring Hill College and previous positions such as Chief Medical Officer for the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Medical Consultant for the Illinois Department of Public Health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shannon has also held significant leadership roles at Cook County Health, including CEO and Chief of Clinical Integration, and has extensive experience from Parkland Health & Hospital System. Academic qualifications include a Doctor of Medicine from Rush Medical College and a Bachelor of Science from Spring Hill College.