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Melissa Anderson is executive vice president, chief auditor and compliance officer for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), a $21 billion national, blended health organization that includes one of America's largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s 37,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization's affiliated businesses including Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, [HM Health Solutions](/org/hm-health-solutions) and [Helion](/org/helion).

In this role, Ms. Anderson serves as the primary staff liaison to the audit committee of the board of directors for Highmark Inc. and [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health). She is responsible for directing the enterprise corporate integrity program and leadership for advisory services, internal audit, IT audit and advisory services, external audit, audit and strategic analytics, provider investigation, and review and performance measurement.

Prior to this position, Ms. Anderson most recently served as senior vice president and chief accounting officer for Highmark Inc., where some of her responsibilities of leadership and direction included corporate accounting, financial reporting, claims billing, payroll, model audit rule compliance, enterprise corporate risk, and employee benefits accounting and reporting as well as facilities management, security, procurement business continuity and shared services.

Before she was senior vice president, Ms. Anderson spent 12 years in the financial and administrative services department for Highmark Inc., serving roles as vice president, director and manager of various accounting and business units.

Ms. Anderson is a graduate of [Leadership Pittsburgh](/org/leadership-pittsburgh) Class XXV, is a member of the KPMG Pittsburgh Alumni Networking group and serves on the Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania Honorary Committee.

Ms. Anderson is a certified public accountant and earned her bachelor's degree, magna cum laude, from [Washington & Jefferson College](/org/washington-jefferson-college).

Melissa M. Anderson

Cynthia Hundorfean is the chief executive officer and president of Allegheny Health Network (AHN).

AHN is a Pittsburgh-based health care system that includes eight hospitals: flagship academic medical center Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) in Pittsburgh’s North Side, Allegheny Valley Hospital in Natrona Heights, Canonsburg Hospital in Canonsburg, Forbes Hospital in Monroeville, Jefferson Hospital in Jefferson Hills, Saint Vincent Hospital in Erie, West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood, and Westfield Memorial Hospital in Westfield, N.Y.

Among the network’s more than 250 clinical locations are four large health and wellness pavilions and more than 50 cancer care clinics. AHN employs more than 20,000 people and has more than 2,400 physicians on its medical staff. It is an affiliate of Pittsburgh-based [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), a national health and wellness enterprise and one of the nation’s largest integrated health care delivery and financing systems.

Ms. Hundorfean joined Allegheny Health Network in 2016. Under her leadership, AHN has embarked upon a $1 billion+ capital expansion plan that includes one new full-service hospital in Wexford, four new neighborhood hospitals, an academic cancer center on the AGH campus, five regional cancer centers, improvements to AHN’s existing hospitals, and several expanded clinical programs. In 2017, Ms. Hundorfean and her leadership team launched the region’s first same-day appointment program, allowing patients to see a primary care provider or a specialist the same day they call AHN.

AHN has dramatically improved its financial position over the last three years, reporting positive operating income for the first time in 2017, and again in 2018. Also in 2018, AHN closed on $1 billion in long-term bond financing, the network’s first ever public, tax-exempt financing vehicle.

Active in both her community and within the health care industry, Ms. Hundorfean serves on the boards of directors of the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and the Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania. Ms. Hundorfean is also a member of the Medical Group Management Association, and is an editorial advisor to Managed Healthcare Executive magazine.

She received her Executive MBA from Case Western Reserve University, and a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management from David N. Myers College.

Cynthia D. Hundorfean

Debra K. Demchak

Tom Doran is the President of Highmark Health Plan. In this role, Tom is responsible for Commercial and Government segments, enrollment, revenue and profit/loss. He's also responsible for Financial Planning & Analysis, Actuarial, Underwriting, and Network contracting. Tom brings the voice of the customer and member to the organization, driving new and innovative products and improved clinical outcomes.

He has also prioritized and optimized cross-selling for Highmark, capitalizing on opportunities for the customers to achieve better clinical outcomes and lower costs by pairing health insurance with diversified business offerings including stop-loss insurance (HM Insurance Group), dental (United Concordia Dental) and pharmacy.

Tom joined Highmark in 2017 as the President of HM Insurance Group (HMIG) and continues to serve on the board for HMIG. In 2019, he took on the additional responsibility of CFO for Highmark Health Plan and eventually transitioned to a COO role for the Health Plan. His areas of expertise include Stop Loss market dynamics and strategy, reinsurance, actuarial services, network contracting, pricing and reserving. With more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, Tom came to Highmark from Medical Risk Managers (MRM), the largest Stop Loss MGU in the country, where he served as the company's president. Prior to that, Tom held the role of executive vice president at MRM, and he has actuarial experience at Aetna, Hartford Life and Aon Hewitt.

Tom earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University and worked as an Aerospace Engineer for Grumman Aerospace upon graduation. He is a fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries.

Tom Doran

Bruce A. Meyer, MD, MBA, is Executive Vice President and Western PA Market President for Highmark Health. In this role, Dr. Meyer oversees Highmark Health's blended payer-provider strategy in the western Pennsylvania market, including the operations of Highmark's western Pennsylvania insurance division as well as its western Pennsylvania-based provider system, Allegheny Health Network.

Dr. Meyer joined Highmark Health in 2022 after serving as President of Jefferson Health in Philadelphia and Senior Executive Vice President of Thomas Jefferson University. He is also a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Population Health at Jefferson's Sidney Kimmel Medical College.

At Jefferson, Dr. Meyer oversaw the health system's multitude of clinical services offered across the greater southwestern Philadelphia region, footprint that includes 18 hospitals and more than 100 outpatient and urgent care centers. Home to the renowned Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, and one of the largest faculty-based telehealth networks in the country, Jefferson employs approximately 42,000 people, including nearly 2,500 physicians and 9,600 nurses.

Prior to his role as President of Jefferson Health, Dr. Meyer was Executive VP for Health System Affairs, Executive Director of the Faculty Practice Plan and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UT Southwestern (UTSW) Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. The author of over 70 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Meyer has won multiple teaching awards while serving as a residency and fellowship program director and academic chair.

Dr. Meyer earned his medical degree at the University of Texas, where he also completed an OB-GYN residency and maternal-fetal medicine fellowship. He received his MBA from the University of Tennessee.

Bruce A. Meyer

In his new capacity, James will work closely with Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew, MD, MEd, MPPM, FACOG, who serves as Allegheny Health Network's Chief Clinical Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer. James will implement and advise upon [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)'s enterprise-wide diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, while Dr. Larkins-Pettigrew will focus her efforts across AHN to shape an inclusive workplace culture and further establish the network's strong commitment to workforce diversity, cultural competency, and equitable health care delivery and outcomes.

Prior to joining [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), James served as CEO of a diversity and inclusion consulting firm and in an advisory role with the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. A practicing lawyer for more than 20 years, he spent several years facilitating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) financings nationally for capital projects through a U.S. Department of Education program.

Robert James

Steven Hoffman is the current Director at [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health). Steven has over 25 years of experience in tax and financial consulting. Prior to their current position, they were a Consultant at Shop Vac Corporation from March 2013 to November 2018. Steven also has experience working as a Consultant at ShakeDown BBQ from April 2011 to September 2014, where they provided financial, strategic, and operational advice. Lastly, they were a Risk Management Partner-Tax at [KPMG](/org/kpmg) from July 1984 to September 2010, where they were responsible for tax risk management for business units in Pennsylvania, Washington, Baltimore, Tyson's Corner, and other Virginia offices.

Steven M. Hoffman's educational career includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from [Susquehanna University](/org/susquehanna-university) with a major in accounting.

Steven M. Hoffman

Michael J. Bennett is executive vice president, chief strategy and transformation officer for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health).

Mr. Bennett joined [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) in 2016 to serve as a key leader in driving the organization's mission to deliver comprehensive, affordable, high-quality health care services to its customers and the communities it serves. Bennett leads the organization's transformation initiatives, overseeing enterprise-wide strategy, the transformation office, corporate development and investments, analytics and innovation.

Mr. Bennett previously worked at [Cleveland Clinic](/org/cleveland-clinic), where he served since 2013 as executive director responsible for management of the planning, growth, go-to-market, and strategic intelligence functions for the strategy office. Prior to that, he served as a principal in [McKinsey & Company](/org/mckinsey-company)'s payor/provider practice in Cleveland, specializing in health care strategy and organizational transformation, where he introduced, developed and managed long-term executive relationships with multiple clients, including large hospital chains, large insurers, academic medical centers and several regional not-for-profit hospital chains.

Mr. Bennett earned a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School at the [University of Pennsylvania](/org/university-of-pennsylvania) and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and International Affairs from the Woodrow Wilson School at Princeton University.

Michael J. Bennett

Larry Kleinman is executive vice president, chief human resources officer for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health).

Having joined the organization in 2015, Mr. Kleinman is responsible for all aspects of human resources across [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), including compensation, organization effectiveness, benefits, talent acquisition, diversity and inclusion and talent management.

Prior to joining [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), Mr. Kleinman worked for [Covenant Health](/org/covenant-health), where he served as executive vice president of human resources. His career experience has also included SAP, a global HR software company, as well as [Providence Health & Services](/org/providence-health-plan) and Campbell Soup. He brings to [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) extensive experience in developing and implementing workforce and organizational change strategies, succession planning and talent acquisition and management.

Mr. Kleinman holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Ithaca College in New York and a master's degree in human resources management from the New School for Social Research in New York. He also completed the Harvard Executive Program.

Mr. Kleinman is active in the community through his past involvement on several boards including United Way of Knoxville, Legacy Parks and Tennessee Wesleyan College.

Larry Kleinman

Ms. Hanlon is responsible for administering the corporation's financial and administrative activities as [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) continues to grow its health care payer and provider businesses as well as its national network of subsidiaries and diversified businesses. Ms. Hanlon oversees all of the corporation's financial activities including financial accounting and reporting, treasury, tax planning and compliance, financial planning and analysis, actuarial and enterprise risk management, and corporate real estate and administrative services.

A certified public accountant with more than 20 years of finance experience, Ms. Hanlon began her career in public accounting at KPMG Peat Marwick prior to joining Highmark in 1997. In her career at Highmark, Karen has held several positions within the finance division before becoming the chief financial officer and treasurer of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), reporting directly to [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)'s chief executive officer.

Ms. Hanlon sits on the board of several [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) subsidiaries and affiliates including [Penn State Health](/org/penn-state-health) and Gateway Health Plan. She also sits on the board and is treasurer of [Leadership Pittsburgh](/org/leadership-pittsburgh). Ms. Hanlon is a certified public accountant in Pennsylvania and has been a member of the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants for over 15 years.

Ms. Hanlon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting from Grove City College.

Karen L. Hanlon

Deborah L. Rice-Johnson is president of Highmark Inc.

In this role, Ms. Rice-Johnson is responsible for providing senior leadership and strategic direction for Highmark's core health insurance business, serving 5.3 million customers and managing more than $15 billion in revenue. Additionally, she has responsibility for product development, provider networks and reimbursement, clinical services, sales, and operations. Ms. Rice-Johnson is also responsible for Highmark's insurance-based subsidiaries: United Concordia Dental (UCD) and HM Insurance Group (HMIG).

Ms. Rice-Johnson has more than 30 years of experience in the health insurance industry. She has held a variety of management positions at Highmark and its predecessor company. Throughout her career, Ms. Rice-Johnson has developed a passion for improving the health care experience, particularly as it relates to oncology services. Additionally, she is committed to positively impacting the employment situation of our nation's military veterans through championing private-sector hiring efforts.

In addition to her position at Highmark, Ms. Rice-Johnson serves on the boards of the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Carlow University, the Duquesne Club, Blue Health Intelligence, and the Whitaker Center. Additionally, she serves as board chair of the Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania and as board president for Variety the Children's Charity.

Ms. Rice-Johnson holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Carlow University. In 2014 she was named a Carlow Laureate, the University's most prestigious alumni award recognizing those whose work, thought, and action demonstrate the highest standards of professional accomplishment and leadership.

Deborah L. Rice-johnson

Daniel A. Onorato is executive vice president of corporate affairs for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health).

Mr. Onorato has a broad portfolio of responsibilities, including public policy, government and regulatory affairs, community investment and corporate communications. He serves as chairman of the Highmark Foundation, executive director of the Highmark Caring Foundation, and on the board of directors and executive committee of the Jefferson Foundation.

Mr. Onorato also serves on the board of directors for the Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce, the Allegheny County Parks Foundation, and the Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Pittsburgh. In addition, he is a member of the America's Health Insurance Plans policy and regulatory affairs committee.

Before joining [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), Mr. Onorato served two terms as the chief executive for Allegheny County. Prior to that, he served as Allegheny County's controller and two terms on the Pittsburgh city council.

Mr. Onorato's professional background also includes work as an attorney and certified public accountant (CPA).

Mr. Onorato graduated from [Penn State University](/org/penn-state) with a bachelor's degree in accounting. He earned his juris doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Mr. Onorato and his wife, Shelly reside in the Pittsburgh area and are proud parents of three young adults.

Daniel A. Onorato

Kevin Walker

Frank Perryman

Farnam Jahanian

John Orner oversees the treasury services division, including investment activities and corporate insurance functions for all its organisation entities. He also supervises debt issuance and monitoring activities for Highmark, including AHN and Highmark long term debt and all lines of credit and shorter-term borrowings with financial institutions.

Orner has more than 30 years of treasury, business development, and investment experience, primarily with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota (BCBSM) where he was vice president, treasurer, and chief investment officer since 2009, overseeing $4.5 billion of assets. He has also held roles in BCBSM’s business development and treasury operations.

John Orner

Cindy Donohoe is executive vice president and chief marketing officer for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health). Having joined the organization in 2015, Ms. Donohoe leads the efforts on branding, digital experience, health system and health plan loyalty and acquisition. As part of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)'s consumer-centric focus, Ms. Donohoe is responsible for utilizing marketing analytics and improving the customer experience across the enterprise.

Previously, Ms. Donohoe served as senior vice president of growth and customer experience at [Physicians Immediate Care](/org/physicians-immediate-care-llc), a top-10 urgent care provider backed by [Anthem](/org/anthem), where she helped expand the clinic base by 40 percent in one year.

In addition, as Walgreens' divisional vice president, Ms. Donohoe led marketing for the company's $47 billion pharmacy and healthcare division. She doubled pharmacy sales driven by marketing with campaigns that won global awards and achieved the company's highest branded recognition.

Ms. Donohoe was also chief marketing officer for [UnitedHealth Group](/org/unitedhealth-group)'s $20 billion federal programs serving Americans age 50+, where she helped achieve the highest national market share for Medicare Part D. She launched consumer-driven healthcare at Great-West Healthcare (now [CIGNA](/org/cigna-cmb-life-insurance-co-ltd)). At Netscape and AOL, Ms. Donohoe led product management for some of the world's first enterprise e-commerce products.

Ms. Donohoe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science from Dartmouth College. She serves on the boards of directors for the Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh and for Riverlife.

Cindy Donohoe

Carolyn Duronio serves as the chief legal officer and secretary for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), a $21 billion national, blended health organization that includes one of America's largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)'s 37,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization's affiliated businesses including Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, [HM Health Solutions](/org/hm-health-solutions) and [Helion](/org/helion).

In her current role, Ms. Duronio oversees the legal affairs of the company, manages the legal department, and serves on the company's leadership team. In addition, she is secretary of the board of directors of Highmark Inc. and [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health).

Prior to joining [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) in 2020, Ms. Duronio practiced her entire career at the global law firm Reed Smith LLP, building a nationally acclaimed practice supporting tax-exempt organizations. Ms. Duronio has extensive experience representing healthcare organizations.

While in private practice, Ms. Duronio was included in Best Lawyers in America from 2003 through 2020 in the category of Tax Law and was recognized as the Best Lawyers™ "Lawyer of the Year" in Pittsburgh in 2015 and 2017 for Education Law and Nonprofit/Charities Law, in 2019 for Tax Law, and in 2020 for Nonprofit/Charities Law.

She was selected as a Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania, an honor awarded by the Governor of Pennsylvania to outstanding women throughout the Commonwealth for their leadership and contributions. Ms. Duronio has received many honors and awards from community organizations because of her service and dedication to the community, including the following: the Girls Scouts Western Pennsylvania Woman of Distinction in Law; the Caritas Award for Leadership by Catholic Charities of Pittsburgh; a Woman in Business Award by the Pittsburgh Business Times; an Allied Professional of the Year by the Pittsburgh Planned Giving Council; an Oakland Catholic Leading Lady; a YWCA's Leadership Award for Professional Services; and a Carlow University Woman of Spirit.

Ms. Duronio holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Science from Harvard University where she graduated magna cum laude, a Post Graduate Diploma in Accountancy from the University of Strathclyde (Glasgow Scotland), and a Juris Doctor degree, also magna cum laude, from Harvard Law School.

Carolyn Duronio

David L. Holmberg is president and chief executive officer of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), a $19 billion integrated health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, PA, [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, including Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, and [HM Health Solutions](/org/hm-health-solutions).

One of the nation’s most influential and transformative health care executives, Holmberg is helping to shape the future of this fast-evolving industry. He has proactively and regularly engaged with trade associations, regulators, peer organizations, strategic partners, and government entities — both regional and national — to resolve critical health care issues and ensure the equitable treatment of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s patients, policyholders, and business customers. Under Holmberg’s leadership in 2016, [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) sued the U.S. government in federal claims court, demanding that the government live up to the funding promises that were outlined within the Affordable Care Act.

Guiding [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health) through the tumultuous post-ACA years may have been Holmberg’s biggest challenge as CEO, but there have been other critical business issues to address — including the remarkable turnaround of Allegheny Health Network, which was nearing bankruptcy when it was acquired by Highmark Inc. in 2013. In addition to delivering ten consecutive quarters of positive operating income, the health delivery system has expanded to include nine hospitals in western Pennsylvania, as well as five multi-specialty medical malls. In 2019, Holmberg successfully negotiated an agreement with the Pennsylvania Attorney General to provide residents of western Pennsylvania with continued access to the region’s two leading health systems.

Highmark Health also delivered record revenues in 2017 and 2018, as Holmberg implemented a bold transformation strategy designed to lead the change in the health care experience for consumers by providing affordable, accessible, high-quality, community-based medicine and coverage options. Because of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s differentiated position in the industry as a vertically integrated payer-provider, and his own unconventional path to leadership, Holmberg has a unique perspective and insight into the full scope of the health care continuum — from private insurance to government and military insurance to medical, dental, and vision care.

David L. Holmberg

In this role, Tripathi is responsible for leading the enterprise’s efforts to develop, plan, and implement finance strategies, serving as the primary liaison among regulators and ratings agencies, and overseeing the finance, real estate, tax, and procurement divisions of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health).

A Fortune 50 executive, Tripathi holds over 23 years of experience in managing global teams and multi-billion dollar profit and loss accounts, and serving as a strategic business partner at the c-suite level to drive profitable growth. Prior to joining [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), Tripathi most recently served as senior vice president and chief financial officer for [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Kidney Care, [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Vascular Care, National Cardiovascular Partners, [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Labs, and [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Physician Practices at [Fresenius Medical Care](/org/fresenius-medical-care) in Boston, MA. During his tenure as CFO of this $12 billion segment of [Fresenius Medical Care](/org/fresenius-medical-care), Tripathi provided financial leadership to more than 2,400 medical facilities across the U.S., and led a team of 1,000 finance professionals. Prior to [Fresenius](/org/fresenius), Tripathi spent 20 years in GE and P&G businesses as a financial leader of various global divisions. He started his career as an electrical engineer, later shifting to finance and joining [Procter & Gamble](/org/procter-gamble) (UK & Ireland) as a brand finance analyst. Tripathi subsequently took increasing responsibilities at [GE Appliances](/org/ge-appliances) and GE Capital in Europe and moved to [GE Healthcare](/org/ge-healthcare-limited), USA in 2003, where he served as global head of financial planning and analysis for [GE Healthcare](/org/ge-healthcare-limited) Systems, CFO of [GE Healthcare](/org/ge-healthcare-limited)'s Global Surgery, CFO of Global Service Parts, and CFO of Diagnostic Imaging Performance Solutions businesses based at the global headquarters of [GE Healthcare](/org/ge-healthcare-limited) at Milwaukee, WI.

Active in his community, Tripathi also served as a member of the board of directors at the Asia Pacific American Forum at GE, a leader of United Way I-Care at the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, a champion and sponsor of the [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Women’s Resource Group Diversity Forum, and a management team member of the [Fresenius](/org/fresenius) Foundation.

Tripathi earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in electrical engineering at the National Institute of Technology in India. He earned his Master of Business Administration in finance at Leeds Business School at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom, and completed the European Financial Leadership Program at General Electric Company in 2007. Tripathi has completed advanced management courses at the GE Leadership Centre in Crotonville, New York City and completed the Driving Corporate Performance Program at Harvard Business School in Boston, MA. Tripathi is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt.

Saurabh Tripathi

Joseph C. Guyaux

David A. Blandino

Terrence W. Cavanaugh

Scott D. Izzo

Gregory B. Jordan

David J. Malone

Thomas R. Donahue

Tony G. Farah, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is the executive vice president, chief medical and clinical transformation officer for [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health), a Pittsburgh-based national health and wellness organization and the second largest integrated delivery and financing system in America. Dr. Farah is [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s senior-most medical officer responsible for the continued transformation of clinical care within the organization to achieve the best value for patients and members in overall experience, access, quality, safety and affordability. Appointed to this newly created position in 2017, he leads the fundamental redesign of care delivery in every setting, advancing innovative new models that optimize health as well as health care delivery.

A nationally recognized and highly respected physician-leader who is passionate about putting patients first, Dr. Farah played a key role in the formation of [Highmark Health](/org/highmark-health)’s provider company Allegheny Health Network (AHN), a nine-hospital integrated health care system anchored by a quaternary academic medical center that serves the greater western Pennsylvania region and includes more than 2,500 employed and affiliated physicians.

Dr. Farah’s roles within AHN have included chief medical officer and president of AHN’s employed physician organization Allegheny Clinic, chief medical officer of Allegheny General Hospital, and medical director of Allegheny General Hospital’s cardiac catheterization laboratories. He has played a prominent role in many innovations that have improved the treatment of patients with coronary artery disease—from new, disease-fighting medications to interventional coronary plaque clearing technologies.

Dr. Farah’s profound commitment to expanding and improving access to advanced heart care in western Pennsylvania has included both cardiac program development and oversight of cardiac catheterization laboratories at numerous community hospitals. He has been the principal investigator or co-investigator of well over 100 clinical trials, and his work has been featured in many of the industry’s premier, peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Dr. Farah previously served as a Trustee of one of the medical field’s most prestigious scientific organizations, the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. He has also been instrumental in the cultivation of the next generation of cardiovascular specialists, mentoring several hundred residents, fellows and medical students over the last two decades.

Dr. Farah has been recognized since 1998 as one of the nation’s “Best Doctors in America” in the field of cardiology by Pittsburgh Magazine. He has also been recognized with the Healthcare Hero Award in the healthcare executive category by the Pittsburgh Business Times. In 2016, he was selected as one of the nation’s top 100 CMOs to Know by Becker’s Hospital Review, and in 2019, Dr. Farah was named by Modern Healthcare magazine as one of the nation’s 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives.

Dr. Farah earned his Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry and his MD from the American University of Beirut, after which he served his internship, residency and fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital.

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