Christopher Scanzera
Interim Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
Christopher Scanzera is an accomplished IT executive with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation and technology strategy within the healthcare industry. As the Interim Chief Information Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, he is responsible for overseeing the hospital's information technology systems, data management, and digital initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Interim Chief Information Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Christopher is responsible for leading the hospital's technology strategy and initiatives. He oversees the development and implementation of innovative digital solutions to improve patient outcomes, streamline clinical workflows, and enhance operational performance. Christopher's extensive expertise in healthcare IT, coupled with his strong leadership skills, enable him to drive transformative change and deliver measurable results for the hospital.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Christopher served as the Senior Vice President - Chief Digital and Information Officer at AtlantiCare Health System, where he was instrumental in spearheading the organization's digital transformation initiatives. He previously held the positions of Vice President and Chief Information Officer at AtlantiCare, leading the implementation of advanced healthcare IT systems and data analytics solutions to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Earlier in his career, Christopher held senior roles at Deloitte and PriceWaterhouseCoopers, where he gained valuable experience in technology consulting and project management within the healthcare sector.
Academic Background
Christopher holds a Master of Science (MS) in Technology Management from Columbia University in the City of New York and an MBA from Florida Atlantic University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Management from Florida International University.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare IT strategy and implementation
- Digital transformation and innovation
- Data management and analytics
- Clinical and operational workflow optimization
- IT governance and risk management
- Vendor and project management
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Christopher has successfully led several high-impact initiatives that have transformed the way healthcare organizations leverage technology to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. He has a proven track record of implementing cutting-edge digital solutions, optimizing data management and analytics capabilities, and driving measurable improvements in clinical and operational outcomes.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong technical expertise, and visionary leadership, Christopher Scanzera is well-positioned to continue driving transformative change as the Interim Chief Information Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. His proven ability to align technology with organizational goals and deliver tangible business results makes him a valuable asset in the healthcare industry.
