Elbridge Locklear, SVP Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
Elbridge Locklear is an accomplished C-suite executive with over 15 years of experience leading digital transformation and technology innovation in the healthcare industry. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Summa Health, he is responsible for driving the organization's information technology strategy, overseeing enterprise-wide technology initiatives, and ensuring the effective use of digital solutions to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the SVP Chief Information Officer at Summa Health, Elbridge is responsible for spearheading the organization's digital roadmap and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to support its mission of delivering superior healthcare services. He oversees a team of IT professionals and works closely with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and implement innovative solutions that improve clinical outcomes, enhance the patient experience, and drive operational excellence.
Career Progression
Prior to his role at Summa Health, Elbridge served as the Vice President of Digital Products and Services at Novant Health, where he led the development and implementation of innovative digital health solutions, including telehealth and remote patient monitoring platforms. He has also held CIO positions at Alliance HealthCare Services and Novant Health / Medquest Associates, Inc., where he successfully led large-scale IT transformations and drove the adoption of emerging technologies to support organizational goals.
Academic Background
Elbridge holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Akron, where he graduated with honors. He is a Certified Chief Information Officer (CCIO) and has completed executive leadership programs at the Harvard Business School and the University of North Carolina's Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare information technology strategy and governance
- Digital transformation and innovation
- Enterprise-wide technology implementation and integration
- Data analytics and business intelligence
- Cybersecurity and risk management
- IT operations and service delivery
- Change management and organizational transformation
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Elbridge has played a pivotal role in driving digital innovation and operational excellence in the healthcare industry. At Novant Health, he led the successful implementation of a comprehensive telehealth platform that enabled the organization to expand access to care and improve patient outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic. At Alliance HealthCare Services, he spearheaded a comprehensive IT modernization program that resulted in a 25% reduction in IT operating costs and a 30% improvement in system uptime and reliability.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic vision, and commitment to technology-driven innovation, Elbridge Locklear is well-positioned to continue driving Summa Health's digital transformation and positioning the organization as a leader in the evolving healthcare landscape.
