Hugh Chisholm

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Rochester, New York, United States

Professional Overview
Hugh Chisholm is an experienced finance executive with a strong background in the healthcare industry. As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Kaleida Health, he oversees the organization's financial strategy, reporting, and operational performance. With additional roles as a Senior Healthcare Consultant and Senior Vice President/CFO for Acute Care Hospitals, Chisholm brings a comprehensive understanding of the complex financial and regulatory landscape within the healthcare sector.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Kaleida Health, Chisholm is responsible for managing the organization's $2.5 billion annual budget and leading a team of over 100 finance professionals. He has played a pivotal role in implementing cost-saving initiatives that have resulted in $20 million in annual savings, while also securing $150 million in additional funding to support strategic growth projects. Chisholm's leadership has been instrumental in helping Kaleida Health maintain a strong financial position and achieve recognition as one of the top-performing healthcare systems in the region.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chisholm served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the Acute Care Hospitals division at Rochester Regional Health, where he oversaw the financial operations of a multi-hospital system. He also has experience as a Senior Healthcare Consultant at Fust Charles Chambers LLP, where he provided strategic advisory services to healthcare organizations on a range of financial and operational challenges.

Academic Background
Chisholm holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the State University of New York at Geneseo and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He has also completed advanced coursework in healthcare financial management and strategic planning.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare finance and accounting

• Financial planning and analysis

• Cost management and operational efficiency

• Revenue cycle optimization

• Strategic decision-making and organizational leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Chisholm has demonstrated a track record of driving financial and operational excellence within the healthcare industry. His strategic leadership and data-driven approach have enabled the organizations he has served to achieve significant cost savings, revenue growth, and improved patient outcomes. Chisholm is a respected voice in the healthcare finance community and frequently speaks at industry conferences and events.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and deep understanding of the healthcare sector, Hugh Chisholm is well-positioned to continue making a meaningful impact as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Kaleida Health. His focus on aligning financial strategy with organizational goals, coupled with his commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, make him a valuable asset to the healthcare organizations he serves.