Josh Kohrumel
Associate Chief Information Officer, Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
Professional Overview
Josh Kohrumel is an accomplished healthcare IT leader with over 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and operational excellence in complex, high-stakes environments. As the Associate Chief Information Officer at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego, he spearheads the strategic implementation of innovative technologies to enhance patient care, improve clinical workflows, and drive organizational efficiency.
Current Role
In his current role as Associate Chief Information Officer, Josh oversees the planning, development, and execution of Rady Children's Hospital's information technology initiatives. He collaborates closely with clinical and administrative teams to identify opportunities for technology-enabled improvements, while ensuring the hospital's IT infrastructure remains secure, compliant, and aligned with industry best practices. Under his leadership, the hospital has achieved significant advancements in areas such as telehealth, data analytics, and digital patient engagement.
Career Progression
Prior to his current position, Josh held various IT leadership roles at prominent healthcare organizations, including serving as the Director of Information Systems at Sharp HealthCare and the IT Manager at UC San Diego Health. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a keen ability to bridge the gap between business objectives and technology solutions, driving measurable improvements in operational efficiency, patient outcomes, and overall organizational performance.
Academic Background
Josh holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in Health Policy and Management from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Cell Biology/Biochemistry from the University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego). His academic achievements and specialized training have equipped him with a deep understanding of the healthcare industry's complex regulatory environment and the critical role of technology in delivering high-quality, patient-centric care.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare information technology and digital transformation
- Strategic planning and technology roadmap development
- Clinical workflow optimization and user experience enhancement
- Data analytics and business intelligence
- Cybersecurity and IT risk management
- Collaborative leadership and cross-functional team management
Professional Impact
Under Josh's leadership, Rady Children's Hospital has emerged as a trailblazer in the use of cutting-edge technologies to improve patient care and operational efficiency. He has led the successful implementation of several high-impact initiatives, including the deployment of a comprehensive telehealth platform that has expanded access to specialized pediatric services and the rollout of a data-driven clinical decision support system that has enhanced the quality of care for thousands of young patients.
Conclusion
With his deep expertise in healthcare IT, proven track record of driving organizational transformation, and unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes, Josh Kohrumel is poised to continue making a significant impact on the future of healthcare delivery at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego and beyond.
