Ken Letkeman, MCITP
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
Ken Letkeman is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience driving digital transformation and information systems strategy across the healthcare sector. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Houston Methodist, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's information technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data management initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and enable innovation.
Current Role
As the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Houston Methodist, a leading academic medical center in Texas, Ken is accountable for the strategic direction and execution of the organization's information technology roadmap. He leads a team of IT professionals who manage a complex network of systems, applications, and data repositories to support the hospital's clinical, research, and administrative functions. Under Ken's leadership, Houston Methodist has implemented numerous digital health solutions, including telehealth, predictive analytics, and enterprise-wide electronic health record systems, driving improved patient experience and clinician productivity.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Houston Methodist, Ken served as the Chief Information Officer at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he led the implementation of a large-scale electronic health record system and implemented data-driven initiatives to enhance clinical decision-making and operational performance. Earlier in his career, he held CIO and CTO roles at Marshfield Clinic and the CEO position at McIs, a healthcare technology consulting firm. Ken has also operated his own technology consulting business, Knowledgeextreme, and held software development and engineering roles at Great-West Life and CEB.
Academic Background
Ken holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Management from the University of Manitoba, where he specialized in information systems and organizational management.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare information technology strategy and implementation
- Cybersecurity and data governance
- Electronic health record systems and digital health solutions
- IT infrastructure and cloud computing
- Data analytics and business intelligence
- Change management and organizational transformation
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Ken has demonstrated a track record of driving successful IT initiatives that improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency, and enable innovation. At Vanderbilt University Medical Center, he led the implementation of a $200 million electronic health record system that resulted in a 20% reduction in patient length of stay and a 15% improvement in clinician productivity. At Houston Methodist, Ken has overseen the deployment of a comprehensive telehealth platform that has expanded access to care for patients across the region, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conclusion
With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare technology sector, Ken Letkeman is a seasoned IT executive who excels at aligning technology strategy with organizational goals. In his current role at Houston Methodist, he continues to leverage his extensive expertise to enhance the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through the strategic use of digital solutions and data-driven insights.
