In the new role, Dr. Pirtle will help implement and optimize the Epic EHR across Walmart Health & Wellness clinics, develop IT infrastructure, and work on governance, digital innovation and the future vision of Walmart Health’s omnichannel care, according to the job posting.
Dr. Pirtle started in the new role Oct. 10. Besides being CMIO, he was also a vice president, assistant chief medical officer and practicing internist at West Tennessee Healthcare since 2019.
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