Mr. Smith previously served as CIO at the 34-hospital system from 2020 to 2022 before leaving to become COO of Graphite Health, a digital transformation startup founded by Intermountain and three other health systems, where he now serves as interim president and CEO.
“I’m confident that Ryan is the right leader to help Intermountain successfully navigate both opportunities and obstacles as a model health system in the complex world of healthcare that lies ahead,” Intermountain President and CEO Rob Allen said in a Dec. 3 statement.
Mr. Smith spent the first 19 years of his career with Intermountain before moving to Phoenix-based Banner Health as senior vice president and CIO in 2013. He later served as senior vice president and executive adviser for data company Health Catalyst before rejoining Intermountain the first time.
He starts in early 2025 and will report to Chief Strategy Officer Dan Liljenquist. Mr. Smith replaces Craig Richardville, who departed from the health system in July.
Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit
