Dr. Retchin comes from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, where he currently serves as senior vice president of health sciences and CEO of the VCU Health System in Richmond, Va., positions he has held since 2003.
In addition to his executive roles, Dr. Retchin is a practicing board-certified internist with qualifications in geriatric medicine. He also holds the Ruth and Seymour Perlin Professorship of Medicine and Health Administration.
Dr. Retchin will succeed Steven Gabbe, MD, who is retiring. Dr. Gabbe will continue in his current role until Dr. Retchin arrives in March.
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