Dr. Pfeffer serves as the CIO and associate dean for Stanford Health Care and Stanford University School of Medicine. In this role, he oversees technology and digital solutions, paving the way for novel research, teaching and compassionate care across two hospitals and more than 150 clinics. He also has a focus on bringing artificial intelligence into Stanford’s healthcare operations. Prior to joining Stanford, he acted as assistant vice chancellor and CIO for UCLA Health Sciences.
Michael Pfeffer, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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Chief information officers utilize new and innovative technologies to optimize, streamline and improve healthcare delivery. The featured IT executives are leading strategic initiatives that benefit patients and providers. In collaboration with their talented teams, they are modernizing their hospitals and health systems by implementing new EHR systems, cybersecurity softwares and telehealth services.
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