Mr. Pullin leads Virtua Health with a holistic approach to what a health system can and should be, implementing cutting-edge clinical innovation, community health equity initiatives and workforce culture improvements. Under his leadership, the system has launched AI-enabled virtual care across its hospitals, featuring two-way patient room cameras and remote monitoring sensors. The system also expanded its “Eat Well” food access program with a new mobile grocery store and mobile “food farmacy,” introduced a second pediatric mobile services vehicle that’s expected to increase children’s visits from 6,000 to approximately 10,000 annually, and opened Oliver Station, an innovative community integrating affordable senior housing with an on-site primary care practice. Mr. Pullin has also cochaired a four-year, $5 million collaboration with Camden, N.J.-based Cooper University Health Care and the United Way of Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey to fight poverty, and is overseeing a six-story pavilion expansion at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital set to open in late 2027 in Camden. In 2025, Mr. Pullin published Suited for Leadership, a 24-chapter book that topped Amazon’s “Hot New Releases” lists in the leadership development and workplace culture categories, drawing on stories from his career to examine the essential traits of effective leadership. He serves on the boards of Hillenbrand, Inc. and DaVita, Inc., is a fellow and past regent of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He has held board roles with the American Hospital Association, the New Jersey Hospital Association, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Economic and Community Advisory Council.
Becker's Recognition
Dennis Pullinhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2026 Winner

2024 Winner

Executives
Top Hospital and Health System CEO Influencers
Whether these leaders are challenging the status quo, championing public health issues, pioneering new models of care, or embracing novel technologies, the nation – and even the world – is watching. More often than not, the precedents these executives set go on to become the golden standard for healthcare.
2023 Winner

Executives
Great Healthcare Leaders to Know
During this unprecedented era in healthcare, strong leaders are guiding their organizations to new heights.
The below leaders are using innovative digital technology, novel care delivery approaches and creative care solutions to shape the future of healthcare.
2023 Winner

Executives
149 Black Healthcare Leaders to Know
Diversity in healthcare, especially at the executive level, provides organizations with insight into the lived experiences of clients and employees. This leads to more informed, personalized care and improved care outcomes.
Becker’s is excited to honor these 149+ Black healthcare leaders. The individuals highlighted on this list are fostering positive patient experiences, paving the way for the next generation of leaders, and promoting health equity.
2024 Winner

Executives
Academic Medical Center CEOs to Know
Academic medical centers are vital to today’s healthcare delivery system. They are devoted to providing superior care to patients, while simultaneously amassing assets that will further research and innovation in the healthcare field.
2024 Winner

Executives
Great Leaders in Healthcare
Healthcare is rapidly evolving and the best leaders have embraced change and are leading organizations on the forefront of transforming care delivery. The below leaders are using innovative digital technology, novel care delivery approaches and creative care solutions to shape the future of healthcare.
2024 Winner

Executives
Black Healthcare leaders to know
Diversity in healthcare leadership results in a more well-rounded experience for patients and providers. Becker’s is thrilled to honor these Black healthcare leaders. The leaders featured on this list are shaping the patient experience, educating and training the next generation of healthcare providers, and furthering equity and inclusion.
2025 Winner

