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Howard B. Chrisman, MD

President and CEO

Northwestern Medicine

Chicago, IL

Dr. Chrisman first joined Northwestern Medicine in 1997, faithfully serving as a leader and an active clinician since. In his current role, he oversees the Northwestern Medicine healthcare system, spanning hospitals, ambulatory and diagnostic sites. This includes Northwestern Memorial Hospital, an academic medical center that is the primary teaching affiliate for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Chrisman’s prior roles include president and COO of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, executive vice president of clinical operations and president of Northwestern Medical Group. Dr. Chrisman is also a professor of radiology and surgery, as well as an active clinician.

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