Dr. Ferranti leads a team that envisions, strategically plans, and adopts integrated technology and information solutions, supporting clinical care, education and research. Among his major accomplishments was leading the enterprisewide Epic installation, which spanned three hospitals and over 300 ambulatory clinics. Both inside and outside of Duke, he is a thought leader in the informatics space. Prior to serving as chief digital officer, Dr. Ferranti was CIO, vice president for medical informatics and leader of Duke Health Technology Solutions. He also helped the health system roll out the enterprise deployment of Epic’s EHR system and provided strategic oversight of the health system’s technology.
Becker's Recognition
Jeffrey Ferranti, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Chief Digital Officers of Hospitals and Health Systems to Know
Healthcare organizations are increasingly hiring chief digital officers to helm their digital transformation endeavors. These leaders are tasked with overseeing technology integration, improving the patient journey, and increasing care access through digital initiatives. In collaboration with their IT and clinical colleagues, chief digital officers are implementing digital tools that allow for streamlined EHRs and workflows organizationwide.
2025 Winner

Executives
Chief Digital Officers of Hospitals and Health Systems to Know
2026 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
58 Hospital and Health System Chief Digital Officers to Know
