Since assuming her role in 2017, Ms. Lenane has been responsible for all software and infrastructure supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s clinical and business operations. She is recognized for her business-oriented approach to leading technology initiatives from inception through execution. Over more than two decades at Dana-Farber, she has played an integral role in major operational milestones, including serving as the information systems leader for the opening of regional campuses and the Yawkey Center for Cancer Care, implementing a new EHR, and guiding the transition to hybrid work during the Covid-19 pandemic. In the past year, her teams replaced both Dana-Farber’s laboratory information system and enterprise resource planning system. She also led the implementation of a customer relationship management solution that transformed the patient contact experience. Ms. Lenane is a key contributor to several ongoing initiatives, including technology planning efforts for the proposed future cancer hospital. She is an active member of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives and holds its “Certified Healthcare CIO” designation. She also co-chairs SIM Boston Women, supporting women leaders in technology.
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Becker's Recognition
Naomi Lenanehas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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