Mr. Shinagawa is senior vice president and COO of UCI Health, aiding in the dynamic transformation of Orange County’s only academic healthcare system. With over 12 years of hospital leadership and a decade in public service, he oversees daily operations for the $4 billion network, including the development of the $1.3 billion UCI Health–Irvine medical campus. Mr. Shinagawa spearheaded the acquisition of four community hospitals, elevating UCI Health to one of California’s largest academic health systems. Beyond his operational duties, he serves as chair of the American College of Healthcare Executives management series editorial board and chair of Orange County Programs Council for the American College of Healthcare Executives of Southern California. He is also a board member for the Orange County Business Council.
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