Mr. Palis has spent the past eight years at Providence Health overseeing a vast portfolio of 1,700 clinical and revenue cycle applications across acute, ambulatory and ancillary care. He leads the nation’s largest Epic EHR installation and manages a global team of over 950 staff while directing a $100 million budget. His strategic efforts focus on aligning technology initiatives with Providence’s mission, driving operational excellence through innovative service delivery models and enterprisewide technology advancements. Previously, as executive vice president and COO at Bremerton, Wash.-based Harrison Medical Center, he led a 100-provider multispecialty group, achieving a 10% reduction in readmission rates and lowering hospital-acquired infections to 7%. He also spearheaded major infrastructure projects, including a multimillion-dollar data center and a $35 million orthopedic center.
