Dr. Cacchione is the CEO of Jefferson, an academic medical center that includes Jefferson Health, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health Plans. As CEO, he oversees a vast network comprising 32 hospitals, over 700 sites of care, and a university with more than 200 academic programs. Dr. Cacchione plays a crucial role in leading Jefferson through a period of significant growth and strategic realignment, including a recent acquisition of Allentown, Pa.-based Lehigh Valley Health Network, which elevates Jefferson to one of the top 15 nonprofit health systems in the nation. Under his leadership, Jefferson has made strides in improving operational efficiency, enhancing health equity initiatives, and strengthening the integration of healthcare and education. He is also focused on fostering collaboration between Jefferson’s health system and academic institutions, ensuring that the organization not only provides top-notch clinical care but also nurtures the next generation of healthcare professionals. Dr. Cacchione’s leadership has been marked by a commitment to innovation, community health, and the advancement of higher education and clinical research.
