Dr. Chrisman became CEO of Northwestern Medicine’s academic medical enterprise in January 2023, bringing to the role 26 years of dedicated service to the Chicago-based health system. He is also a vascular and interventional radiologist who continues to treat patients alongside his executive responsibilities. His ascent to the top leadership role followed a series of progressively senior positions including president and COO of the system, executive vice president of clinical operations, president of Northwestern Medical Group, and interim chair of multiple departments including radiology, anesthesia, pathology and surgery. Dr. Chrisman’s strategic vision is anchored in “NM 2035,” a 10-year plan that envisions Northwestern Medicine as a recognized pioneer in advancing medical care, delivering consistent and exceptional patient experiences, and leading innovations including the integration of AI in care delivery, with a focus on performing efficiently at the highest level to reinvest in the organization and the communities it serves. Workforce development remains a central priority of his leadership, and the system has seen meaningful progress in net promoter scores and lower burnout rates since he took the helm. Northwestern Medicine is among the few elite academic medical centers in the country excelling in translating discoveries into clinical practice, a reputation Dr. Chrisman is committed to further cementing and elevating.
