Dr. Conroy leads Dartmouth Health, New Hampshire’s largest private employer and only academic health system, overseeing its flagship and a growing network of member hospitals and clinics across northern New England. She leads with a philosophy rooted in trust, innovation and mentorship. Since becoming CEO in 2017, she has driven a remarkable financial turnaround, guided the system’s expansion, and advanced major infrastructure projects that enhance access and clinical innovation. Under her leadership, Dartmouth Health completed a $150 million inpatient pavilion expansion that increased capacity to 460 beds, and opened a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgical center that extends specialized care and technology to more patients. A nationally recognized advocate for gender equity in healthcare leadership, Dr. Conroy is a founding member of the “Women of Impact” leadership group and actively mentors the next generation of professionals. In 2016, she was recognized among Boston Business Journal’s “Women of Influence” honorees. She received the Leapfrog Group’s 2021 “Steven Schroeder Award for Outstanding Healthcare CEO” and was named the New Hampshire Union Leader’s “Citizen of the Year” for 2022. In 2024, Dr. Conroy served as chair of the American Hospital Association board of trustees, where she continues to shape national policy on academic medicine and healthcare delivery.
