Dr. Bhatia is president and chief medical officer of Prime Healthcare, which operates 54 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations across 15 states. He also serves as CEO of Regions I and VII, overseeing operations across California, Nevada and Illinois. A quadruple board-certified interventional cardiologist, Dr. Bhatia is known for clearly communicating complex clinical topics and aligning physician leadership with systemwide priorities. He helps guide clinical and operational strategy across the organization, advancing quality, strengthening performance and supporting access to care. He has also played a key leadership role in major system expansions, including Prime’s acquisition and integration of hospitals in Illinois and Maine, helping preserve access to care and stabilize essential community hospitals. Dr. Bhatia is also committed to developing future physicians and advancing global health through scholarship and philanthropic initiatives.
