As vice president and chief pharmacy officer for UC Davis Health, Dr. Hatfield oversees pharmacies, acute and ambulatory clinical services, pharmacy residents and support staff. He stepped into the chief pharmacy officer role in August 2018, along with his concurrent role as assistant dean of the UCSF School of Pharmacy in San Francisco. He is board certified in pharmacotherapy and has served in formal leadership roles since 2009.
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Becker's Recognition
Chad Hatfield, PharmDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and health system chief pharmacy officers to know
Chief pharmacy officers provide systemwide oversight of medication management and drug supply, which in turn creates a safer patient experience. These executives are also responsible for leading cost-effective pharmacy strategy, implementing impactful pharmacy policies, driving automation and technology initiatives, and educating the next generation of pharmacy leaders.
2025 Winner

2026 Winner

