Dr. Kraemer leads Carilion Clinic’s systemwide clinical advancement and patient safety efforts, combining operational excellence with frontline engagement to drive measurable quality outcomes. Under her leadership, Carilion Clinic launched a mortality review program that reduced system mortality rates by over 50% in under two years and dramatically cut healthcare-associated infections through real-time escalation huddles. She also implemented “Target Zero Harm”, a digital platform recognizing employee contributions to patient safety, and established physician-appointed quality directors in most departments. Dr. Kraemer brings over nearly three decades of experience, including prior roles as chief of staff and residency director, with a demonstrated ability to mobilize clinicians and drive accountability. Her work has earned Carilion Clinic regional and national accolades, including consistent Leapfrog “A” grades. Dr. Kraemer is also a clinical professor at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.
