Dr. Freischlag is the CEO of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and chief academic officer at Charlotte, N.C.-based Advocate Health, overseeing a $4 billion annual budget and clinical, academic and research enterprises. Under her leadership, Wake Forest University School of Medicine is expanding with a second location in Charlotte, set to open in 2025, to address critical healthcare workforce needs and increase access to medical education. Dr. Freischlag has championed groundbreaking community initiatives, including a $450 million care tower project and a $1 million partnership to improve senior health services through intergenerational programs. A renowned vascular surgeon, she continues to practice while driving diversity and innovation in her field. She has earned numerous accolades throughout her career, such as the 2023 “Lifetime Achievement Award” from the Society for Vascular Surgery.
