Dr. Conroy has led Dartmouth Health as its president and CEO since 2017, overseeing management of the state’s only academic health system. She has overseen an improvement in the system’s financial performance, two major new expansion projects, the addition of new member hospitals, the creation of a new strategic planning process and enhanced safety outcomes. As a founding member of Women of Impact, Dr. Conroy is a vocal advocate for increasing the role of women in healthcare leadership. She was honored with the 2021 Steven Schroeder Award for Outstanding Healthcare CEO given by The Leapfrog Group. Dr. Conroy is the chair elect of the American Hospital Association and will assume the chair role in January 2024. Under Dr. Conroy’s leadership, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center has been consistently ranked as the top hospital in New Hampshire by U.S. News & World Report.
Becker's Recognition
Joanne Conroy, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2023 Winner

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60 Health System CEO Influencers
Thanks to their high-visibility roles, hospital and health system CEOs have the unique opportunity to influence the healthcare industry as a whole.
Whether these leaders are challenging the status quo, championing public health issues, pioneering new models of care, or embracing novel technologies, the nation – and even the world – is watching. More often than not, the precedents these executives set go on to become the golden standard for healthcare.
Becker’s is proud to honor 60 hospital and health system CEOs who are using their considerable influence to shape the future of healthcare.
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Top Hospital and Health System CEO Influencers
Whether these leaders are challenging the status quo, championing public health issues, pioneering new models of care, or embracing novel technologies, the nation – and even the world – is watching. More often than not, the precedents these executives set go on to become the golden standard for healthcare.
2023 Winner

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Great Healthcare Leaders to Know
During this unprecedented era in healthcare, strong leaders are guiding their organizations to new heights.
The below leaders are using innovative digital technology, novel care delivery approaches and creative care solutions to shape the future of healthcare.
2024 Winner

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Great Leaders in Healthcare
Healthcare is rapidly evolving and the best leaders have embraced change and are leading organizations on the forefront of transforming care delivery. The below leaders are using innovative digital technology, novel care delivery approaches and creative care solutions to shape the future of healthcare.
2024 Winner

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Women Hospital CEOs to know
The women leading these hospitals and health systems are passionate about care access, equity and diversity, and the overall improvement of healthcare delivery.
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