Dr. Fu assumed the role of chief health informatics officer at Michigan Medicine in April 2026, bringing a track record of improving healthcare services through innovative use of clinical informatics and health IT in academic medical centers and large integrated health systems. She applies design thinking and human-centered design principles to her work and has previously held roles as CMIO, CIO, division chief for pediatric hospital medicine, fellowship director, co-lead for a Clinical and Translational Science Institute informatics core and health system research informatics lead. Before joining Michigan Medicine, Dr. Fu spent seven years at Duarte, Calif.-based City of Hope. Dr. Fu is recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering strong stakeholder relationships at all levels and aligning complex organizations toward strategic goals.
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Becker's Recognition
Penelope Fu, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2026 Winner

