AHA podcast: The CMO’s Role in Better Outcomes

Apr 06, 2026 - 02:24 PM
Advancing Health: A podcast by the American Hospital Association. A mobile phone displaying the Advancing Health Podcast logo with a set of earbuds next to it.

The role of the chief medical officer is rapidly evolving as health care systems focus on the present and future. In this conversation, Phillip Chang, M.D., chief medical officer of CommonSpirit Health, shares insights on measuring data and quality, leading clinicians through change and building a more patient-centered future. LISTEN NOW

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