The Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJ Barnabas Health facility, in the United States of America has appointed the daughter of late Professor Dora Akunyili Chief Medical Officer.
In a statement released on the official website of the centre, Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili is the first African American medical professional to serve in that role.
In his reaction, the MD, Executive Vice President/Chief Medical and Quality Officer at WJ Barnabas, Dr. Andy Anderson, said that her experience managing multi-specialty physician groups in integrated health care systems will help support Jersey City Medical Center in providing comprehensive health care throughout the community.
The President and CEO of the Medical Center, Michael Prilutsky added that her wealth of experience and knowledge as Chief Medical Officer will create a world-class experience for every patient at the facility.
” I am confident that Hudson County will benefit in a great way from her leadership, and that her presence will have tremendous impact” he stated.
Speaking on the appointment, Akunyili said she was honoured and grateful for the opportunity and also looking forward in serving the residents of Hudson County.
“It is a true privilege to lead the clinical effort at Jersey City Medical Center and to create sustainable health outcomes for our community” she said.
