People news: Rome Memorial Hospital names Bushnell CMO

ROME, N.Y. — Rome Memorial Hospital announced it has named Andrew Bushnell, M.D. as its new chief medical officer (CMO).

Bushnell had served as interim CMO since last April, following the departure of Frank Ehrlich, M.D. In addition to his role as CMO, Bushnell will continue as medical director of the hospital’s Emergency Department.

“Dr. Bushnell possesses the leadership skills that are essential to facilitate change through the collaboration of diverse teams to advance quality and foster strategic growth for our hospital,” Rome Memorial Hospital President and CEO David Lundquist, said in a news release.

Bushnell, a graduate of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and the University of Maryland School of Medicine, completed his residency at SUNY Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse. He also earned an MBA from the University of Vermont.

Bushnell said the greatest challenge he faces as CMO is to help guide the hospital in today’s rapidly changing health-care environment.

“I believe my ability to listen to all sides of an issue, when faced with difficult decisions, is an important asset for the position of CMO. This ability, whether applied in the emergency department or the administrative office, is critical in the successful resolution of problems which may arise,” he said in the release.

Bushnell added that he is most looking forward to being able to help the hospital staff to provide patients with the best possible care.

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