Kevin B. Mahoney, a 23-year veteran of Penn Medicine, became CEO of the University of Pennsylvania Health System on July 1. In a Q&A, Mahoney shares his expertise and inspiration on Penn Medicine’s strengths, where it can improve, and a little insight into his downtime.
“Above all, we have incredible talent at all levels—from international award-winning scientists to the most compassionate doctors and nurses you could ever meet, to the courteous and helpful employees who help our patients to find their way to appointments when they come in the door.
Second, the stability of our mission and unwavering strategy are a cornerstone of our success. We focus on excellence and execution in everything we do, whether it’s advanced medicine, scientific discovery, or community care. That stability is also evident in the longevity of our leadership and the tenure of our employees—that’s very unique, and creates a genuine, collegial spirit across the institution. People really care about one another.”
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