Episcopal Health Services Inc., a Queens-based organization that provides emergency and ambulatory care to diverse and underserved populations, has recently strengthened its leadership team with the addition of two key executives. Dr. Jameela Yussuf has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, bringing nearly two decades of healthcare leadership experience from previous roles. Dr. Yussuf will oversee clinical strategies, workforce planning, and service expansion. She holds degrees in MD from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine and an MPH from SUNY DHSU School of Public Health.
Jennifer Newburger has taken on the role of Vice President and Chief Quality Officer, focusing on quality and patient safety. With a background in healthcare quality management, Newburger is well-prepared to lead EHS’s initiatives for high reliability and optimal clinical outcomes. The CEO of EHS, Dr. Donald T. Morrish, expressed enthusiasm for the new appointments, stating that Dr. Yussuf and Ms. Newburger are valuable additions to the leadership team.
Dr. Morrish highlighted that their expertise will be essential in implementing the 5-year strategic plan to improve health outcomes and expand services at Episcopal Health Services Inc.
Episcopal Health Services is dedicated to delivering comprehensive services to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
The addition of these two key executives will help EHS achieve its mission while ensuring high-quality care for all patients it serves.
With their wealth of experience and expertise in healthcare leadership, Dr. Yussuf and Ms. Newburger are expected to play critical roles in driving innovation and improving health outcomes at Episcopal Health Services Inc.
Dr. Morrish said he was thrilled about the new appointments saying that they bring significant value to our organization’s leadership team.
The Rockaway Peninsula-based organization aims to provide comprehensive emergency care services while expanding its reach into underserved communities through these appointments.
Overall, the appointment of these two new executives marks a significant step forward for Episcopal Health Services Inc., which continues its commitment to delivering high-quality care to all patients regardless of their socioeconomic status or geographic location.
