Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health has named Barbara Martin, PhD, the health system's senior vice president for advanced practice.
Dr. Martin will be responsible for leading a team of 2,400 advanced practice providers including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified nurse midwives, according to a press release shared with Becker's Aug. 31.
Dr. Martin previously served as CommonSpirit's director for advanced practice ambulatory care.
"At CommonSpirit Health, we know advanced practice providers are essential to delivering quality patient care and in this role, I'm looking forward to building upon our commitment to the role of advanced practice as integral members of the team," Dr. Martin said. "I am grateful for this opportunity to work hand in hand with our team to continue improving the lives of our patients in each of the communities we serve."