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Craig T. Albanese, MD, Appointed President of Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente, a prominent health care provider, has announced the appointment of Craig T. Albanese, MD, MBA, as the president of Integrated Care and Coverage effective September 29, 2025. Albanese, who previously served as the CEO of Duke University Health System, brings a wealth of experience in health care leadership and operations to this new role.

In his position at Kaiser Permanente, Albanese will oversee day-to-day operations across the integrated health care system. He will also work closely with the Permanente Medical Groups, and will be accountable for driving strategic initiatives and enhancing performance across all the markets served by Kaiser Permanente. This includes direct oversight of various crucial areas such as hospital operations, pharmacy services, human resources, and labor strategy, all of which will report to him.

Greg A. Adams, the chair and CEO of Kaiser Permanente said, "Craig has a deep commitment to high-quality care delivery and is an advocate for value-based care. His extensive leadership and operational expertise gained from multiple top-tier health systems will be vital in further fortifying Kaiser Permanente's operations. This experience will help us meet the evolving needs of our members and patients."

Albanese’s career spans over 25 years in the health care sector, during which he has held numerous leadership roles in some of the most prestigious academic health systems in the nation. At Duke University Health System, he not only served as CEO but also as executive vice president and chief operating officer, giving him hands-on experience in managing diverse aspects of health care services.

Prior to his tenure at Duke, Albanese played a pivotal role at NewYork-Presbyterian, where he was the chief clinical integration officer and the system chief medical officer. His leadership there contributed to a period of rapid expansion and integration, and he also held the position of chief operating officer for their women’s and children’s hospitals.

An accomplished pediatric surgeon, Albanese's experience includes positions in education, quality, and performance improvement, with significant roles in perioperative services at organizations like Stanford Children's Health and University of California, San Francisco. His diverse background equips him with the skills to effectively navigate the complexities of a sophisticated health care landscape.

In terms of education, Albanese received his undergraduate degree from Washington and Lee University in Virginia, followed by an MBA from the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, culminating in a medical degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn.

As Kaiser Permanente continues to shape the future of health care in America, Albanese’s leadership is expected to reinforce the organization’s commitment to providing high-quality, affordable health care services while further enhancing the experience for its members. Kaiser Permanente, which has been operational since 1945, currently serves over 12.6 million members across eight states and the District of Columbia. The organization's unique model of coordinated care combines prevention, treatment, and ongoing support, empowering their medical teams through cutting-edge technology and resources.

Kaiser Permanente's mission remains to improve the health of its members and communities it serves, which is aligned with Albanese’s vision for value-based health care delivery. As he steps into this integral role, the health care community will be watching closely to see how his leadership will influence the future of integrated health at Kaiser Permanente.

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