Adrienne Brott Takes the Helm as Quest Diagnostics' Chief Quality Officer

Quest Diagnostics Welcomes Adrienne Brott as Chief Quality Officer

Quest Diagnostics, a prominent player in diagnostic information services, recently announced the appointment of Adrienne L. Brott as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Quality and Regulatory Affairs Officer. This decision marks a significant step forward in Quest's commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance within the laboratory diagnostic sector.

Adrienne Brott brings to the table a wealth of experience, having held influential positions at major healthcare organizations, including Getinge, Becton Dickinson (BD), Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott Laboratories. Her extensive background includes overseeing quality and regulatory processes across various manufacturing sites globally, which aligns perfectly with Quest's vision for continuous improvement in healthcare services.

Ms. Brott's primary responsibility at Quest will involve spearheading the company's strategies pertaining to quality adherence and regulatory compliance. She will be pivotal in navigating the complex landscape of both U.S. and international regulations that govern diagnostic laboratories. Reporting directly to Jim Davis, the company's Chairman, CEO, and President, Ms. Brott will also be an integral part of the Executive Leadership Team.

Jim Davis expressed confidence in her leadership skills, highlighting her proven track record of optimizing quality processes in the healthcare industry. He noted that her appointment positions Quest Diagnostics favorably as it faces an increasingly complicated regulatory environment while striving for excellence in quality delivery.

Before joining Quest Diagnostics, Ms. Brott served as the senior vice president for the quality and regulatory division at Getinge, where she effectively managed acute care therapy services. Her role at BD fortified her expertise in quality management and regulatory compliance, particularly in ensuring the performance and safety of medical technologies. During her tenure, she successfully led initiatives to simplify quality systems, transforming practices across multiple manufacturing sites.

Moreover, her leadership extends beyond her corporate roles. As a co-chair of the Advancing Quality Excellence Collaborative Community (AQEcc), she collaborates with various stakeholders, including the FDA, to enhance the standards of medical device quality and patient safety. This commitment underscores her strong dedication to improving healthcare outcomes not only for patients but for the industry as a whole.

Adrienne Brott holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and a bachelor's degree with a double major in biology and environmental studies from Lake Forest College. This educational background, coupled with her leadership experience, positions her as a thought leader in healthcare quality and compliance.

As Quest Diagnostics continues to evolve in the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, advancements led by figures such as Adrienne Brott will likely stay at the forefront. With her expertise steering the quality and regulatory framework, the company is poised for sustained success in delivering precise and reliable diagnostic information.