Martha H. Marsh, a veteran leader in the health-care field, has been named president and chief executive officer of Stanford Hospital & Clinics, officials announced Jan. 29. Her appointment will become effective in April. Marsh most recently served as the director of hospital and clinics and the chief operating officer at UC-Davis Health System in Sacramento. 

"Martha Marsh is a very experienced and dedicated individual who can ensure that Stanford Hospital & Clinics continues to lead the way in quality patient care while supporting medical education and biomedical research," said Denise O'Leary, chair of the hospital's board of directors. 

 

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If you have suggestions for improving patient safety or are aware of a problem that may put patients at risk, please contact:

Larry Shuer, Chief of staff via email: lshuer@stanford.edu

Betsy Williams Chief operating officer via email: betsy.williams@medcenter.stanford.edu

Brenda Fisher, Director of quality improvement via email: brenda.fisher@medcenter.stanford.edu