Lisa Stump, new Chief Digital Information Officer, focuses on integrating clinical and research functions, and enhancing digital platforms for improved healthcare delivery at Mount Sinai Health System.
Strategic Vision and Initial Priorities
Since her appointment in November 2024 [1], Lisa Stump has been methodically developing Mount Sinai’s digital transformation strategy. As Chief Digital Information Officer, Stump emphasizes the critical importance of becoming a more data-driven organization [1]. Her appointment comes at a crucial time when healthcare organizations are facing increasing cybersecurity challenges, with the technology sector experiencing significant shifts as evidenced by the unemployment rate climbing to 5.7% in January 2025 [4].
Data Governance and Infrastructure Enhancement
One of Stump’s primary initiatives is establishing robust enterprise data governance and stewardship protocols [1]. ‘Being data-driven was a really key part of that – like many organizations, we’re not short on data,’ Stump notes [1]. The strategy includes consolidating decentralized IT services into shared services to improve operational efficiency [1]. This transformation comes as healthcare organizations are increasingly adopting new technologies, with physician AI interest showing a 5% increase in 2024 [4].
Innovation and Technology Integration
Stump’s vision encompasses the integration of cutting-edge clinical technologies, including ambient voice technology, wearables, and sensors for enhanced patient data collection [1]. This aligns with industry trends, as demonstrated by Albany ENT & Allergy Services’ projected 11-13% efficiency increase through ambient medical scribe systems [4]. The implementation of these technologies is being carefully planned to ensure both security and functionality, with Stump particularly emphasizing cybersecurity in an era of increasing threats [1].
Future Outlook and Collaboration
Looking ahead, Mount Sinai is positioning itself at the forefront of healthcare innovation [1]. A crucial upcoming milestone is the scheduled discussion of Stump’s goals for improving provider-researcher collaboration on February 15, 2025 [1]. The transformation strategy aligns with broader industry movements, as evidenced by the upcoming HIMSS25 Global Health Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas this March [2], where healthcare innovation and digital transformation will be key topics of discussion.