Douglas Arbittier MD, MBA
About Douglas Arbittier MD, MBA
Douglas Arbittier, MD, MBA, serves as the Vice President of Service Lines at Atlantic Health System, bringing extensive experience in healthcare management and patient care. He previously held leadership roles at WellSpan Health and Samaritan Medical Center, emphasizing innovation and positive patient experiences.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Douglas Arbittier currently serves as Vice President, Service Lines at Atlantic Health System. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization based in Morristown, New Jersey. In this role, he focuses on strategic and operational initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experiences and improving service line performance.
Previous Experience at WellSpan Health
Prior to his current role, Douglas Arbittier worked at WellSpan Health for a total of eight years in various leadership positions. He served as Vice President, Oncology Service Line from 2013 to 2021 and Vice President, Surgical Service Line from 2017 to 2021. He also held roles as Medical Director of Perioperative Services and Chairman of Anesthesiology, demonstrating a strong background in surgical and perioperative management.
Leadership at Samaritan Medical Center
Douglas Arbittier held significant leadership roles at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, New York. He served as President of the Medical Staff for 11 months in 2001 and later as Chairman of Anesthesiology and Medical Director of Surgical Services from 1995 to 2003. His experience at this facility contributed to his expertise in medical staff governance and surgical services.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Arbittier holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology at the University of Pennsylvania from 1992 to 1995. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Ancient History from the University of Pennsylvania from 1983 to 1987. He is currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, which he began in 2011.
Professional Focus and Experience
Douglas Arbittier emphasizes creating a positive patient experience in his roles. He has significant experience in hospital, service line, and medical group management and governance. His focus on innovation and building diverse teams within a multi-hospital health system reflects his commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery.