David Colarusso
About David Colarusso
David Colarusso's Role at Steward
David Colarusso serves as the Chief Information Officer at Steward. He joined the company in 2012 and has since been instrumental in modernizing the organization's Healthcare Information Technology systems. Before taking on the role of CIO, David was the Deputy Chief Information Officer at Steward. He has led significant initiatives, including the standardization of the EMR platform across all of Steward's acute care facilities by 2020.
David Colarusso's Experience in Healthcare IT
With over 25 years of experience in Healthcare Information Technology, David Colarusso has substantial expertise in the field. Before joining Steward, he spent 17 years on the EMR vendor side, where he was involved in implementing, developing, and updating hospital software. His extensive background in both vendor-side and organizational roles provides him with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare IT needs and challenges.
David Colarusso's Contributions to Steward's Growth
David Colarusso has played a pivotal role in Steward's growth, particularly through the acquisitions and onboarding of new hospitals. His leadership in standardizing the EMR platform has streamlined operations and improved efficiency across Steward's facilities. These efforts have been critical in integrating new hospitals into the Steward system smoothly.
David Colarusso's Leadership in Healthcare IT
David Colarusso has held prominent positions within the healthcare IT community. He served as the CIO Forum Co-Chair for the Massachusetts Health Data Consortium, demonstrating his leadership and influence in the sector. Additionally, he has been a keynote speaker at various major HIT industry and EMR vendor conferences, including HIMSS and Microsoft events. These speaking engagements underline his status as an expert and thought leader in Healthcare Information Technology.
David Colarusso's Educational Background
David Colarusso holds a B.S. in Biology from Stonehill College. His formal education in biology complements his extensive experience in healthcare IT, providing him with a strong foundation in both the scientific and technological aspects of healthcare.