Ashis Barad, MD is a physician executive and digital health innovator with over 18 years of experience in clinical medicine and healthcare technology. As the Chief Digital & Technology Officer (CDTO) at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City, Dr. Barad spearheads enterprise-wide digital strategy, leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform patient care, optimize operations, and drive clinical excellence.

Before joining HSS, Dr. Barad served as Chief Digital and Information Officer at Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and Highmark, where he used technology to guide the system toward a population health model rooted in interoperability, innovative care models and digital and virtual health solutions. His leadership encompassed Epic EMR integration, data analytics, ML/AI, and IT operations—all aimed at improving outcomes and reducing costs across the organization.

A board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist, Dr. Barad received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, completed his pediatrics residency at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, and pursued a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at Northwestern University. He brings a rare blend of clinical depth and technical acumen, bridging the gap between bedside medicine and digital innovation.

Dr. Barad’s overarching vision is to “scale trust”—to harness technology in delivering the same compassionate, high-quality care patients expect at the bedside, but at a global scale. Through strategic use of AI, data analytics, and virtual care, he champions efforts to democratize healthcare access, enhance patient outcomes, and build sustainable, patient-centric health systems for the future.