The Healthcare Supply Chain Association, which represents U.S. group purchasing organizations, tapped Khatereh Calleja to serve as its new president and CEO, effective April 29.
The key details to know:
1. Ms. Calleja previously served as the senior vice president of technology and regulatory affairs for AdvaMed.
2. She has a track record of advocating for healthcare supply chain stakeholders in Washington, D.C.
3. "Healthcare group purchasing organizations (GPOs) play a vital role in reducing costs and increasing innovation throughout the entire healthcare system,” Ms. Calleja said. “The value that GPOs deliver to providers, Medicare and Medicaid, and taxpayers is indispensable in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. I look forward to being a strong voice for the healthcare supply chain in Washington and serving as a resource to policymakers and partner to all supply chain stakeholders."