WENATCHEE Confluence Health has officially named Dr. James Murray as its new Chief Medical Officer (CMO), marking a significant leadership transition for the healthcare system. This decision follows a thorough evaluation by the Confluence Health Board.

Previously holding the position of interim CMO since July 2023, Dr. Murray steps into the permanent role, succeeding Dr. Jason Lake. His extensive background in medical practice and healthcare leadership positions him as a key figure in advancing Confluence Health's mission of delivering exemplary local healthcare.

"Dr. Murray brings many years of experience to this position, not only in medicine and healthcare leadership, but in understanding our community and its needs," said Dr. Jennifer Jorgensen, president of the Wenatchee Valley Medical Group, the largest physician group affiliated with Confluence Health.

Dr. Murray's medical credentials are robust. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and joined Confluence Health in 2005. His academic foundation includes a medical degree from Loyola University and a residency in internal medicine at Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research. Dr. Murray's career at Confluence Health has been marked by his roles in critical care and medical education, including serving as the medical director for inpatient medicine and for specialty and ancillary medicine.

"I am in full support of the Confluence Health Boards selection and know that Dr. Murrays years of leadership experience and the respect he has earned among his colleagues will make him an excellent CMO," Dr. Andrew Jones, CEO of Confluence Health, commented. He praised Dr. Murray's adept handling of the interim CMO responsibilities, emphasizing his rapid adaptation to the challenges and opportunities within the healthcare system.

Confluence Health's medical networth covers a vast region of over 12,000 square miles across Okanogan, Grant, Douglas, and Chelan counties.

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