Heart Valve Voice US—a patient-advocacy organization focused on improving the diagnosis, treatment, and management of heart valve disease—is pleased to announce that health communications and policy executive John Lewis will lead the organization as Executive Director.
| WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Heart Valve Voice US—a patient-advocacy organization focused on improving the diagnosis, treatment, and management of heart valve disease—is pleased to announce that health communications and policy executive John Lewis will lead the organization as Executive Director.
“Throughout the interview process, John impressed us with his passion for patient advocacy, strategic vision and execution focus,” said Donnette Smith, Chair of the Board of Directors and member of the search committee. “He is the right leader at the right time to drive the continued growth and influence of Heart Valve Voice US.” John joins Heart Valve Voice US with an extensive background in patient advocacy, alliance development and public affairs. Most recently he headed his own health communications and advocacy consultancy, Intersect Strategies, LLC. Previously, he served in senior management positions with the Association of Clinical Research Organizations where he led policy development, communications, and government relations. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Duquesne University and an M.A. in Communication from American University. “Patients will be at the center of all of our actions and our top priority will be to work to expand access to timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment for heart valve patients,” said newly named Executive Director John Lewis. “At the same time, we will build relationships with clinicians, researchers, allied organizations and industry partners to develop programs and advance policies that benefit heart valve patients.” About:
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