YORK, Pa. (June 15, 2026) – WellSpan Health announced that Wasif Jamal has joined the organization as senior vice president and chief information officer, effective today. Jamal brings more than 15 years of executive leadership experience driving large-scale digital, infrastructure, cybersecurity and organizational transformation across health care and global technology environments.
In his new role, Jamal will lead enterprise-wide information technology and analytics for WellSpan, overseeing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, application product strategy and enterprise analytics. His work will ensure technology and data-driven insights continue to support clinical excellence, operational efficiency and business transformation across the health system.
“Wasif is a visionary technology leader with a proven ability to modernize complex systems, strengthen cybersecurity and deliver meaningful results,” said Kasey Paulus, executive vice president and chief operating officer, WellSpan Health. “His leadership will be critical in leveraging technology and data to improve access, enhance the care experience and drive innovation across our organization. We are excited to welcome Wasif to WellSpan.”
Prior to joining the health system, Jamal served as global chief technology officer at Providence Health in Renton, Washington, where he led enterprise-wide infrastructure, cloud, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity initiatives. In that role, he oversaw a team helping drive significant operational efficiencies, modernize core systems and strengthen the resilience and security of critical technology platforms.
Earlier in his career, Jamal held senior global technology leadership roles at Microsoft Corporation and General Electric, where he led large-scale infrastructure, security and enterprise transformation initiatives supporting mission-critical platforms worldwide.
“I’m honored to join WellSpan Health and excited to contribute to an organization committed to reimagining healthcare for the communities it serves,” said Jamal. “I look forward to partnering with WellSpan’s leaders and teams to advance digital transformation and deliver meaningful impact for patients and communities.”
Jamal holds a master’s degree in computer information systems from Gannon University and a bachelor’s degree in electrical telecommunications engineering from the National University of Science and Technology. He is Lean Six Sigma certified and has also completed advanced leadership and strategy training through Stanford University.
About WellSpan Health
WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,700 employed providers, more than 250 locations, 12 award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
