NYC Health + Hospitals announced the appointment of two new senior executives, including Indian American Divya Pathak, who will serve as Vice President and Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer.
In this role, Pathak will lead systemwide efforts to advance data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital innovation. Kenra Ford has also been appointed as Senior Vice President of Clinical Services Operations.
“Today we recognize two leaders who have already built an impressive record within our health system,” said NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO Mitchell Katz, MD, in a statement on April 24, 2025. “I look forward to working with them in their new roles to help our system build a stronger future.”
“NYC Health + Hospitals is uniquely positioned because of the diverse population we serve,” said NYC Health + Hospitals Vice President and Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, Divya Pathak. “Leveraging advanced analytics and AI here presents a tremendous opportunity to enhance care delivery, improve operational efficiency, and drive better patient outcomes for all New Yorkers, who come from all walks of life. By effectively implementing AI, we can set a powerful example for other public health systems, demonstrating how AI and digital technology can be tailored to meet the needs of such a diverse population.”
In her new role, Pathak will oversee the organization’s data and AI functions, leading a multidisciplinary technical team. Her responsibilities include enabling collaboration across departments and guiding the development and integration of AI-driven tools and data insights that enhance care quality, boost operational performance, and improve patient outcomes across the health system.
Prior to this role, Pathak served as Chief Data Officer at NYC Health + Hospitals, where she led the development of the organization’s enterprise data strategy and governance framework. Her new role expands her leadership to include AI strategy and implementation.
Pathak brings deep expertise in data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence, with prior experience at Mayo Clinic and IBM Research. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Jamshedpur, India. She also holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Oklahoma State University and an MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.
