Historic ACMI Biography
Dr. Perlin received his Master of Philosophy degree from Cambridge University, followed by a bachelors degree, MD, a PhD in Molecular Neurobiology, and a Masters of Health Administration and Health Services Research all from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). He then joined the faculties of the Medical College of Virginia and VCU. As a physician at academically-affiliated Veterans Administration (VA) facilities, he ascended from Assistant Professor of Medicine at the McGuire VA Medical Center, to a succession of posts at VA Central in Washington, including Chief Quality and Performance Officer, acting Chief Research & Development Officer, Deputy Under Secretary for Health, and finally Under Secretary for Health. Dr. Perlin left the VA in August of 2006 to become Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President for Quality at Hospital Corporation of America. His nomination to the College notes that he has been a prominent leader and spokesperson for the essential role that health information technologies play in improving quality and engaging and empowering individuals in the management of their own health and health care. His election to the College recognizes these sustained contributions.
Affiliations
The American College of Medical Informatics
ACMI is a college of elected Fellows from the U.S. and abroad who have made significant and sustained contributions to the field of medical informatics. It is the central body for a community of scholars and practitioners who are committed to advancing the informatics field.
Year Elected
2007