Kurt Newman, MD

President and Chief Executive Officer, Children’s National

Kurt Newman, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer, is a surgeon and recognized leader in pediatric health, nationally and in Washington, DC. Since becoming CEO in 2011, he has fostered a culture of patient-centered care and championed innovations in research, operations, and clinical care. He has forged productive partnerships with other health systems in the region, with government and community entities and with industry at the local, national, and global level. He is also astrong advocate for expanding mental health access for kids and has led two national forums on this issue.