Equum Medical Bolsters Leadership Team Amid Growth and Healthcare Challenges

Equum Medical, a New York-based leader in inpatient telehealth services, has announced a significant expansion of its leadership team. This move aims to drive further growth and innovation, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by the current "Labordemic." The expansion highlights Equum Medical's dedication to improving healthcare delivery and strengthening its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I).

The new additions to the senior executive team include Dr. Anisha Mathur as Chief Medical Officer, Krista Merrihew, RN as Chief Nursing Officer, Marcous Gardner, MHA, FACHE as Senior Vice President of Operations, Patrick Levine as Senior Vice President of Finance, and Abbie Turek as Vice President of People and Talent. With diverse backgrounds in healthcare and telehealth, these leaders are expected to bolster Equum Medical's strategic goals, including enhancing telehealth-enabled clinical services and developing innovative patient flow and hospital operation solutions.

Dr. Corey Scurlock, the CEO & Founder of Equum Medical, expressed that these appointments are pivotal for the company’s strategy to excel in telehealth services and meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. He emphasized their roles' importance in achieving operational excellence, talent development, and financial sustainability. Equum Medical aims for a more impactful 2024, focusing on superior patient care and advancing DE&I in its operations and the broader community.

The company's growth in 2023, particularly in ICU and multi-specialty services, along with advancements in virtual nursing and telemetry, showcases its commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes and efficiency. The strategic leadership expansion underscores Equum Medical's aim to lead in acute telehealth services, fostering innovation and inclusivity.