Augusta Health Appoints Leigh Williams as Vice President and Chief Information Officer

FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA—Augusta Health proudly announces the appointment of Leigh Williams, MHIIM, FHIMSS, FACHDM, CHCIO, as Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective January 12, 2025. Since joining Augusta Health in 2021, Williams has been instrumental in advancing the organization’s technology strategy, most recently serving as Assistant Chief Information Officer. Her leadership has strengthened IT governance, enhanced collaboration across clinical and business operations, and driven innovation to support Augusta Health’s mission.

Under Williams’ guidance, Augusta Health’s Information Technology (IT) team has successfully implemented nearly 200 technology solutions, improving system integration, workflow efficiency, and digital access for patients and providers. She has championed human-centered design principles and innovative partnerships that align technology with the needs of clinicians, staff, and patients.

As CIO, Williams will oversee all IT functions, adding clinical engineering, informatics, and information security to her responsibilities. She will be a key member of Augusta Health’s executive leadership team, driving digital transformation initiatives that enhance patient care and operational excellence.

With more than 15 years of leadership in healthcare IT, Williams has held key roles at the University of Virginia Health System and the University of Mississippi Medical Center. A certified Healthcare CIO and HIMSS Fellow, she is a recognized thought leader in healthcare technology innovation, digital transformation, and physician well-being. She frequently speaks at industry conferences and will begin her second term as President of Virginia HIMSS in 2025. Additionally, Williams serves as an Ambassador for the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, advocating for technology solutions that support clinician well-being.

Williams has played a vital role in shaping Augusta Health’s digital transformation strategy, including selecting MEDITECH Expanse as the organization’s next-generation Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform. She is committed to leveraging technology, data, and human-centered design to enhance patient experiences and drive sustainable innovation.

“I am so excited for the opportunity to continue working with our exceptional team to enhance Augusta Health’s technology ecosystem,” said Williams. “Digital transformation is more than new systems—it’s about creating solutions that empower clinicians, improve workflows, and ultimately enhance patient care. I am most enthusiastic about our opportunities to meaningfully improve the daily professional experience of every Augusta Health team member by implementing emerging and trusted technologies that focus on the human experience of working in healthcare and leverage decades of learning around compliance and risk to finally make use of our tools in a way that improves and amplifies our professional practice. It is an exciting period of growth for Augusta Health, and I look forward to leading our next phase of innovation and progress.”