MADISON, Wis. -- UnityPoint Health-Meriter on Wednesday named a new chief medical officer, concluding a nationwide search.

Dr. Karyn Baum accepted the position, joining the healthcare provider from Essentia Health. She was Essentia's chief transformation officer. Dr. Baum previously held leadership positions at M Health and the University of Minnesota Medical Center.

"Dr. Baum’s broad experience in healthcare leadership and her deep commitment to improving patient care will be instrumental as we continue to elevate the quality of services we offer to the communities we serve," Meriter market president James Arnett said. " I’m confident that Dr. Baum’s leadership will help guide Meriter into a bright future."

Dr. Baum also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota Sc

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