Nationwide search begins for new chief operating officer of UI Health Care


by The Daily Iowan

The Daily Iowan— UI Health Care launched a search for a new chief operating officer Tuesday after current COO Emily Blomberg announced her departure. Blomberg was appointed to the position in January 2022. Denise Jamieson, dean of the UI Carver College of Medicine, said Blomberg will transition to a leadership position in her home state of Minnesota. Jamieson

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