Speakers :
Dave Kempson
CIO
Maricopa Health
David J. Kempson was hired as the CIO and Vice President of Technology for Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS) in July, 2005. Before being hired at MIHS he held positions as Deputy CIO for Maricopa County, the fourth most populous county in the United States and as CIO for the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality where he and his team received national recognition for innovation.
Mr Kempson is also a commissioned officer in the United States Air Force holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Arizona Air National Guard where he has continuously served the 161 st Medical Group since 1988.
Mr. Kempson is a certified Project Management Professional and has earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University. He is an active member of his church and community who enjoys participating in and leading humanitarian missions.
About Maricopa Health:
Maricopa Integrated Health System (MIHS) includes Maricopa Medical Center, the Arizona Burn Center, the Comprehensive Healthcare Center, the McDowell Healthcare Clinic, 10 community-oriented family health centers, and an attendant care program.
Maricopa Medical Center is a premier training center for the nation's physicians. Our medicine, surgery, pediatrics and ob/gyn programs, in particular, contribute to the body of knowledge of patient care. Maricopa Medical Center ensures that health care is available to all area residents giving paying and non-paying patients access to top quality medical care.
MIHS is the health care safety net for citizens of Maricopa County. The health system serves people of many races and nationalities who come from diverse cultures and speak several different languages. Many of the patients face major challenges, such as lack of health insurance, complex medical problems, and difficult socioeconomic situations. Caring for these patients demands special knowledge and sensitivity. MIHS is committed to giving culturally appropriate, sensitive medical care and helping our patients live healthier lives. MIHS provides care for all that enter its doors. Annually, MIHS has nearly 20,000 inpatient admissions and 300,000 outpatient visits.