James H. Hanson

James H. Hanson is a former physician and medical executive at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals (Oakland), where he practiced pediatric critical care and held leadership roles in medical affairs, quality improvement, and patient safety. He previously served as vice president of medical affairs and medical director of the pediatric intensive care unit at Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland. Hanson also served as medical director of the pediatric intensive care unit at Kaiser Permanente and was a principal at Rona Consulting Group, supporting healthcare institutions in applying the Toyota Management System to improve quality and patient safety. His expertise includes clinical outcomes management, telehealth, and the implementation of lean healthcare strategies. Hanson earned his BA in biology from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MD from the University of Kansas Medical Center.

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