Atlantic Health Introduces New Strategic Leader for Service Lines

Forging an exciting, new path forward for its award-winning clinical service lines, Atlantic Health System is proud to announce Douglas Arbittier, MD, MBA has joined the organization as Vice President, Service Lines. Overseeing the operations for care provided through the system’s key services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, neuroscience, and women’s health, Dr. Arbittier will provide strategic and clinical leadership in support to advancing Atlantic Health System’s mission of building healthier communities.

In his new role, Dr. Arbittier will work to ensure Atlantic Health service lines continue to grow to meet the ever-changing needs of all health care consumers, including inpatient, outpatient and preventive services. Along with making sure patients are always able to access the care they need when they need it, Dr. Arbittier will also have a role in driving the continued clinical excellence that helps define the care delivered across the system.

“I am thrilled to join the team at Atlantic Health System in finding innovative and transformative ways to deliver the care our patients need,” said Dr. Arbittier. “Throughout the pandemic the service line teams at Atlantic Health System have delivered leading quality and life improving care, in a safe environment. I look forward to collaborating across the system to continue this mission and find new ways to serve the friends, families and neighborhoods within our communities.”

Dr. Arbittier comes to Atlantic Health System after spending 17 years with Wellspan Health, where he served in both clinical and administrative roles, culminating in leadership of the Oncology and Surgical service lines. Prior to that he was Chairman of the Department of Anesthesiology at York Hospital and President of the medical staff at WellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospital located in York, PA. Before joining Wellspan, Dr. Arbittier was the Chief of Medical Staff and Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY. Dr. Arbittier earned his medical degree and did his residency in Anesthesiology at the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his MBA from the University of Tennessee.

“Doug brings a seasoned approach to growing and developing service lines,” said Amy Perry, Senior Vice President, Integrated Care Delivery, CEO, Hospital Division, Atlantic Health System. “His focus on patient experience, quality and growth will greatly benefit our community.”

Learn more about the rest of the Atlantic Health System leadership team here.