Specialist TeleMed appoints Heather Barrett as Chief Executive Officer and Cari Hollis as Chief Operating Officer.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2/5/2025 – Specialist TeleMed (STeM) announced today that Heather Barrett has been appointed as the new CEO, having previously served as STeM’s long-time COO. In another executive leadership move, Cari Hollis will assume the role of COO, having previously served as STeM’s Chief Quality Officer. Both leaders bring a wealth of expertise, a deep commitment to STeM’s mission, and a proven track record of operational excellence.
Alexander Mason, MD, STeM’s founder and former CEO, has made the decision to step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Mason will remain an integral part of the organization, continuing to serve on the STeM Board of Directors and leading as the Executive Director of Medical Education. In this role, Dr. Mason will continue to drive initiatives focused on telehealth education and the advancement of healthcare access through technology.
Dr. Mason, a renowned neurosurgeon with decades of experience, has been a pivotal force in shaping STeM’s vision of delivering high-quality healthcare solutions through telehealth. His ongoing dedication to improving patient outcomes and expanding access to care will remain central to STeM’s mission.
“I am honored to continue serving STeM in this new capacity,” said Dr. Mason. “With Heather and Cari leading the organization, I am confident that STeM’s commitment to advancing telehealth and delivering exceptional care will only grow stronger.”
Heather Barrett has played a crucial role in scaling STeM’s operations, fostering strategic partnerships, and improving service delivery. With over 15 years of experience in leadership, she is celebrated for her ability to lead with vision, inspire teams, and execute growth strategies that prioritize patient care and innovation. Under her guidance as CEO, STeM is poised to expand its impact and enhance access to quality telehealth services.
Cari Hollis has been instrumental in ensuring STeM’s quality initiatives meet the highest standards of excellence while ensuring partner satisfaction is a success. With her expertise in clinical and business operational management, process improvement, and compliance in a healthcare setting, she has built a culture of continuous improvement that supports both patients and providers. As COO, Hollis will continue to lead efforts to streamline operations and enhance the patient experience.
Both Barrett and Hollis share a vision for expanding healthcare access and innovation. As they assume their new roles, they remain dedicated to scaling STeM’s services to reach more communities and ensure that patients have access to the highest standards of telehealth care.
About Specialist TeleMed
STeM helps hospitals, clinics, and remote locations across America increase access to specialty care through the delivery of seamless telemedicine consultations and evaluations.
As a physician-led company, STeM offers care in more than 20 specialties adapted to the unique needs of each client site. Find out how STeM harnesses the power of specialty telemedicine to elevate patient care.
For more information, please contact info@specialisttelemed.com.