The Office of the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
The Office of the Chief Strategy Officer serves as a pivotal hub for advancing business and operational functions critical to the success of the Tulane University School of Medicine. This team oversees a broad spectrum of responsibilities aimed at fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth across the organization. These include:
Research Business Development
Building robust corporate partnerships, engaging strategic investors, and fostering relationships with external stakeholders to maximize research, clinical and educational opportunities and impact.
School of Medicine-wide Communications and Marketing
Enhancing the School of Medicine’s brand presence through cohesive communications, engaging websites, and multimedia content that effectively highlight achievements and initiatives.
Clinical Service Line Marketing and Communications
Supporting both Tulane Doctors and LCMC Health clinical operations with targeted marketing strategies and effective communication channels to meet the needs of patients and providers.
Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives
Driving and supporting key initiatives and delivering special projects in alignment with the vision of the Senior Vice President and Dean of the School of Medicine.
Crisis Management
Leading critical planning efforts and crisis communication strategies to ensure institutional resilience, guided by expert analysis and swift decision-making.
Strategic Impact
The CSO’s role is integral to the School of Medicine’s mission of developing the future of medicine. By supporting the institution’s strategic objectives, the CSO fosters advancements in four key areas:
Research
Enabling breakthroughs by aligning resources and partnerships that empower researchers to innovate and collaborate.
Education
Strengthening educational programs to prepare future medical leaders with the skills and expertise needed to address evolving healthcare challenges.
Clinical Care
Enhancing patient-focused initiatives and strategic growth within the clinical service lines to deliver exceptional outcomes.
Community Engagement
Supporting initiatives that expand access to healthcare and create lasting impact within the local and global communities.
The Office of the Chief Strategy Officer drives forward-facing initiatives with a steadfast commitment to excellence across all aspects of medicine and health sciences, securing the Tulane University School of Medicine’s reputation as a leader in education, research, and care.
