Robert Uzzo, MD
Fox Chase Cancer Center officially named Robert Uzzo, MD, president and CEO. Dr. Uzzo will take on several other roles and remain in his current roles, including executive vice president of cancer services for Temple University Health System, senior associate dean of clinical cancer research at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, and president of Fox Chase’s Medical Group.
Dr. Uzzo joined Fox Chase in 2000 and eventually became chair of the Department of Surgery. In the past year, Dr. Uzzo took on the role of interim CEO before his official appointment.
“Dr. Uzzo [has] … a proven track record of leadership success in the complex academic medical center setting, building innovative academic and research programs and strengthening clinical care,” said Michael A. Young, president and CEO of Temple University Health System. “Respected by patients and colleagues alike, he is a compassionate leader who is uniquely qualified to guide Fox Chase’s success well into the future.”
Source: Fox Chase Cancer Center, October 31, 2022.