Simplyhealth appoints new CEO
Dr Sneh Khemka will be ‘leading the organisation through the next stage of its transformation journey’
Dr Khemka will be transitioning into the role of CEO at Simplyhealth from his position at health insurer Aetna International, where he has held a senior leadership role with responsibility for driving the delivery of primary healthcare through digital technology.
Indeed, Dr Khemka has contributed to myriad ITIJ features on the subject of digital technology, among them: the benefits of remote monitoring technologies; Digital lifelines for business travellers and expatriates; and cost containment in the time of coronavirus.
Subject to regulatory approval, Dr Khemka will take up the post of CEO from 1 April 2021.
Commenting on the appointment, Gill Baldwin, Charman of Simplyhealth, said: “We are delighted to announce Sneh as our next Chief Executive. He is passionate about our purpose of improving access to healthcare and working in an organisation whose products and services positively impact the lives of millions of people across the UK. His focus will firmly be on delivering value to our customers and will continue to build on the legacy that Romana [Abdin – eight years CEO of Simplyhealth] is leaving.
“He is a proven business leader with exceptional qualifications for the role of Chief Executive and I look forward to working with him as he shapes and drives the next stage of Simplyhealth’s journey.”
Delivering, accessible, flexible healthcare solutions
Dr Khemka noted that he was ‘delighted’ to be joining Simplyhealth at such a ‘crucial time in its evolution’, and ‘at a time when access to healthcare is more important than ever before’. “I truly believe that by continuing to drive innovation, we will be able to deliver health solutions that are accessible, flexible and personalised to people’s needs,” he added. “I look forward to leading Simplyhealth as it delivers on its purpose, and helps its customers to make the most of life through better everyday health.”