David Veillette
President and CEO, Western Regional Medical Center
David Veillette is President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) at Western Regional Medical Center in Goodyear, Arizona. Previously, Mr. Veillette served as President and CEO of The Indiana Heart Hospital (a fully digital heart hospital) and as CEO of the Oklahoma Heart Center, LLC.
Mr. Veillette received national recognition as the winner of the 2004 Louis Sullivan Award from the Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange, which recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves through their leadership, vision and achievements in advancing the overall quality and efficiency of healthcare.
With more than 35 years of experience in the healthcare field, in both clinical and leadership roles, Mr. Veillette has held national registries in cardiovascular, perfusion, radiology, and pulmonary technologies. He is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Mr. Veillette earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, a master’s degree in business and a PhD in management studies.
He has published a book on the future of healthcare and what the smart organization can do for its success titled, Hospitals in Crisis: A Digital Solution. In addition, he has written several articles and lectured at national programs and symposiums on the current state and future of healthcare.
For years, Mr. Veillette has also served on several national and international committees and boards of directors.
Mr. Veillette is a Paul Harris Fellow in Rotary International, and is actively involved in the community. He served as Chairman for the American Heart Association's Heart Walk in 2000 in Oklahoma City, and in 2003 in Indianapolis.
