Jennifer Jackman Named Chief Executive Officer of Edinger Medical Group

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – Edinger Medical Group, a physician-owned practice serving Orange County patients for over 50 years, announced today that it has appointed Jennifer Jackman as Chief Executive Officer. Jackman, a highly-respected healthcare leader and recognized public policy advocate for physician organizations, has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She is tasked with leading Edinger’s strategic development and operations.

Prior to joining Edinger Medical Group, Jackman served as CEO for MemorialCare Medical Foundation in Fountain Valley where she oversaw strategy and operations of the Medical Foundation, MemorialCare Medical Group, Greater Newport Physicians IPA, MemorialCare Regional Accountable Care Organization (ACO), and multiple ambulatory surgery and imaging centers. She also was senior vice president of Medical Group Operations for Monarch Healthcare in Irvine, California and was responsible for the OptumCare Medical Group operations – leading the strategic, operational and financial business plans for Monarch’s ACO programs, including the successful Pioneer ACO initiative for Medicare beneficiaries. Prior to Monarch, Jackman served as president and CEO of Bright Health Physicians, where she led development, strategy and operations of the large not-for-profit 1206(l) Clinic Foundation.

"Jennifer’s extensive experience in successfully managing physician organizations and integrated delivery systems will further the continued success of Edinger Medical Group," says Stan Arnold, M.D., president of Edinger Medical Group. "Her strengths are well aligned with Edinger’s mission to provide patients with high quality, compassionate and comprehensive healthcare, and we welcome her strong leadership to our organization.”

“I am proud to be a part of Edinger Medical Group’s vision to be the best primary care medical group that sets the standard for delivering premium, high value, and innovative care to the communities we serve,” explains Jackman. “Edinger receives well-deserved recognition for its excellence in providing high-quality healthcare and patient service, and the unique nature of our patient-centered care model strongly positions the group to adapt to any future changes in healthcare delivery systems.”

Jackman holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from the University of La Verne and received her Master’s Degree in Health Care Ethics from Creighton University.

For more information about Edinger Medical Group and its services, please log on to www.edingermedicalgroup.com.

About Edinger Medical Group

Edinger Medical Group is a physician owned organization committed to improving health in Orange County through quality patient care. With offices in Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley, Edinger physicians specialize in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Pediatrics. Caring for patients for more than 50 years, Edinger Medical Group is a NCQA Level III Patient Centered Medical Home, has annually been recognized for outstanding patient care by the Integrated Healthcare Association and has received consecutive Platinum Awards by the Right Care Initiative recognizing exemplary diabetic and cardiovascular care.