Chief medical officer
Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Chief Medical Officer (pronunciation: /ʧi:f 'mɛdɪkəl 'ɒfɪsər/), often abbreviated as CMO, is a senior executive responsible for managing a company's health services. The term is most commonly used in the healthcare industry, but it can also refer to the top-ranking medical expert within a company in any industry.
Etymology
The term "Chief Medical Officer" is derived from the combination of the words "chief" (from Old French chief, meaning "leader" or "principal"), "medical" (from Latin medicus, meaning "physician"), and "officer" (from Middle English officier, meaning "one who holds an office").
Role and Responsibilities
The Chief Medical Officer is typically responsible for overseeing all aspects of a company's healthcare services. This can include developing and implementing health policies, managing medical staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and advising on health-related issues. In some organizations, the CMO may also be involved in research and development activities related to healthcare.
Related Terms
- Medical Director: A similar role to the CMO, but often with a more specific focus on clinical services within a healthcare organization.
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO): The highest-ranking executive in a company, who the CMO often reports to.
- Healthcare Management: The field of management related to the administration, leadership, and organization of healthcare systems, hospitals, or hospital networks.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chief medical officer
- Wikipedia's article - Chief medical officer
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