Shane Thielman is responsible for the vision and implementation of Scripps’ information and digital technology. As Scripps’ chief information and digital officer, Thielman provides leadership for the development, implementation, integration and execution of technology and biomedical engineering initiatives, focusing on solutions that enable system strategy and deliver effective clinical and business operations. He directs a fully integrated network of information technology services, comprising five hospital campuses, 30 ambulatory sites and a variety of administrative and specialty centers. He is responsible for ensuring Scripps’ technology, infrastructure, systems, and data and analytics align with and support Scripps’ enterprise strategy and operational priorities.

Shane joined Scripps Health in 2006 and has held a variety of leadership positions across strategic planning, project management, medical management, and information technology before being named Chief Information Officer in 2019.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Spanish from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon and a Master of Healthcare Administration from the University of Southern California. Shane is active in the American College of Healthcare Executives and College of Healthcare Information Management Executives.