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NextGen Healthcare Adds Global Expert in Artificial Intelligence to C-Suite

1. NextGen Healthcare appoints Sanjeev Kumar as Chief Data and Analytics Officer. 2. Kumar has extensive experience in AI and data analytics across various industries. 3. His leadership is expected to enhance NextGen's AI and analytics capabilities. 4. The company aims to improve provider efficiency and patient outcomes. 5. NextGen's AI solutions could save providers significant documentation time.

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Kumar's appointment could enhance innovation and efficiency at NextGen, attracting investors. Historical examples show leadership changes boost stock prices, like past tech IPOs.

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Leadership changes are pivotal for companies in tech. Kumar’s expertise can bring substantial technological advancements and market confidence.

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Sanjeev Kumar’s strategic impact may unfold over several quarters, enhancing overall performance. Long-term leadership changes often stabilize a company's direction.

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REMOTE-FIRST COMPANY/DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NextGen Healthcare, a leading provider of innovative healthcare technology, is rounding out its c-suite with the addition of technology veteran Sanjeev Kumar, Ph.D., as Chief Data and Analytics Officer. Dr. Kumar will oversee advanced analytics and AI/machine learning (AI/ML) across NextGen Healthcare’s software solutions to optimize provider efficiency and patient outcomes. “Dr. Sanjeev Kumar has been a leader in artificial intelligence from its earliest stages, well ahead of its rise to the global spotlight. His appointment underscores our commitment to delivering best-in-class technology,” said David Sides, chief executive officer, NextGen Healthcare. “Dr. Kumar's vast experience will propel our data analytics, AI, and machine learning strategies forward, accelerating our work to drive better outcomes for our clients and their patients.” Dr. Kumar brings over two decades of leadership in data analytics and AI/ML across industries such as healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and oil and gas. Most recently, as Chief Data Officer at Gainwell Technologies, he led the development and growth of Genius, a SaaS-based, multi-tenant platform for data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. Under his leadership, Dr. Kumar and his teams collaborated closely with Medicaid agencies across the nation, leveraging advanced analytics to enhance the lives of millions of members. His experience includes leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies such as Dell, Honeywell, and Avis, where he crafted and implemented AI and data strategies and led global teams in digital transformations. Recognized as a top 100 US Data & Analytics Innovator by Corinium Intelligence, he frequently delivers keynote speeches at industry events. Dr. Kumar holds multiple advanced degrees in artificial intelligence and computer science, including a doctoral degree from University College London in the United Kingdom. He was a visiting professor and postdoctoral researcher at Cornell University and George Mason University and serves as an advisory board member for a number of startups. Dr. Kumar lives in Dallas, Texas. "I look forward to collaborating with NextGen Healthcare’s talented teams to expand the horizons of what AI, machine learning, and data analytics can achieve in healthcare,” said Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, chief data and analytics officer, NextGen Healthcare. “Together, we will build solutions that enhance our platform and make real impact in the lives of providers and patients." Visit nextgen.com to learn more about how NextGen Healthcare is leveraging AI to save healthcare providers up to two hours of documentation time per day. About NextGen Healthcare, Inc. NextGen Healthcare, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative healthcare technology and data solutions. We are reimagining ambulatory healthcare with award-winning EHR, practice management and surround solutions that enable providers to deliver whole-person health and value-based care. Our highly integrated, intelligent, and interoperable solutions increase clinical quality and productivity, enrich the patient experience and drive superior financial performance. We are on a relentless quest to achieve better healthcare outcomes for all. Learn more at nextgen.com, and follow us on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

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