Why CFO–CPO alignment is critical: Insights from Dartmouth Health


Monday, March 30th, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

As pharmacy plays an increasingly central role in both patient care and financial performance, alignment between the CFO and chief pharmacy officer is becoming non-negotiable for many health systems.

Stronger collaboration between finance and pharmacy leaders can help organizations better understand medication costs, revenue streams and operational risk tied to pharmacy services.

This webinar explores how Dartmouth Health is addressing that challenge through closer alignment between its CFO and CPO.

In this peer-to-peer discussion, Dartmouth Health executives will share how stronger collaboration is improving decision-making, enhancing visibility into pharmacy performance and supporting both patient and financial outcomes.

Attendees will learn how finance and pharmacy teams can work together to navigate rising drug costs and increasing payer pressure.

Insights include:
 
  • Why pharmacy is becoming a strategic priority for both clinical and financial leadership
  • How CFO–pharmacy alignment improves visibility into medication cost and revenue performance
  • Lessons from Dartmouth Health on strengthening executive collaboration
  • Opportunities to optimize access, site of care, specialty pharmacy, infusion and revenue cycle performance 

Presenters:

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Keith Thomasset

Chief Pharmacy Officer, Dartmouth Health

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Wendy Fielding

Chief Financial Officer, Dartmouth Health

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Dave Hager

SVP Client Success, Visante