Cecilia Aviles, MBA, BSN, RN’s Post

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Chief Operating Officer⎜Growth and Strategy⎜Healthcare⎜Increasing greater access to quality healthcare services

After 11 incredible years at Sutter Health, the time has come for me to embark on a new adventure. As I reflect on this journey, I'm filled with immense gratitude and pride for all we've accomplished together. From my early days as a Director to my role as COO, I've had the privilege of leading and learning from some of the most talented professionals in healthcare. Together, we achieved remarkable milestones in some of the most challenging healthcare environments of this century. Our team of 2,500 staff and hundreds of physicians served over 3 million patients annually, earning top ratings for Medicare Advantage patient experience and won two IHA awards. We pioneered critical COVID-19 responses, including the first respiratory care center and mass vaccination unit in our area. We made patients feel seen, heard, and cared for, which has been my primary motivation since becoming a nurse decades ago. But beyond the metrics, what I'll cherish most are the personal stories of growth and inspiration. Helping team members advance in their careers, mentoring future leaders, and seeing more LatinX professionals rise in healthcare has been truly fulfilling. I'll never forget the moment a young LatinX team member told me, "Because of you, I'm going to go back and get my nursing degree." I leave with countless stories just like that and I beam with pride thinking about them. As I prepare for my next chapter (stay tuned for that exciting announcement!), I carry with me the lessons, friendships, and memories from Sutter Health. I'm optimistic about the future of healthcare and excited to continue contributing to its evolution. Here's to new beginnings and the endless possibilities that lie ahead. And yes, I’m taking the cowbell I used to celebrate wins with me! Stay tuned for what’s next soon.

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Trish L. Burgin, RN, MSN, PHN

Area Director RN, Urgent Care, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Los Gatos, Fremont, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Carlos, San Mateo at SUTTER Greater Silicon Valley Market

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Congratulations on your next adventure!

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Congrats!!! Can’t wait to hear about the next chapter ✨

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Thanks for the support over the years. You will be missed.

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Jennifer Vessels

Award Winning Keynote Speaker, CEO, Board Advisor: Technology, Future, Navigating Change, AI, Future-ready Leadership from30 years experience: - Adobe, Google, Microsoft, GE, Novartis, +

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WAHOOOOOO - Congrats on GREAT impact, massive accomplishments for Sutter Health Cecilia Aviles, MBA, BSN, RN.. Looking soooo forward to hearing 'the next step'!!

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Jennifer F.

Executive Leader • Growth Strategist • Internal and External Affairs Expert • Innovation and Operational Excellence • Driving Large-Scale Initiatives, Engaging Partnerships, and Legacy Projects

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Your unwavering dedication and passion for improving the lives of others have truly made a lasting impact. Congratulations on your remarkable achievements at Sutter Health! Looking forward to hearing more about your new role where I am sure you will continue to shine ✨

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John DaCosta

𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲-𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰 ► 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 ► 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 ► 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 ► Solutions-focused strategy, market share expansion, and account acquisition / retention ► Embrace challenges. Question convention.

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Cecilia Aviles, MBA, BSN, RN - Seeing the abundance of excitement you have for this new challenge is inspiring. Break a leg in the new role! (although perhaps I shouldn't say that to a healthcare leader! 😂 )

Carol Barnett Davis, PhD, MBA

Assistant Research Professor, McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown University.

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So proud of and happy to see you finish one chapter with your special finesse, having clearly made a huge impact. Looking forward to seeing what’s ahead, and which lucky team will benefit from your dedication, insight, and compassion next! Go well, dear friend!!

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Denise Brosseau

CEO, Thought Leadership Lab | Coaching senior leaders to be more effective & impactful | Building more thought leaders & thought leading organizations. Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Thought Leadership Consultant

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What an amazing career you’ve had there. I’m sure they are very sorry to lose you. Can’t wait to hear what’s next. Go Cecilia!

Madeleine Viden

Divisional Finance Officer - Palo Alto Medical Foundation

3w

Congratulations and best wishes! I had the honor and privilege to be your Finance dyad partner through multiple reorgs and other changes for many years!! It was always so much fun to work with you! I appreciate your leadership, loyalty, and grace. You will be missed!! I look forward to hearing about your next chapter soon! ❤️

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Patty Bauer Rizvi RN MHI

Healthcare Operations | Strategy | Integration | Innovation

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It has been such an honor to work with you during your time at Sutter. You have been so supportive of my evolution as a leader and I am so grateful for that. Your focus on equity for our teams and for our patients has been inspirational and has shaped how I lead now. Can’t wait for the announcement and for all that is to come in your future!

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