PracticeWise Announces New CEO, Heather Brennan, PhD

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PracticeWise is pleased to announce the appointment of Heather Brennan, Ph.D. as the new CEO and member of the Board of Directors. Dr. Brennan brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge from her impressive track record of success in the health industry.

Dr. Heather Brennan, PracticeWise CEO

Prior to joining PracticeWise, Dr. Brennan served as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Global Markets for Establishment Labs (Nasdaq: ESTA). Her previous roles also included Vice President and General Manager of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Vice President of Marketing for MTF Biologics. With her strong background in research and consistent positive business results, Dr. Brennan is well-equipped to lead PracticeWise towards further growth and innovation.

“I am deeply passionate about making a positive impact in the health industry, and I believe that PracticeWise has the capacity to facilitate meaningful transformation,” said Dr. Brennan. “Together with the skilled team at PracticeWise, I am confident that we will continue to advance the field of behavioral health and enhance outcomes for patients worldwide. I look forward to working with the PracticeWise team, our partners, and the broader health community to equip and empower providers to deliver the highest standard of care for optimal outcomes.”

PracticeWise was founded in 2004 with a mission to advance how evidence and information are used to improve the lives of children and families. Working primarily in children’s mental health, PracticeWise supports individuals working with children and families to be more informed and more prepared, through established knowledge management strategies and resources. The company’s comprehensive suite of resources and services includes an evidence-based services database (PWEBS), clinical decision support tools, and training and consultation services.

“The PracticeWise Board is excited to have Dr. Brennan on board,” said Sharon Gabrielson, Chair of the Board of Managers. “Heather has a proven track record of strategic market growth, customer focus, and leading through change. With Dr. Brennan’s leadership, PracticeWise is well-positioned to continue its growth and drive positive change in the behavioral health industry, providing the evidence-based solutions that help providers deliver the highest quality care to their patients and improve outcomes for children and families.”

Dr. Brennan holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University. She is a member of several professional organizations, including Chief and the Women Business Leaders of the US Health Care Industry Foundation.

Under Dr. Brennan’s guidance, PracticeWise looks forward to a future of even greater impact in the realm of behavioral health, scaling its evidence-based solutions to improve the lives of countless children and youth.

For more information contact:

Gabby Lampe
Marketing Manager
PracticeWise, LLC
[email protected] 

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