NEW YORK, NY (May 18, 2026) — New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has selected two highly respected health leaders to its Board of Trustees. Cynthia McCollum, MBA, and Kia Swan-Moore, MD, MPH, who will help accelerate NYAM’s mission of empowering healthier, longer lives for all.
Wayne J. Riley, MD, MPH, MBA, MACP, NYAM Board Chair and president of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, expressed excitement for the two new board members.
“Population health efforts improve medical outcomes for so many people, both here in New York City and throughout the country,” Dr. Riley explained. “Both Cynthia McCollum and Dr. Swan-Moore weave practical work experience with years of meaningful leadership in the health sector. New York Academy of Medicine is extremely fortunate to have them join our board.”
Ann Kurth, PhD, CNM, MPH, president and CEO of New York Academy of Medicine, echoed Dr. Riley’s enthusiasm for the new board members.
“On behalf of the Board of Trustees and everyone at New York Academy of Medicine, we are elated to welcome Cynthia McCollum and Dr. Swan-Moore as our newest trustees,” Dr. Kurth said. “Cynthia McCollum served in leadership roles at Memorial Sloan Kettering for over 40 years and offers invaluable wisdom to our board. Dr. Swan-Moore brings not only years of experience as a physician, but also innovative senior medical leadership roles at leading corporations including Bayer and now, Goldman Sachs. These are two individuals who are acutely aware of the health challenges that NYAM is deeply invested in helping solve.”
Cynthia McCollum and Dr. Swan-Moore told NYAM that they are thrilled to be a part of the organization, but they are most excited to work on behalf of the NYAM community through its research, convenings, and policy leadership.
“I am delighted to have joined the board of this historic and vibrant organization, and I look forward to working with the very talented staff and other board members to advance the important mission of NYAM,” Cynthia McCollum said. Dr. Swan-Moore added, “There is nothing more important than a foundation of health—for every stage of life. It is an honor and a privilege to serve with others so committed to supporting population health in NY and throughout the country. I am looking forward to working with and serving this amazing team.”
Cynthia McCollum has served on many boards, most in healthcare but also in education, the environment and the arts. These include the Healthcare Association of New York State, National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Afya Foundation, Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Care and Prevention, and the New York Society for Health Planning. She recently retired from her position as Senior Vice President, Hospital Administration at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), where she was responsible for oversight of multiple large hospital departments and served on myriad committees. Cindy has a deep interest in mentorship and talent development. She was responsible for leading MSKCC’s response to the Covid pandemic and was honored as a “Woman of Distinction” by the New York State Assembly in 2021.
Dr. Kia Swan-Moore, as the global medical director at Goldman Sachs, supports the global health-related benefits and wellness activities in Human Capital Management. Kia has responsibility for the health, critical health solutions and health-related resilience services. She joined Goldman Sachs in 2024 as a managing director. Prior to joining the firm, Kia was the associate chief medical officer for Corning, Inc. Before that, she worked as a regional medical director in Bayer AG and Monsanto Company and has extensive clinical experience in occupational health. She is board certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Occupational Medicine.
About New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM)
NYAM is a leading voice for innovation in population health. With over 179 years of history, we are committed to a future where everyone has what they need for a healthier, longer life. Guided by the expertise of nearly 2,000 Fellows, a world-class historical medical library, and its convening, capacity-building and community-informed research, New York Academy of Medicine creates actionable solutions to today’s most pressing health challenges. To learn more, visit www.nyam.org.
NEW YORK, NY (July 30, 2025) — New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has appointed three nationally recognized health leaders to its Board of Trustees, reinforcing its commitment to healthier, longer lives for everyone: Debra Albert, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC; Lorna Friedman, MD, MBA; and Jen Radin, MBA, MPH.
“NYAM is thrilled to welcome these innovative health leaders to our Board of Trustees,” said Ann Kurth, PhD, CNM, MPH, President of New York Academy of Medicine. “Their diverse expertise and unwavering commitment to health equity will accelerate our mission and deepen our impact across communities.”
The addition of these new trustees underscores NYAM’s bold vision: a world where everyone has what they need to live healthier, longer lives. With decades of leadership in nursing, global health strategy, and health innovation, this new cohort will help steer NYAM’s future-facing initiatives.
“I extend a heartfelt welcome to our newest Trustees, whose dedication, wisdom, and passion will strengthen our work at this critical moment in public health,” said Wayne J. Riley, MD, MPH, MBA, MACP, NYAM Board Chair and President of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
“I am honored to join the Board of New York Academy of Medicine and the incredible group of Trustees who are collaborating to support the mission of extending healthspan for all populations in New York City by focusing on healthy births, greater longevity for aging adults, and urban strategies for living on a warming planet,” said Jen Radin, MPH, MBA. “It’s truly an honor to be counted among such a committed and deeply experienced group of health ecosystem business leaders.”
“I am honored to serve on the Board of Trustees for New York Academy of Medicine,” added Debra Albert, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC. “Working with this distinguished group of healthcare leaders to achieve the vision of ensuring that all people have access to quality care to live healthier lives has never been more important. I look forward to the work ahead to make this a reality for our communities.”
These new Trustees bring a wealth of experience across clinical care, health strategy, and innovation:
Debra Albert, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC is Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services and the Lerner Director of Health Promotion at NYU Langone Health. Dr. Albert is responsible for ensuring contemporary, evidence-based nursing practice across all of NYU Langone Health’s care settings. She is a recognized leader in patient safety, transformative systems leadership, staff development and formal succession planning. She leads a diverse team of nursing leaders focused on interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes. As a mentor for nursing and female leaders, she develops programs that help build sustainable workforces. In addition, Dr. Albert is on the strategic steering committee of the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program, the Rush DNP Advisory Council and the Walden University Board of Directors.
Lorna Friedman is Senior Partner of Health Transformation and Sustainability at Mercer Marsh Benefits. Dr. Friedman has extensive experience designing health solutions for multinational employee populations including risk analysis, operational and benefit design, onsite and digital delivery. Previous roles include Partner in Mercer’s Global Health Management practice, working with organizations on their health strategies. Dr. Friedman trained in Pediatrics at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. She has held academic and teaching positions at University of Pennsylvania and Cornell Medical College and holds an MBA from Columbia University. She has served on several boards with a focus on improving access to health including the Global Business Group on Health, The American Council on Exercise and the March of Dimes. Dr. Friedman was the recipient of the Nancy C Barnhart award for Child Advocacy and is a member of the YWCA Women’s Leadership Academy.
Jen Radin is Life Science and Healthcare Principal at Deloitte. Ms. Radin brings more than 25 years of life sciences and health care industry experience partnering with life sciences and health care system executives to embrace transformation, helping them leverage data, next-gen technologies, and the health ecosystem through applied innovation to design new models of clinical care and future-proof their business. She is deeply committed to navigating the rapidly changing health ecosystem and creating value on the journey to health and wellness. Ms. Radin is a principal in Deloitte & Touche LLP and is a nationally acclaimed speaker on the topics of Future of Health and Future of Work as well as the women’s health marketplace. Ms. Radin focuses on helping clients so they can unlock opportunities in the women’s health market and has been instrumental in helping advance the mission of the Deloitte Health Institute. She also oversees strategic efforts to help ensure that optimal health outcomes are considered across the organization, in its services and offerings, and in interactions with clients and the community.
She is the co-founder and executive sponsor of Deloitte’s Physician Leadership Academy, which supports the evolving leadership capabilities of clinician leaders in the era of clinical health care.
About New York Academy of Medicine
New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) is a leading voice for innovation in population health. Building on its 178-year legacy, NYAM continues to drive forward-thinking solutions to today’s most pressing health challenges: from aging populations to climate resilience. Through our innovative research, 1,800 esteemed Fellows, a world-class historical library, and an unparalleled power of convening, we create real-world advances for population health.
Healthcare and real estate executives bring expertise to NYAM’s health equity mission.
NEW YORK, NY (April 15, 2024)—The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has announced the appointment of six new members to its Board of Trustees: Gil Addo, Natalia Cineas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Beth Oliver, DNP, RN, FAAN, Marie-Laure S. Romney, MD, MBA, Jannine Versi, MBA, and Mark S. Weiss.
“NYAM is pleased to welcome this dynamic group of leaders to our Board of Trustees. Their extensive experience, unique perspectives, and dedication to our mission to advance health equity will expand NYAM’s innovation and impact,” said Ann Kurth, PhD, CNM, MPH, President, The New York Academy of Medicine.
“I extend my congratulations and warm welcome to this outstanding cohort of new Trustees who join me and our esteemed colleagues on the board in the governance of The New York Academy of Medicine,” said Wayne J. Riley, MD, MPH, MBA, MACP, NYAM Board Chair and President of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Gil Addo
Gil Addo is co-founder of RubiconMD, a CVS Health company. RubiconMD’s digital health platform empowers primary care clinicians with access to virtual specialty care from top medical specialists to improve patient care. Founded in 2013, RubiconMD serves primary care clinicians across 37 states. The Huffington Post named RubiconMD one of the “Five Companies Defining the Future of Healthcare” and, in 2020, AllianceBernstein ranked RubiconMD no. 12 on its list of the top 25 private companies disrupting healthcare. Prior to founding RubiconMD, Gil was a consultant at Putnam Associates, a pharma strategy consultancy, where he designed payer and market access strategies for Fortune 500 clients. He previously held strategy and business development roles at Xerox, Cubist (acquired by Merck), and two early-stage healthcare ventures. Gil has appeared in Inc., Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, and Entrepreneur Magazine. He’s been named one of Forbes’s “30 Under 30” in healthcare, Crain’s New York’s Business 40 Under 40, and Business Insider’s 30 under 40 in healthcare. In 2020, Crain’s New York Business named Gil to its list of the Most Notable in Health Care and in 2017, he received its Heritage Healthcare Innovator of the Year award. He holds a BS in economics and biomedical engineering from Yale University and an MBA from Harvard University.
“I am incredibly honored to be elected as a board member to The New York Academy of Medicine. Advancing health equity and tackling the barriers that prevent individuals from quality health care is not easy, but it is critical. It is a privilege to join NYAM and work alongside industry leaders who are inspired by the same mission and vision of health for all.”
Natalia Cineas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
Natalia Cineas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, serves as Senior Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Co-Chair, Equity and Access Council for NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal public health care system in the nation, serving more than 1.4 million New Yorkers annually in some 70 patient care locations, directing more than 9,600 nurses. Dr. Cineas previously held nursing leadership roles at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center-NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She serves as adjunct faculty at Columbia University School of Nursing. In 2021, Dr. Cineas was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, one of the most significant milestones in a nurse leader’s career, in which their accomplishments are honored by their colleagues within and outside the profession. She is currently serving a two-year term on the Academy’s Fellow Selection Committee. She also serves as president of the New York City American Heart Association Board; s a member of the Helene Fuld College of Nursing Board; a member of the Promoting Health in Haiti Board; a member of the Women’s Leadership Council of Stony Brook University Board; as Keynote Speaker for the Nursing World Conference; a founding member of the National Black Nurses Association Greater NYC Chapter; and a board member on the Long Island University Harriet Rothkopf Heilbrunn School of Nursing Professional Nursing Advisory Board.
“I am pleased and honored to serve as a Trustee on the New York Academy of Medicine, an organization that is committed to advancing health equity and promoting healthy communities. The mission and vision of The New York Academy of Medicine dovetails perfectly with the public health mission of NYC Health + Hospitals to serve the most vulnerable patients and communities, helping all New Yorkers live longer and healthier lives.”
Marie-Laure S. Romney, MD, MBA
Marie-Laure S. Romney, MD, MBA, is Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital. In this role Dr. Romney manages day-to-day operations, oversees operating and capital budgets, and implements clinical strategy at the hospital. Dr. Romney joined NYP in 2018, and most recently served as Vice President of Operations at NYP/Columbia, where she directed the administration of clinical departments. She also served as Vice Chair of Quality and Patient Safety at Columbia University Department of Emergency Medicine. Prior to joining Columbia, she served as Director of Quality, Continuous Improvement and Patient Safety in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Kings County Hospital Center and as Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Romney holds an undergraduate degree from Cornell University, a medical degree from Rutgers University Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and a master of business administration from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
“Joining The New York Academy of Medicine as a Trustee is an immense honor for me. I am humbled to be part of an organization that is dedicated to driving access to high-quality healthcare for all. Together, we can make a profound impact on the lives of individuals and communities, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to receive the care they deserve. I am excited to contribute my knowledge and passion to this noble cause, and look forward to working alongside fellow Trustees to create lasting change in the healthcare landscape.”
Beth Oliver, DNP, RN, FAAN
Beth Oliver, DNP, RN, FAAN, is Chief Nurse Executive and Senior Vice President of Cardiac Services at Mount Sinai Health System. Dr. Oliver is responsible for the practice of nursing across the Health System and collaborates with the senior executive team, as well as chief nursing officers throughout Mount Sinai. Her top priorities as the Chief Nurse Executive include ensuring the safety and quality of care for patients, supporting and advancing the professional development of the health system’s nurses, transforming care around the needs of patients and communities, and partnering on the transition from volume to value. As a nationally recognized cardiac leader, Dr. Oliver develops cardiovascular service line strategy and leads cardiac services operations while ensuring the delivery of top quality care to Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital. Dr. Oliver received her MS from Columbia University and her DNP from Case Western Reserve University, and was inducted as a fellow into the American Academy of Nursing in 2022.
“As I step into my role as a new member of the Board of Trustees at The New York Academy of Medicine, I’m invigorated by the opportunity to contribute to our shared mission of advancing health equity. I believe that nursing plays a pivotal role in shaping the future landscape of healthcare and in fostering healthier communities. With a deep-seated commitment to this belief, I am eager to collaborate with fellow board members and work tirelessly toward a future where every individual has access to quality healthcare and where health disparities are a thing of the past.”
Jannine Versi, MBA
Jannine Versi, MBA, is the co-founder and CEO of Elektra Health, a digital health company that provides evidence-based care and support for women navigating the menopause transition and their health in the decades that follow. Jannine has spent her career in healthcare, technology, and government. She was on the founding team of Cityblock Health, which addresses the complex medical and social needs of Medicaid and dually eligible beneficiaries. Earlier on, she held roles at Google and was a senior executive in the Obama Administration. Jannine earned her BA from the University of Pennsylvania, her MBA from Harvard Business School, and was a Fulbright Scholar. She lives with her husband and twins in Brooklyn.
“I am honored to join The New York Academy of Medicine under the visionary leadership of Dr. Ann Kurth. As a student of history and an entrepreneur focused on improving women’s health outcomes, I find NYAM’s mission and contributions to women’s health and public health over nearly 18 decades simply awe-inspiring. I look forward to helping NYAM continue to make bold and ambitious progress in public health to safeguard current and future generations’ opportunities to live healthier lives.”
Mark S. Weiss
Mark S. Weiss is an Executive Vice Chairman and member of Cushman & Wakefield Global Advisory Board. He is universally regarded as a leading commercial broker/advisor/tactician within the real estate industry with a significant practice in healthcare. His range of experience and expertise includes successfully completing some of the City’s most noteworthy and complex transactions in leasing, sales and development. He has represented Mount Sinai, MSKCC, Montefiore Medical Center, Columbia Presbyterian, and the New York Proton Center, as well as The Brooklyn Hospital. Mark has won the Real Estate Board of New York’s Most Ingenious Deal of the Year four times. Mark is also a highly regarded published author, having written an acclaimed book on the impact of breast cancer on the spouse of a breast cancer patient. He is also on the Board of The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
“Health equity is a basic human right. We cannot be a great society if all don’t have access to the enormous stores of knowledge that reside in our great health care institutions. NYAM’s mission aligns perfectly with my deep personal commitment to a healthier New York City…all of New York City.”
About The New York Academy of Medicine
The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) is a leading voice for innovation in public health. Throughout its 177-year history, NYAM has uniquely championed bold changes to the systems that perpetuate health inequities and keep all communities from achieving good health. Today, this work includes innovative research, programs, and policy initiatives that distinctively value community input for maximum impact. Combined with NYAM’s trusted programming and historic Library, and with the support of nearly 2,000 esteemed Fellows and Members, NYAM’s impact as a health leader continues.
To learn more, visit www.nyam.org and follow @NYAMNYC on social media.