Erkan Akyuz

Erkan Akyuz is the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Circle Cardiovascular Imaging, set to take on this role effective August 5, 2024.13 He brings extensive leadership experience in healthcare and imaging technology to this position.1

Professional Background

Akyuz has an impressive track record in the healthcare and medical systems industry, having served as President and CEO at several major companies including:

• Rhapsody
• Change Healthcare
• Toshiba Medical Systems13

Under his leadership, these companies experienced improved profitability, customer retention, and growth.3 Akyuz is recognized for his ability to transform business models, combining his technological background with strategic prowess to drive operational excellence.1

Appointment at Circle Cardiovascular Imaging

Akyuz is joining Circle during a period of accelerated growth and product innovation.1 He will succeed Greg Ogrodnick, the co-founder and CEO who led the company for over 16 years.2 In his new role, Akyuz will lead Circle as it continues to advance its mission of improving patient outcomes worldwide.1

Education and Skills

Akyuz holds an MBA from INSEAD, which he obtained in 2007.4 He is known as an exceptional People Centric Healthcare Executive with a passion for innovating in the healthcare sector, creating transformational change, and achieving growth through strategic business decisions.5

Other Positions

In addition to his new role at Circle Cardiovascular Imaging, Akyuz currently holds several other positions, including:

• President & Chief Executive Officer at InterOperability Holdings LLC
• Chief Executive Officer at Lyniate US Holdings LP
• Chief Executive Officer at NextGate Solutions, Inc.
• Chairman at CareIndexing ApS
• Director at VIDA Diagnostics, Inc. and OneMedNet Corp4

Akyuz's appointment at Circle Cardiovascular Imaging marks an exciting new chapter for the company as it continues to expand its global footprint and innovate in AI-driven cardiovascular imaging solutions.1