Atlanticare appoints nationally recognized physician leaders

“We are proud to welcome these accomplished physicians to AtlantiCare and excited about the impact they will have on our patients, team members and the communities we serve,” said Michael Charlton, President and CEO of AtlantiCare. “Their decision to join AtlantiCare speaks to the strength of our organization and the importance of recruiting, growing and fostering clinical excellence as we continue to deliver on the promise of Vision 2030.”

New senior physician leadership appointments

Scott Falk, M.D. – chair of anesthesiology

As chair of the Department of Anesthesiology at AtlantiCare, Dr. Scott Falk will lead efforts to advance quality, safety and innovation in perioperative care. Throughout his career, he has specialized in caring for medically complex surgical and intensive care patients while fostering high-performing, collaborative clinical teams. As a physician leader, Dr. Falk is committed to developing the next generation of clinicians and creating exceptional care experiences for patients before, during and after surgery.

Chun W. Choi, M.D. – vice chair of heart & vascular services and chief of cardiothoracic surgery

Dr. Chun W. "Dan" Choi is a highly accomplished cardiac surgeon and physician leader specializing in complex cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. Prior to joining AtlantiCare, he held leadership roles at Johns Hopkins, including surgical director of mechanical circulatory devices. Dr. Choi is passionate about expanding access to advanced cardiovascular care and ensuring patients can receive exceptional treatment close to home.

Latha Alaparthi, MBBS, MD, MBA, FACG, AGAF – chief of gastroenterology

Dr. Latha Alaparthi is a distinguished gastroenterologist and physician executive with more than 24 years of experience in clinical practice, academic medicine and healthcare leadership. She joins AtlantiCare as chief of gastroenterology after serving as associate chief medical officer at Yale New Haven Health–Bridgeport Hospital. Recognized for her commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and patient-centered care, Dr. Alaparthi is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality digestive health services and advancing excellence in specialty care.

Woojin Chong, MD, FACOG, URPS, CPE – chair of women's health

Double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Woojin Chong brings extensive experience in clinical leadership, medical education and quality improvement. Prior to joining AtlantiCare, Dr. Chong held academic and leadership appointments with organizations including NYU Langone Health, Mount Sinai and Inspira Health. She is committed to advancing women's health services, improving patient outcomes and ensuring women throughout the region have access to high-quality, personalized care.

“These leaders will play a critical role in shaping the future of specialty care here at AtlantiCare,” said Joseph Lombardi, MD, MBA, Chief Physician Executive and Chair of AtlantiCare’s Heart and Vascular Institute. “In addition to their clinical expertise, they bring a passion for building programs, developing teams, advancing medical education and creating innovative approaches to care that will benefit our patients and communities.”

As part of Vision 2030, AtlantiCare has invested in technology, workforce development, clinical partnerships and academic relationships to build a stronger, more connected system of care. The addition of these physician leaders represents the next step in that journey as they will work closely with AtlantiCare's clinical and operational teams to strengthen quality, standardize best practices, enhance care coordination and support the organization's long-term growth strategy.

Together, these appointments underscore AtlantiCare's commitment to attract exceptional talent and expand the depth and complexity of care available close to home. As demand for specialty services continues to grow, AtlantiCare remains focused on delivering high-quality, coordinated care while reducing the need for patients to leave the region for advanced treatment.