John McFarland is a Partner in Digital & Technology Transformation at Chartis. He brings more than 20 years of healthcare IT experience, specializing in enterprise technology strategy, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and IT operations. John works with healthcare organizations to develop technology strategies, assess IT capabilities, and improve how technology supports clinical and business priorities. His approach to enterprise architecture emphasizes connecting organizational strategy and business capabilities with technology planning and investment decisions.
Prior to joining Chartis, John served as Chief Information Officer for the Shriners Children's health system, overseeing technology strategy, operations, and investments across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. During his tenure, he led major initiatives including enterprise electronic health record implementations, a three-country ERP deployment, technology modernization, and the establishment of enterprise data governance. Previously, John spent more than 16 years at Moffitt Cancer Center, holding several technology leadership positions, including Chief Technology Officer. His responsibilities included enterprise infrastructure, technology architecture, and research technology supporting the organization's clinical and research missions.
John holds a Master of Business Administration from Strayer University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from North Carolina State University.
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