McKesson's Emad Rizk, MD, Appointed to Board of National Alliance for Hispanic Health

Rizk has over 25 years of professional management experience in developing innovative strategies and actionable advice on some of healthcare’s most challenging issues. In 2008, he was named one of the “50 Most Powerful Physician Executives” in the U.S. by Modern Physician, and was selected as one of the nation’s “Top 25 Leaders in Disease Management” by Managed Healthcare Executive. He serves on many healthcare boards and has recently written a book, “The New Era of Healthcare: Practical Strategies for Providers and Payers,” which provides a vision and practical roadmap for ushering in a new “collaborative” era in healthcare.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Rizk to our board,” said Jane L. Delgado, MD, CEO and president of the Alliance. “He is a healthcare visionary who understands the needs of underserved communities and is committed to working to ensure their rightful place in the healthcare system.”

“I am honored to be selected to the board of the Alliance, which has been a leading Hispanic voice for the uninsured, HIV/AIDS programs and women’s health issues,” said Rizk. “I look forward to working with Dr. Delgado, and other board members on the Alliance’s many national initiatives to improve the healthcare for all Hispanics in the U.S.”

About The National Alliance for Hispanic Health

The National Alliance for Hispanic Health is the nation's oldest and largest network of Hispanic health and human service providers. It is the primary source of information and advocacy for the health of Hispanics in the United States and works with others to improve health for all. The Alliance works in collaboration with thousands of health and human services providers across the nation to provide health and human services to over 100 million persons every year. For more information, visit http://www.hispanichealth.org/

About McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation, currently ranked 15th on the FORTUNE 500, is a healthcare services and information technology company dedicated to helping its customers deliver high-quality healthcare by reducing costs, streamlining processes, and improving the quality and safety of patient care. McKesson has been in continuous operation for more than 175 years, making it the longest operating company in healthcare today. Over the course of its history, McKesson has grown by providing pharmaceutical and medical-surgical supply management across the spectrum of care; healthcare information technology for hospitals, physicians, homecare and payors; hospital and retail pharmacy automation; and services for manufacturers and payors designed to improve outcomes for patients. For more information, visit us at  www.mckesson.com.