Virtua Health, South Jersey’s largest health system, has appointed Ibrahim Sultan, MD, FACS, FACC, FAHA, as vice president of clinical operations for Virtua’s cardiovascular service line.
Dr. Sultan is an internationally recognized cardiothoracic surgeon, researcher, educator, and physician leader with extensive experience in complex cardiac surgery, clinical program development, quality, research, and innovation. In this role, he will help shape strategy, operations, quality, growth, and innovation across Virtua’s cardiovascular programs. He will collaborate with clinicians and leaders to advance patient care, strengthen clinical programs, and expand access to advanced heart and vascular services throughout the region.
“Virtua has established itself as a leader in delivering high-quality cardiovascular care,” said Dr. Sultan. “I look forward to partnering with Virtua’s exceptional clinicians and leaders to expand access to complex cardiovascular therapies, strengthen multidisciplinary programs and deliver care that reflects the highest standards of quality, innovation, and patient-centered outcomes.”
Before joining Virtua, Dr. Sultan held senior academic and clinical leadership roles at UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh, including professor and chief of cardiac surgery, executive vice chair for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, and co-director of the Heart and Vascular Institute.
Dr. Sultan has deep expertise in complex cardiovascular disease, with a particular focus on thoracic aortic disease, including aortic aneurysms and dissections, as well as surgical and transcatheter approaches to aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement. He has authored more than 500 peer-reviewed publications, served as a principal investigator in more than 20 clinical trials, and delivered more than 200 invited lectures worldwide.
Dr. Sultan has also contributed to national cardiovascular leadership, professional society governance, and quality initiatives. He serves on the board of directors of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and has held leadership roles within the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association.
“Dr. Sultan is an extraordinary physician, researcher, and leader whose accomplishments have earned him national and international recognition,” said Jennifer Khelil, DO, MBA, executive vice president and chief clinical officer for Virtua Health. “His commitment to innovation, quality, and patient-centered care aligns perfectly with Virtua’s mission. We are thrilled to welcome him to Virtua and look forward to the impact he will have on our cardiovascular programs and the communities we serve.”
A speaker of three languages – Urdu, Hindi, and English – Dr. Sultan earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. He completed his general surgery residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital, followed by cardiothoracic surgery training and advanced fellowship training in aortic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery at the University of Pennsylvania.
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About Virtua Health
Virtua Health is an academic health system committed to helping the people of South Jersey be well, get well, and stay well by providing the complete spectrum of advanced, accessible, and trusted health care services. Virtua’s 16,000 colleagues provide tertiary care, including renowned cardiology and transplant programs, complemented by a community-based care portfolio. In addition to five hospitals, two satellite emergency departments, 44 ambulatory surgery centers, and more than 400 other locations, Virtua brings health services directly into communities through Hospital at Home, physical therapy and rehabilitation, mobile screenings, and its paramedic program.
Marlton, N.J.-based Virtua has 3,000 affiliated doctors and other clinicians, and its specialties include cardiovascular and gastrointestinal health, orthopedics, advanced surgery, and maternity. Virtua is academically affiliated with Rowan University, leading research, innovation, and immersive education at the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences of Rowan University. Virtua is also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neuroscience, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
As a not-for-profit health system, Virtua is committed to the well-being of the community and provides innovative outreach programs that address social challenges affecting health, most notably the “Eat Well” food access initiative, which includes the unparalleled Eat Well Mobile Grocery Store. To learn more, visit Virtua.org. To help Virtua make a difference, visit GiveToVirtua.org.