Mountain View, California, United States, January 2026 — El Camino Health has announced the appointment of Raju Iyer as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), strengthening its financial leadership as the organisation accelerates regional expansion and long-term healthcare infrastructure investments.
Iyer brings more than 25 years of healthcare finance leadership experience, including senior CFO roles at Sutter Health and UCSF Health, where he led large-scale financial operations, capital investments and major growth initiatives.
“Raju Iyer’s appointment marks a significant step forward for El Camino Health as we expand our regional footprint and invest in the future of healthcare,” said Dan Woods, chief executive officer of El Camino Health. “His expertise in strategic financial planning and operational excellence will be vital as we build a stronger, more connected healthcare system that delivers world-class care close to home.”
El Camino Health is experiencing rapid growth, now serving twice as many patients as it did six years ago and expanding its medical staff to more than 300 physicians. The organisation continues to invest in new facilities, advanced technology and strategic partnerships to meet evolving community needs across the Bay Area.
“El Camino Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and the community aligns perfectly with my passion for advancing healthcare through strategic financial leadership,” said Iyer. “I am excited to join an organization that is not only investing in its future, but also deeply values delivering exceptional care to every patient. I look forward to working with the talented team at El Camino Health.”
At UCSF Health, Iyer was responsible for financial stewardship across multiple hospitals and hundreds of clinics, supporting major infrastructure projects and joint ventures. At Sutter Health, he oversaw financial operations for 21 hospitals and five medical foundations, managed multi-billion-dollar capital investments and contributed to long-range strategic planning. He has been involved in the planning and construction of five hospitals during his career.
As CFO, Iyer will oversee all financial functions at El Camino Health, supporting major growth initiatives including the Los Gatos hospital rebuild and future acquisitions.
“El Camino Health is taking bold, strategic steps to shape the future of healthcare in our region,” added Woods. “Raju’s experience and vision will help us deliver on our promise of providing compassionate care for generations to come.”
Iyer holds a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago.
About El Camino Health
El Camino Health serves Silicon Valley and South Bay communities through two not-for-profit acute care hospitals in Los Gatos and Mountain View and 26 regional care locations. With more than six decades of service, the organisation delivers advanced, technology-enabled care focused on quality, innovation and community well-being.
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