Singapore, June 28, 2010: Siemens Healthcare, a leading supplier to the healthcare industry and a trendsetter in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics, medical information technology and hearing aids announced the appointment of Dr John Glaser, as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Health Services Business Unit.

In his role, Dr Glaser will be responsible for leading Siemens' global healthcare IT business, including product development, strategy, portfolio management, financial performance, and overall customer satisfaction. When his appointment goes into effect on August 16, 2010, he will begin leading over 4,500 employees, multiple health information system brands, a robust Global Services arm, and Siemens' world-renowned Information Systems Center.
 
"Dr Glaser is regarded as one of the world's most influential experts on healthcare information technology, and it is a great privilege for me to welcome him to Siemens Healthcare," said Mr Tom Miller, CEO, Workflow & Solutions Division, Siemens Healthcare Sector.

Most recently, Dr Glaser served as advisor to David Blumenthal, the national coordinator for healthcare IT, providing counsel to the Office of the National Coordinator and the Department of Health and Human Services on the HITECH portions of the federal government's stimulus bill, particularly regarding national efforts to adopt electronic medical records.