The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) has reinforced its leadership team by unanimously approving two new board members, Melina Davis and Mark Johnson, who will bring substantial executive experience to the organization's governance.
Davis, CEO and executive vice president of the Medical Society of Virginia, and Johnson, former CEO of Averhealth and BetterMed Urgent Care, will officially join the board on April 1, 2025, serving a term that extends until September 30, 2028. Their appointments reflect UNOS's commitment to strengthening its strategic capabilities in the complex organ donation and transplantation ecosystem.
The addition of these two executives comes at a critical time for organ donation services. With extensive backgrounds in healthcare leadership, Davis and Johnson are positioned to contribute significant insights into improving organ sharing systems and patient outcomes. Their expertise is expected to support UNOS's mission of enhancing donation awareness and developing innovative solutions to address current challenges in transplantation.
Davis emphasized her commitment to advancing organ donation, stating her intent to collaborate with board members to drive meaningful change and provide hope to individuals and families awaiting transplants. Johnson highlighted the organization's potential to navigate the evolving transplantation landscape, noting UNOS's comprehensive relationships with transplant hospitals and stakeholders.
The new board members join an already distinguished group of seven directors, including experts from academic medicine, healthcare services, and corporate leadership. This diverse board composition underscores UNOS's multidisciplinary approach to addressing organ donation challenges and improving patient care.
The strategic expansion of UNOS's board signals a proactive approach to addressing the critical needs of organ donation and transplantation. With growing demand for organ transplants and increasing complexity in healthcare systems, the addition of Davis and Johnson represents a forward-thinking strategy to enhance organizational effectiveness and patient support.
As the national organization responsible for coordinating organ procurement and transplantation services, UNOS plays a pivotal role in saving and improving lives. The integration of new leadership perspectives demonstrates the organization's ongoing commitment to innovation, strategic growth, and patient-centered care in the organ donation ecosystem.
