Andrew Watt, MD Named to Becker's 2026 List of Chief Transformation Officers to Know

Southern New Hampshire Health Clinical Integration and Transformation Officer, Dr. Andrew Watt, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 list of "Chief Transformation Officer's to Know".  

The annual list recognizes healthcare leaders who are driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and leading initiatives that transform how hospitals and health systems deliver care. 

“Dr. Watt brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, technical knowledge, and strategic leadership to our organization,” said Colin McHugh, President and CEO of Southern New Hampshire Health. “His commitment to innovation and improving the experiences of our patients and employees makes this recognition well deserved.” 

With more than 20 years of leadership experience, Dr. Watt is helping to modernize operations across Southern New Hampshire Health, improve efficiency and enhance patient care. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Watt has held several leadership positions, including Chief Medical Information Officer and Chief Information Officer at Catholic Medical Center before returning to Southern New Hampshire Health in 2025. He has extensive experience with electronic medical record systems, including large-scale Epic implementations. 

This recognition reflects Dr. Watt’s commitment to advancing innovation and strengthening healthcare delivery across southern New Hampshire.