Becker's Healthcare February 21, 2025
Rylee Wilson

Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to draw from other industries are key traits for healthcare CEOs, according to Independence Health Group CEO Gregory Deavens.

“For leaders in the space today, or those aspiring to be leaders in the future, a deep sense of intellectual curiosity is important,” Mr. Deavens told Becker’s. “Use that curiosity to gather information that allows you to make bold decisions, to think about the possibilities of how to change care or change outcomes that are really beneficial to those you serve.”

Mr. Deavens plans to retire at the end of 2025. He has led the Philadelphia-based company since 2021.

Independence Blue Cross has more than 8 million members. Mr. Deavens joined the company...

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