Bayhealth announced that Thomas “Mac” Marlow, MBA, PMP, CHCIO, CDG-E, PMP, ITIL, CSM, was newly appointed as the Vice-President, Chief Digital and Information Officer. He began the position on January 5, 2026.
Marlow came to Bayhealth from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he served as associate vice-president of technology operations and Southwestern Health Resources in Farmer’s Branch, Texas., where he served as Chief Information Officer.
“We are excited to welcome Mac as our new Chief Digital and Information Officer,” Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Michael Tretina said. “Technology plays a critical role in how we deliver care and support our patients, clinicians and team members. Mac brings the experience and vision needed to help us achieve operational excellence through thoughtful optimization of Epic and our ERP systems, responsible use of AI and early adoption of innovative technologies, all implemented in a safe, meaningful way that keeps our patients at the center of everything we do.”
Marlow will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing oversight of information technology strategy with a focus on innovation, digital integration and operational advancement across the health system. He will lead enterprise technology platforms, data and analytics, cybersecurity and IT operations while partnering closely with clinical and operational leaders to modernize workflows, strengthen digital touchpoints and support a more seamless patient experience. His leadership will help position Bayhealth as an early adopter of emerging technologies, advancing care delivery and organizational efficiency while maintaining a strong commitment to security, reliability and patient-first innovation.
“I am truly excited to join Bayhealth and work alongside such dedicated leaders and team members,” Marlow said. “I enjoy building strong teams, developing people and creating new services that support excellent patient care. Using technology to solve real-world problems, especially in ways that improve the experience for patients, clinicians and our communities, is what motivates me every day.”
Marlow earned his Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Virigina Tech and his Master of Business Administration from Averett University. He is actively engaged in several national professional organizations that advance leadership, innovation and best practices in healthcare and information technology. His affiliations include the American College of Healthcare Executives, Information Systems Audit and Control Association, College of Healthcare Information Management Executives and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society. He holds the Certified Digital Health Executive and Certified Healthcare Chief Information Officer credentials and is a Project Management Professional through the Project Management Institute. In addition, he served as chairperson of the Healthcare Management Program Advisory Board at Jefferson College of Health Sciences, reflecting his commitment to professional development, education and the future of healthcare leadership.
