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Kaiser Permanente Appoints New Senior Vice President and Area Manager for Antelope Valley.

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Lancaster, Calif. — Kaiser Permanente is proud to announce the appointment of Camille Applin-Jones as the new Senior Vice President and Area manager for the Antelope Valley and Panorama City service areas. With a distinguished career in healthcare leadership and a passion for community health, Ms. Applin-Jones is poised to lead Kaiser Permanente's efforts in delivering high-quality, affordable care in the region.

Ms. Applin-Jones joins the Antelope Valley team with a wealth of experience from her roles in the Northern California and Northwest markets of Kaiser Permanente. Her recent achievements include the launch of the organization's first Center for Black Health and Wellness, which has significantly advanced equity, inclusion, and diversity initiatives nationwide.

"As I take on this new role, I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to serve the Antelope Valley community," said Camille Applin-Jones. "I am committed to leading our dedicated Antelope Valley team in providing exceptional care and furthering our mission of improving the health of our members and the community."

Throughout her career, Ms. Applin-Jones has been instrumental in driving improvements in access to care, enhancing the member experience, and implementing innovative healthcare solutions. Her leadership has been pivotal in orchestrating organizational redesigns and pioneering digital care experiences.“Camille Applin-Jones brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence to her role as Senior Vice President and Area Manager for the Health Plan and Hospital operations of Kaiser Permanente Panorama City and Antelope Valley service areas,” said Michelle Gaskill-Hames, regional president of Kaiser Permanente Southern California and Hawaii. “Her strategic leadership, combined with her dedication to improving the health of our members and the communities we serve, will have a positive impact on our members in the Antelope Valley.”

A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Ms. Applin-Jones attributes her leadership abilities to the skills she developed during her military service. She is dedicated to applying these skills to foster a culture of excellence and compassion within Kaiser Permanente.

"As the Area Medical Director for the Antelope Valley, I have the privilege of leading a team of dedicated physicians who are committed to providing the highest standard of care. With Camille Applin-Jones stepping into her new role, I am confident that our collaboration will enhance our ability to serve our community's health needs. Her leadership and vision align perfectly with our commitment to excellence in patient care," said Dr. Khodam Rostomian, Kaiser Permanente Antelope Valley area medical director.

Kaiser Permanente members in the Antelope Valley have easy access to world-class health care in their community, including at one of its five medical office buildings and the Antelope Valley Surgery Center. Additionally, Kaiser Permanente members receive hospital and emergency care services at its partner hospital, Antelope Valley Medical Center, ensuring its members can receive high-quality health care without leaving Antelope Valley. Ms. Applin-Jones has oversight of both the Antelope Valley and Panorama City service areas, which serve over 437,000 members.

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