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Donald Casey joined the West Wireless Health Institute as Chief Executive Officer in March 2010. He brings 25 years of global healthcare experience to the role, as well as an outstanding track record in identifying and commercializing medical innovations. As the Institute's inaugural CEO, Casey will drive the development of a world-class research organization focused on accelerating wireless health innovations, technology incubation, advocacy and education. He is responsible for defining the Institute's worldwide strategy and collaborative efforts across medicine, engineering, technology and business.
Previously, Casey served as Worldwide Chairman for Johnson & Johnson's Comprehensive Care group and member of the Company's Executive Committee, where he oversaw its cardiovascular, diagnostic, diabetes and vision care franchises around the world. He was responsible for defining
a corporate-
wide comprehensive approach to chronic disease management, including leading the development of patient-centric solutions and innovations within the medical device segment for some of the world's most pervasive conditions, including diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. Casey began his career with Johnson & Johnson in 1985, advancing into executive positions throughout the company's consumer, pharmaceutical and medical device franchises.
Don graduated in 1982 with a B.B.A in Finance and went on to receive and MBA from The University of Notre Dame in 1983. He was Captain of the swim team in 1982. His brother, Brian W Casey was also a ND swimmer and captain in 1985 and is currently President of DePauw University. He is married to Ann Casey--a 1983 SMC graduate. They have three daughters, Meghan, a 2010 Notre Dame graduate, Katie, a captain on the 2010-11 Notre Dame swimming & diving team, and Bridget, an incoming freshman that will also compete with the Irish swim team.
