David Brailer

On May 6, 2004, Brailer was appointed by the administration of President George W. Bush as the nation's first 'Health Information Technology Czar'. Brailer's official title was National Health Information Technology Coordinator. In this role, he developed the nation's strategy for electronic records and transformation of research and public health with the goal of widespread deployment of health information technology within 10 years.

Brailer remained in his government post for two years. During his service, he was named the Most Powerful Person in Healthcare in 2003 by Modern Healthcare Magazine. Following his public service, he co—chaired a Federal Advisory Committee called the American Health Information Community and transitioned to the private sector where he has held several executive and advisory positions.