MENLO PARK, Calif., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the physician-led senior health services provider, WelbeHealth, announced the promotion of David Hirota, MD, FACP, to Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Hirota, a senior clinical leader within WelbeHealth, is uniquely positioned to advance the organization’s mission-driven clinical strategy, ensuring care teams deliver the highest standards of quality, experience, and outcomes across its growing network of Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
“PACE offers a truly unique opportunity to transform lives through interdisciplinary care,” – Dr. David Hirota
WelbeHealth’s PACE programs serve medically complex and underserved seniors, helping them live independently at home through fully integrated medical, behavioral, and social care. Interdisciplinary teams provide wrap-around support, including medical services, personal care, transportation, meals, and social activities. WelbeHealth operates eleven centers across California and is continuing to expand, with new locations opening this year in Elk Grove and San Bernardino.
“Dr. Hirota is an outstanding leader who brings deep clinical expertise, operational insight, and a clear vision for advancing our care model,” said Dr. Matt Patterson, President of WelbeHealth. “Since joining WelbeHealth, Dr. Hirota has driven the expansion of integrated behavioral health and palliative care while strengthening our mission-driven, person-centered approach. Dr. Hirota is exceptionally well-positioned to lead us forward in enhancing quality, experience, and impact for the seniors and families we serve.”
A board-certified internist with fellowship training in infectious disease from UC Irvine, Dr. Hirota brings more than two decades of experience leading value-based care models for complex populations. Before joining WelbeHealth, he served in leadership roles at Private Health Management and Landmark Health, where he helped scale interdisciplinary care models across multiple markets.
Dr. Hirota’s mandate is to continue driving key priorities for the organization’s care model, including:
Strengthening physician-led excellence in clinical outcomes, including hospital readmissions, chronic disease management, and vaccination rates
Expanding access to integrated behavioral health and palliative care services
Developing and mentoring leadership across WelbeHealth’s Medical Practice
“PACE offers a truly unique opportunity to bring physical, mental, and social care together through the power of an interdisciplinary team,” said Dr. David Hirota. “As someone who has seen this model at its best, I’m a true believer in its ability to transform lives. I’m honored to lead WelbeHealth’s clinical teams as we continue to innovate, deliver exceptional care, and expand access for the seniors who need it most.”
With Dr. Hirota’s leadership, WelbeHealth will continue to set the standard for high-quality, person-centered care and accelerate its impact for seniors across California.
About WelbeHealth
WelbeHealth is a physician-led public benefit company founded in 2015 that provides comprehensive health care services for seniors through a fully integrated program that includes medical and dental care, physical and occupational therapy, behavioral health services, transportation to medical appointments, meals, and personal care services. WelbeHealth addresses social determinants of health to help vulnerable seniors live safely and independently in their homes. Services are delivered through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a national Medicare and Medicaid program. To learn more, visit welbehealth.com.
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