Mike Baran

Mike Baran serves as the Chief Information Officer at Access Community Health Network (ACCESS), where he spearheads the strategic direction and optimization of technology to support ACCESS’ clinical and administrative operations.

Mike first joined ACCESS in 2017 as Director of Technical Services and has steadily grown the department’s capabilities to drive the adoption and improvement of ACCESS’ technology. During COVID-19, Mike oversaw the transition to remote work and was integral in providing the technical support needed to launch ACCESS’ telehealth model to ensure patient’s routine care was maintained throughout the pandemic.

In addition to his role as CIO, Mike serves as ACCESS’ HIPAA Security Officer, ensuring the highest standards of data security and compliance. He also oversees the Epic Applications, Technical Services, and Financial Application departments, demonstrating his commitment to leveraging technology for enhanced patient care and operational efficiency.

With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, Mike is dedicated to transforming health care delivery at ACCESS and beyond.