Dawn Tappy has joined Mayo Clinic as the new Chief Communications Officer (CCO), marking a significant step in her career within the healthcare industry. Tappy expressed her excitement and dedication to serving Mayo Clinic, an organization known globally for its innovative health solutions and transformative healthcare practices. Her appointment reflects Mayo Clinic's ongoing commitment to excellence and leadership in healthcare.Tappy's extensive experience includes 13 years at Humana, where she held various roles and most recently served as the Chief of Staff to Chief Administrative Officer Tim Huval, with additional support for CEO Bruce Broussard. Her responsibilities at Humana encompassed delivering strategic planning guidance, executive communications, and business intelligence for key initiatives and recurring business processes.At Mayo Clinic, Tappy's role as CCO will involve leading the communications department alongside the medical director, Halena Gazelka, who has decided to return to a more active role in patient care. Gazelka, who previously held the CCO position, expressed gratitude for her time in the role and looks forward to collaborating with Tappy in her new capacity.Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit organization renowned for its dedication to clinical innovation, education, and research, continues to uphold its mission of providing compassionate care and expertise to patients worldwide. With major campuses in Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota, Mayo Clinic serves over 1.3 million patients annually from more than 130 countries, embodying its commitment to healing and healthcare excellence.