NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 24, 2025 -- Quokka Care, a healthcare technology company innovating the Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) space, today announced the appointment of Anika Gardenhire, RN, CHCIO, to its Board of Directors. Gardenhire will help guide the company’s growth as it expands its role in supporting value-based care delivery.
Gardenhire currently serves as Chief Digital and Transformation Officer at Ardent Health, where she leads enterprise-wide technology and governance strategies in support of consumer-focused care. A seasoned Fortune 25 executive, Gardenhire has guided technical teams through an IPO and is widely recognized for her expertise in digital health, cybersecurity, and executive strategy.
“Anika’s leadership at the intersection of patient care and digital transformation makes her an invaluable addition to Quokka Care’s board,” said Guy Crossley, CEO of Quokka Care. “Her vision for how technology can enhance, not replace, the human relationship in healthcare is perfectly aligned with our mission.”
A former bedside caregiver, Gardenhire brings a unique blend of clinical insight and digital innovation. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and holds master’s degrees in clinical informatics and management from Duke University.
“I'm honored to join Quokka Care’s board,” said Gardenhire. “The company’s approach to RPM is one that resonates deeply with me: "Built on trust, powered by technology." I look forward to helping guide Quokka Care's growth and impact on patients and providers alike.”
Closing Gaps in Care
Unlike traditional RPM, Quokka Care’s solution goes beyond device distribution and data collection. The company combines personalized health coaching with seamless integration into existing Electronic Health Record (EHR) workflows, ensuring meaningful engagement between patients and their care teams. By supporting both patients and providers, Quokka Care enables practices to proactively close care gaps, increase compliance, and anticipate potential health events.
With Gardenhire’s appointment, Quokka Care strengthens its commitment to patient-centered RPM and positions the company for its next stage of growth.
About Quokka Care
Quokka Care is a healthcare technology company that offers a turnkey remote patient monitoring (RPM) solution focused on improving patient outcomes and practice revenue. Led by an experienced executive team, the company combines innovative technology with personalized care. At the heart of the program are dedicated health coaches who regularly engage with patients, track their progress, and provide personalized support. Quokka Care also offers operational support, client success advisors to help clinics achieve their RPM goals, and a proprietary web-based bridge technology that seamlessly integrates RPM data with existing EHR systems.