Capital Digestive Care is pleased to welcome two new executive leaders:
- Tim Short, MBA— President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Lawrence Bassin, MD— Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Tim Short, MBA
President and Chief Executive Officer
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Capital Digestive Care, Tim Short leads the organization with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care, strengthening clinical partnerships, and fostering a culture of collaboration. With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare administration and strategic operations, Tim brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams and supporting physician-led growth.
Tim joins Capital Digestive Care from California’s largest pulmonary practice, where he served as CEO and led the provider group network of 70 through a period of record expansion and operational excellence. Based in Virginia Beach, Tim has held prior leadership roles at OrthoVirginia, Riverside, and Bon Secours. He brings valuable insight into the regional healthcare landscape and looks forward to engaging with every part of the organization as he leads Capital Digestive Care into its next chapter.
Lawrence Bassin, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Lawrence Bassin is board-certified in both gastroenterology and internal medicine. Since joining Capital Digestive Care in 2003, he has been a trusted clinical leader with a deep understanding of our patient community and a strong commitment to advancing the quality of care across the organization.
A native of Montgomery County, Maryland, Dr. Bassin’s medical journey has taken him across the country, including meaningful work within the Veterans Administration hospital system. These experiences have shaped his approach to care and leadership, reinforcing his dedication to service, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Capital Digestive Care is excited to welcome this new leadership team and extends heartfelt thanks to our previous leaders for their years of service and dedication.