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Astrana Health (NASDAQ: ASTH) CMO Dinesh Kumar plans June 1, 2026 exit

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Astrana Health, Inc. disclosed that its Chief Medical Officer, Dinesh Kumar, M.D., has notified the company of his intention to resign. His resignation will be effective June 1, 2026. The company states that Dr. Kumar’s decision is not due to any disagreement with Astrana Health. The filing notes the company’s appreciation for his contributions and extends well wishes for his future endeavors.

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Astrana reports a planned CMO departure with no stated dispute.

Astrana Health announced that Chief Medical Officer Dinesh Kumar, M.D., intends to resign effective June 1, 2026. The company explicitly notes that his resignation is not the result of any disagreement with the organization.

Leadership transitions in key medical roles can matter for strategy and clinical oversight, but this notice frames the change as orderly and amicable. Future filings may clarify any succession plans or new appointments for the Chief Medical Officer role.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2026

 

ASTRANA HEALTH, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

 

Delaware 001-37392 95-4472349
(State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employer
of Incorporation) File Number) Identification No.)

 

1668 S. Garfield Avenue, 2nd Floor, Alhambra, California 91801

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

 

(626) 282-0288

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code

 

 

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

  

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class Trading symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share ASTH The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company ¨

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨

  

 

 

   

 

 

Item 5.02Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

 

On May 7, 2026, Dinesh Kumar, M.D., the Chief Medical Officer of Astrana Health, Inc. (the “Company”), notified the Company of his intention to resign, effective as of June 1, 2026. Dr. Kumar’s resignation is not a result of any disagreement with the Company. The Company thanks Dr. Kumar for his contributions and wishes him the best in his future endeavors.

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

  ASTRANA HEALTH, INC.
   
Date: May 11, 2026 By: /s/ Brandon K. Sim
  Name: Brandon K. Sim
  Title: Chief Executive Officer and President

 

 

 

FAQ

What executive change did Astrana Health (ASTH) disclose in this 8-K?

Astrana Health reported that its Chief Medical Officer, Dinesh Kumar, M.D., intends to resign effective June 1, 2026. The company noted his decision is not due to any disagreement and thanked him for his contributions and service.

When will Astrana Health CMO Dinesh Kumar’s resignation become effective?

Dinesh Kumar’s resignation as Chief Medical Officer will become effective on June 1, 2026. He notified Astrana Health of his intention to resign on May 7, 2026, providing several weeks’ notice before his departure becomes effective.

What role did Dinesh Kumar hold at Astrana Health before his resignation?

Before his announced resignation, Dinesh Kumar, M.D., served as Chief Medical Officer of Astrana Health, Inc. The company’s disclosure focuses on his intention to resign and expresses appreciation for his contributions to the organization’s work.

Who signed the Astrana Health report announcing the CMO change?

The report announcing the Chief Medical Officer’s planned resignation was signed on behalf of Astrana Health by Brandon K. Sim. He is identified in the document as the company’s Chief Executive Officer and President at the time of signing.

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