Dexcom COO Quentin Blackford Takes CEO Job At iRhythm

The move is supported by iRhythm investors and disappointed Dexcom’s shareholders.

Remote monitoring company iRhythm Technologies will rely on industry veteran Quentin Blackford to lead the company as it tries to overcome reimbursement challenges and achieve sustained profitability.

On 3 September, San Francisco-based iRhythm announced the appointment of Blackford, DexCom's chief operating officer, to be its new...

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