Tag: Healthcare IT

Lisa Cannon, RN, MS/MBA, SHRM-SCP: Bridging Talent Strategy and Healthcare Excellence to Drive Meaningful Impact

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey, spanning healthcare, consulting, and talent development leadership. Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about aligning people strategies with organizational goals and creating meaningful impact in mission-driven environments. Here is my biography.

Larry Allen, MD: Advancing Healthcare Through Purposeful Leadership, Integrated Innovation, and Compassionate Clinical Insight

I am excited to share a comprehensive overview of my professional journey, reflecting on more than three decades of clinical practice, healthcare leadership, and innovation in population health and value-based care. As I look toward new opportunities in board service and advisory leadership, I remain committed to contributing meaningfully to organizations seeking to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. Here is my biography.

Dr. Paul Buehrens, MD, FAAFP: Improving Healthcare by Strengthening Human Connection Through Innovation

I’m pleased to share a deeper look into my professional journey and the values that have shaped my work in healthcare, leadership, and innovation. Across four decades in clinical practice and organizational leadership, I have focused on strengthening the connection between caregivers and patients while advancing technologies and systems that improve care delivery. As I expand my Board and advisory contributions, I remain dedicated to helping organizations build a more humane, efficient, and visionary healthcare future. Here is my biography.

Michelle Lichte: Empowering People, Elevating Care, Driving Change

I’m excited to share a deeper look at my journey across healthcare and technology—from early implementation work to global leadership, culture building, and client success. My career has been about aligning mission with measurable outcomes and helping teams thrive while we improve care for patients and communities. I remain energized by the possibilities of a more connected, decentralized, and humane healthcare ecosystem. Here is my biography.

Jonathan M. Brown: Transforming Healthcare Through Vision, Integrity, and Intelligent Innovation

I’m excited to share an updated look at my professional journey—one that has taken me through more than 30 years of healthcare IT leadership, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and innovation. I’ve been fortunate to work alongside exceptional teams and serve organizations committed to delivering meaningful change for patients, providers, and communities. Here is my biography.

Jeff Dillavou: Solving Healthcare’s Most Complex Challenges Through People, Processes, and Technology

I’m proud to share a reflection on my professional journey across healthcare technology, leadership, and innovation. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to work with incredible teams dedicated to transforming patient care through people, processes, and technology. Here is my biography.

Charles M. Surber III: Navigating Complexity Through Leadership and Integrity

After nearly two decades in Special Forces leadership and over 15 years driving transformation in healthcare IT operations, I’ve had the privilege of serving in some of the most challenging and rewarding environments imaginable. With a strong focus on organizational design, leadership development, and operational execution, I’m now seeking opportunities to bring that experience to mission-aligned boards. Here is my biography.

Joseph L. Marion: Empowering Healthcare Innovation Through Vision, Integrity, and Strategy

After more than five decades of work in healthcare IT and enterprise imaging, I've had the privilege to lead, consult, and learn from some of the most innovative minds in our industry. From pioneering PACS strategies at GE to guiding large-scale imaging transformations as a consultant, each chapter has deepened my commitment to integrity, innovation, and meaningful progress. Here is my biography.

Amos Adler: Visionary Leader in Digital Health Innovation and Patient Empowerment

I’m passionate about building digital health solutions that empower people to take control of their healthcare journeys. Over the past decade, I’ve led MEMOTEXT and co-founded A4i Inc., a joint venture with CAMH, to bring data-driven, personalized engagement tools to life—especially in mental health. With a background in information systems and a career spanning healthcare, real estate, and consulting, I’m driven by a simple philosophy: create smarter systems that integrate people, process, and technology to make a lasting impact.

Christi Fedak: Bridging Clinical Expertise and Health IT Innovation to Transform Patient Care and Operational Excellence

Christi Fedak is a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience blending clinical expertise with healthcare IT leadership. Currently serving as an Application Systems Analyst at UNC Health, she specializes in Epic Systems optimization, workflow improvements, and strategic project management. With certifications in nuclear medicine and a background in cardiovascular technology, Christi brings a rare dual perspective to her work—bridging patient care and technology with precision and empathy. Known for her resilience, collaborative spirit, and service-driven mindset, she is now seeking board opportunities where she can extend her impact and support mission-driven organizations in the medical, community, and wellness sectors.

Eugene Fry: Trusted Leader in Healthcare IT Compliance and Information Security

With over 40 years of experience in IT and logistics—15 of those focused in healthcare IT and compliance—I’ve had the privilege of leading organizations through complex regulatory landscapes, from HIPAA and HITRUST to SOC2 and GDPR. My work has always centered on protecting sensitive data and building strong, audit-ready programs that align with evolving security and privacy standards. Now semi-retired, I remain passionate about sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and supporting the next generation of leaders in information security and compliance.

Joseph S. Smith: Transforming Healthcare Through Visionary IT Leadership

I’m honored to share a glimpse into my journey in healthcare and information technology, where I've spent over 50 years driving innovation and transformation. From my early days with Blue Cross Blue Shield to leading national IT strategies and founding HITvision, my focus has always been on creating solutions that improve care, reduce inefficiencies, and empower healthcare professionals. Being recognized by my peers and inducted into Marquis *Who’s Who in America* has been deeply meaningful, and I remain committed to advancing impactful technologies and mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Mischa Sorensen, MSN, RN, NI-BC | Senior Director, EHR & Clinical Informatics | Healthcare IT Visionary | Board-Certified Nursing Informaticist

Mischa Sorensen, MSN, RN, NI-BC, is a nationally recognized healthcare IT leader and board-certified nursing informaticist with over two decades of experience driving transformational change across clinical and digital health environments. Known for her strategic vision and deep operational insight, Mischa specializes in EHR optimization, data-informed clinical solutions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Her work has improved care delivery across hundreds of healthcare sites, earning her multiple industry honors and establishing her as a trusted advisor in health system innovation. Mischa brings a unique blend of technical fluency, clinical excellence, and leadership integrity to every role she takes on.

Rajesh Adoni | Transformational Healthcare Technology Leader & Strategic Advisor

Rajesh Adoni is a visionary healthcare technology executive with over three decades of experience leading large-scale transformation initiatives across government, health tech, and engineering sectors. Best known for directing California’s Medi-Cal Rx transition impacting over 15 million lives, Rajesh has a proven track record of aligning strategy, compliance, and innovation to drive measurable results. A skilled collaborator and certified Agile leader, he thrives in complex environments and brings a unique ability to unite cross-functional teams around shared goals. His passion for mentorship, systems thinking, and public service makes him a trusted advisor for organizations navigating healthcare modernization.

Chris Flakus: Executive Leader in Workforce Solutions and Healthcare IT

I'm proud to share a comprehensive look into my career journey and leadership values. With over 30 years of experience across staffing, workforce development, and healthcare IT, I've been fortunate to lead, grow, and mentor alongside incredible people. I’m passionate about giving back and creating meaningful impact through board service and strategic collaboration—here is my biography.

David Duffey, DO | Transformational Healthcare Executive | Strategic Leader in Patient-Centered Innovation & Health System Performance

Dr. David Duffey is a seasoned healthcare executive and physician leader who has dedicated his career to transforming health systems through patient-centered innovation, strategic leadership, and compassionate care. With over three decades of experience guiding clinical and operational excellence, he has led large-scale initiatives that improve outcomes, reduce disparities, and build cultures of trust and accountability. Known for his thoughtful approach to leadership, Dr. Duffey blends deep industry knowledge with a commitment to mentoring and collaboration—making him a powerful force for sustainable change in healthcare and beyond.