Chief Strategy Officer | Chief Medical Information Officer | AI & Medical Informatics Leader
Los Angeles, US.
About
Highly accomplished physician executive with extensive experience in leading strategic initiatives, medical informatics, and artificial intelligence within healthcare. Proven co-founder and Chief Medical Officer who successfully scaled a health tech startup to acquisition, demonstrating expertise in leveraging data-driven solutions to optimize clinical workflows, enhance physician well-being, and drive innovation in radiology. Recognized thought leader and prolific author, adept at translating complex technical advancements into practical clinical applications and shaping the future of medical imaging.
Work
HOPPR
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Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Medical Information Officer, Shareholder
San Francisco, CA, US
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Summary
Currently serves as a strategic and medical informatics leader, driving company vision and technology integration within a healthcare context to enhance innovation and market positioning.
Highlights
Direct strategic planning and execution for a healthcare technology company, aligning product development with long-term business objectives.
Lead medical information strategy, ensuring the ethical and effective integration of clinical data and technology solutions.
Contribute to corporate governance and shareholder value as a key executive and equity holder.
Leverage deep expertise in AI and medical imaging to identify emerging opportunities and drive competitive advantage.
Rad AI
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Advisor, Shareholder
San Francisco, CA, US
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Summary
Provides strategic guidance and contributes to the growth of Rad AI as an advisor and shareholder, leveraging deep industry insights and AI expertise.
Highlights
Advise executive leadership on product roadmap, market strategy, and technological advancements in AI-driven radiology solutions.
Contribute to key business decisions and long-term vision, enhancing the company’s competitive edge.
Support the integration of AI innovations to optimize radiology workflows and improve diagnostic accuracy.
Provide strategic input on industry trends and partnerships, fostering sustainable growth.
Alara Imaging
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Serves on the Advisory Board for Alara Imaging, providing strategic insights and expertise to guide product development and market positioning.
Highlights
Provided strategic counsel on medical imaging technology and market trends, influencing product development.
Contributed to business development and partnership strategies, expanding market reach.
Infiniti Medical
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Consultant
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Summary
Offers expert consulting services to Infiniti Medical, contributing specialized knowledge to strategic projects.
Highlights
Advised on clinical applications and market opportunities for medical devices, enhancing product relevance.
Provided insights into healthcare technology adoption and physician needs, informing strategic decisions.
Hyperfine Research
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Consultant
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Summary
Consults for Hyperfine Research, providing specialized expertise to advance their medical imaging research and development initiatives.
Highlights
Consulted on cutting-edge research in medical imaging, contributing to innovative diagnostic solutions.
Provided expert analysis on clinical utility and technical feasibility of new imaging modalities.
Xcel Capital
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Serves on the Advisory Board for Xcel Capital, offering strategic guidance on investments in healthcare technology.
Highlights
Advised on investment opportunities in health tech, leveraging deep industry knowledge to identify high-potential ventures.
Provided strategic market insights to guide portfolio companies, maximizing growth and returns.
ImageBiopsy Lab
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Contributes to ImageBiopsy Lab's strategic direction as an Advisory Board Member, focusing on medical imaging and AI applications.
Highlights
Offered strategic advice on AI-driven image analysis and biopsy solutions, enhancing product innovation.
Provided clinical perspectives to align technology development with real-world medical needs.
Braid Health
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Advises Braid Health on strategic initiatives as an Advisory Board Member, leveraging expertise in digital health and medical technology.
Highlights
Guided strategic development for digital health platforms, focusing on improving patient access and care delivery.
Provided expertise on tele-radiology and remote diagnostic solutions, enhancing service offerings.
Luxsonic Technologies
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Serves on the Advisory Board for Luxsonic Technologies, offering strategic insights into medical imaging and virtual reality applications.
Highlights
Advised on the integration of VR/AR technologies in medical imaging, exploring new frontiers in diagnostics and education.
Contributed to strategic partnerships and market entry for innovative imaging solutions.
VA Palo Alto
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Staff MSK Radiologist
Palo Alto, CA, US
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Summary
Provides expert musculoskeletal radiology interpretations and patient care within a leading Veterans Affairs medical center, contributing to high-quality diagnostic services.
Highlights
Deliver accurate and timely diagnostic interpretations of complex musculoskeletal imaging studies, supporting optimal patient care.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to inform treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
Maintain current knowledge of advanced imaging techniques and diagnostic protocols.
Contribute to the academic environment through clinical expertise and mentorship.
Rad AI
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Chief Medical Information Officer, Shareholder
San Francisco, CA, US
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Summary
Led medical information strategy and technology integration as Chief Medical Information Officer, contributing to the company's vision and shareholder value.
Highlights
Directed medical information strategy, integrating clinical insights with AI development to enhance product efficacy and user adoption.
Provided critical clinical domain expertise to guide the development of AI solutions for radiology, improving diagnostic support and workflow efficiency.
Influenced product strategy and market positioning, ensuring solutions met the evolving needs of radiologists and healthcare systems.
Contributed to the overall growth and strategic direction of the company as a key shareholder.
Nuance Communications
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Consultant
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Summary
Provided expert consulting services to Nuance Communications, contributing specialized knowledge to enhance their medical technology offerings.
Highlights
Consulted on strategic initiatives for medical AI and natural language processing solutions.
Provided clinical insights to optimize product development and market relevance.
Contributed to the refinement of AI-driven radiology reporting and workflow tools.
Equium Intelligence
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Chief Medical Officer, Co-founder, Shareholder, and Member of Board of Directors
Ardmore, PA, US
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Summary
Co-founded and led Equium Intelligence as Chief Medical Officer, driving the development and successful acquisition of a data-driven scheduling solution, schedulEQ, aimed at enhancing physician work-life balance and operational efficiency.
Highlights
Co-founded and scaled a health tech startup, Equium Intelligence, from inception to successful acquisition by Rad AI in 2022.
Led product strategy and development for schedulEQ, a data-driven scheduling solution that improved physician autonomy and work-life balance while increasing administrative efficiency.
Architected optimizEQ and resourcEQ platforms, integrating scheduling and clinical data with predictive analytics to optimize workload balance and resource management in imaging centers.
Managed strategic direction and governance as a Board Member and Shareholder, aligning product development with market needs and investor expectations.
Rad AI
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Served on the Advisory Board for Rad AI, providing strategic guidance on AI applications in radiology.
Highlights
Advised on the strategic direction and clinical integration of AI solutions for radiology.
Contributed expertise to enhance product efficacy and market adoption of AI technologies.
Within Health
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Served on the Advisory Board for Within Health, offering strategic insights into digital health and wellness platforms.
Highlights
Provided strategic guidance on integrating health technology solutions to improve patient engagement.
Contributed expertise on market trends and competitive positioning in digital health.
Inference Analytics
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Contributed to Inference Analytics' strategic initiatives as an Advisory Board Member, focusing on data analytics and AI in healthcare.
Highlights
Advised on the application of advanced analytics and AI to extract actionable insights from healthcare data.
Provided strategic input on product development and market strategy for AI-driven solutions.
ClariPi
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Consultant
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Summary
Consulted for ClariPi, providing expert guidance on medical imaging and AI technology.
Highlights
Provided specialized consulting on AI applications for medical image processing and analysis.
Offered strategic recommendations to enhance product performance and clinical utility.
Nuance Communications
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Chief Medical Information Officer, Director, Project Manager
Burlington, MA, US
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Summary
Directed medical information strategy, project management, and product development for mPower Clinical Analytics post-acquisition of Montage Healthcare Solutions, leveraging clinical domain expertise to guide AI marketplace and radiology product innovation.
Highlights
Directed strategy, sales, support, and marketing for mPower Clinical Analytics, successfully integrating acquired Montage Healthcare Solutions products.
Provided critical clinical domain expertise for radiology products, including reporting, image sharing, and workflow, as one of only two radiologists in Nuance Communications.
Guided the development and market entry of Nuance's new AI Marketplace, influencing product roadmap and adoption.
Managed cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment between clinical needs and technical development for advanced radiology solutions.
Montage Healthcare Solutions, Inc
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Director of Innovation, Co-founder, Shareholder, and Member of Board of Directors
Philadelphia, PA, US
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Summary
Co-founded Montage Healthcare Solutions, Inc., driving innovation as Director, and played a pivotal role in developing MONTAGET™ Search and Analytics, a radiology data mining solution that significantly improved clinical service efficiency, leading to the company's acquisition by Nuance Communications in 2016.
Highlights
Co-founded and served as Director of Innovation, leading the development of MONTAGET™ Search and Analytics, a proprietary radiology data mining and analytics solution.
Architected the primary application and algorithm for a solution that enhanced clinical service quality and efficiency for department heads, radiologists, researchers, and educators.
Leveraged natural language processing to extract and visualize business and clinical insights from radiology information systems and electronic medical records.
Contributed to the strategic direction and successful acquisition of Montage Healthcare Solutions by Nuance Communications in 2016.
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
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Assistant Professor & Director, Translational Imaging Informatics
Philadelphia, PA, US
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Summary
Served in diverse academic and clinical leadership roles, including Assistant Professor and Director of Translational Imaging Informatics, spearheading educational programs, research initiatives, and clinical service improvements in musculoskeletal radiology.
Highlights
Directed the Center for Translational Imaging Informatics (7/10-8/14), fostering research and innovation in medical imaging.
Served as Interim Chief, Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging (7/11-10/13), overseeing clinical operations and staff development.
Chaired the Efficiency Committee (12/09-12/12), implementing initiatives to optimize departmental workflows and resource utilization.
Developed and directed the RA310 course for medical students (9/11-10/13), shaping the next generation of medical professionals.
Provided expert clinical service as a Staff MSK Radiologist and Clinical Faculty at a leading academic institution (4/15-6/16).
Infiniti Medical, LLC
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Consultant & Graphic Designer
Malibu, CA, US
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Summary
Provided consulting and graphic design services, creating marketing materials that supported product promotion and brand visibility for Infiniti Medical, LLC.
Highlights
Designed and produced online and printed marketing materials, including product sheets and advertisements, enhancing brand presence.
Consulted on strategic communication for medical devices, translating complex information into accessible content.
Zebra Medical Vision
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Advisory Board Member
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Summary
Served on the Advisory Board for Zebra Medical Vision, providing strategic insights on AI-driven medical imaging solutions.
Highlights
Advised on the development and clinical integration of AI algorithms for medical image analysis.
Contributed to strategic discussions on market positioning and product innovation for AI in radiology.
Amirsys, Inc - STATdx
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Consultant
Salt Lake City, UT, US
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Summary
Provided expert consulting services for STATdx, a prominent radiology diagnostic reference, contributing to content development and strategic direction.
Highlights
Contributed specialized medical knowledge to enhance the content and diagnostic utility of STATdx, a leading radiology reference tool.
Advised on user experience and information architecture to improve accessibility and effectiveness for radiologists.
ClickHealth
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Consultant
Boston, MA, US
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Summary
Provided consulting services to ClickHealth, contributing expertise to strategic initiatives and operational improvements in healthcare technology.
Highlights
Advised on strategic development for health information technology solutions, improving product-market fit.
Contributed to projects focused on enhancing user experience and clinical integration of digital health tools.
DIAMOND Users Group (GE Healthcare)
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Physician Liaison
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Served as Physician Liaison for GE Healthcare's DIAMOND Users Group, facilitating communication and collaboration between physicians and the organization to drive product adoption and feedback.
Highlights
Bridged communication between GE Healthcare and physician users, gathering feedback to inform product enhancements.
Facilitated adoption of GE Healthcare imaging solutions by addressing physician needs and concerns.
Represented physician perspectives in product development discussions, ensuring clinical relevance.
iVirtuoso, Inc
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Co-founder & Shareholder, Creator of Yottalook™™
Baltimore, MD, US
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Summary
Co-founded iVirtuoso, Inc., and created Yottalook™™, a pioneering radiology-centric search engine, demonstrating early entrepreneurial success and innovation in medical informatics.
Highlights
Co-founded iVirtuoso, Inc., establishing an early presence in health tech entrepreneurship.
Developed and launched Yottalook™™, a specialized radiology-centric search engine, significantly improving information access for radiologists.
Secured shareholder interest and managed early-stage product development for a novel medical informatics solution.
Pioneered a search-driven approach to medical information retrieval, enhancing efficiency for clinical professionals.
Virtual Radiologic
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Staff Radiologist, Quality Assurance Committee
Minneapolis, MN, US
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Summary
Provided diagnostic radiology services and contributed to quality assurance initiatives at Virtual Radiologic, a leading teleradiology provider.
Highlights
Delivered accurate and timely diagnostic radiology interpretations in a high-volume teleradiology environment.
Served on the Quality Assurance Committee (8/08-10/08), contributing to improved diagnostic standards and patient safety.
Maintained high standards of clinical excellence in a remote diagnostic setting.
Education
University of Maryland Medical Center/VA MD Healthcare System
Baltimore, MD, United States of America
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FellowshipImaging InformaticsGrade:
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
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FellowshipMusculoskeletal ImagingGrade:
Courses
Instructor for Introductory Radiology rotation of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
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ResidencyDiagnostic RadiologyGrade:
Courses
Chief Resident (2005-06)
Albert Einstein Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
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InternshipTransitionalGrade:
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
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Doctor of Medicine (MD)MedicineGrade:
Courses
Junior AOA (Top 6 in the class)
Brown University
Providence, RI, United States of America
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Bachelor of ScienceNeuroscienceGrade: 4.0/4.0
Courses
Magna Cum Laude
Awards
Radiology: Artificial Intelligence Editor's Recognition Award
Radiology
Awarded for outstanding contributions as an editor in the field of Artificial Intelligence in Radiology.
RBMA 2024 Thought Leader of the Year Award
RBMA
Recognized for significant contributions and thought leadership in the field of radiology.
Imaging Wire AI Activator Award
Imaging Wire
Recognized for actively promoting and advancing the use of AI in medical imaging.
RSNA Honored Educator Award
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Honored for significant educational contributions to the field of radiology.
Grant: Impact of Decision Support and Accountability Tools on Adoption of Evidence
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Secured a grant for research on the impact of decision support and accountability tools on evidence adoption, involving 2% effort at Brigham and Women's Hospital (9/10-9/11).
JDI Best Paper
Journal of Digital Imaging (JDI)
Awarded for the publication "Ontology-assisted Analysis of Web Queries to Determine the Knowledge Radiologists Seek." (JDI Volume 24, Number 1, February 2011: pp 160-164).
Jack Westcott Award at Thoracic Imaging by Society of Thoracic Imaging
Society of Thoracic Imaging
Received for a scientific presentation on "Monitoring Radiation Dose for Common Chest Computed Tomography Examinations" (Received by Dr. Tessa Cook, the presenter).
American Heart Association Young Investigator Competition Runner-Up
American Heart Association
Recognized as a runner-up in a prestigious young investigator competition.
Baum-Laufer Award for Excellence in Service to the Penn Radiology Residency
Penn Radiology Residency
Awarded for exceptional service and contributions to the radiology residency program at the University of Pennsylvania.
O.H. Perry Pepper Prize (Research Prize)
University of Pennsylvania
Received a research prize for outstanding contributions to medical research.
Merck Manual Award
Merck
Awarded for academic excellence during medical studies.
Gamble Scholar (One of six merit-based full-tuition scholarships)
Gamble Foundation
Awarded one of six merit-based full-tuition scholarships for academic achievement.
Student Fellowship Award, Education and Research
Foundation of the Society of Nuclear Medicine
Received a fellowship for educational and research pursuits in nuclear medicine.
Merck Index Award (Top student in organic chemistry)
Merck
Recognized as the top student in organic chemistry.
Publications
Methodological challenges in evaluating large language models in radiology.
Radiology
Co-authored a publication on evaluating large language models in radiology, contributing to the understanding of methodological challenges in AI research.
Seeing the unseen: advancing generative AI research in radiology.
Radiology
Authored a publication exploring the advancements and future of generative AI research within the field of radiology.
From bench to bedside with large language models: AJR expert panel narrative review.
AJR Am J Roentgenol.
Co-authored a narrative review on the clinical application of large language models from research to practice in radiology.
Re: “New Horizons: The Potential Role of OpenAI's ChatGPT in Clinical Radiology."
J Am Coll Radiol.
Contributed to a discussion on the role of OpenAI's ChatGPT in clinical radiology, published online.
Translation of Artificial Intelligence Into Practice: The Radiologist as a Vendor.
J Am Coll Radiol.
Co-authored a publication on the practical implementation of AI in radiology from the radiologist's perspective, emphasizing vendor relationships.
"Reporting and Dictation" Chapter in: Practical Imaging Informatics: Foundations and Applications for Medical Informatics. Second Edition.
Springer
Authored a chapter on "Reporting and Dictation" in a key textbook on practical imaging informatics, providing foundational knowledge and applications.
School of Block: Review of Blockchain for the Radiologists.
Acad Radiol.
Co-authored a review on the applications of blockchain technology for radiologists, exploring its potential impact on the field.
“Applications of A.I. beyond image interpretation" Chapter in: Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging: Opportunities, Applications and Risk.
Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Authored a chapter on AI applications beyond image interpretation in medical imaging, discussing opportunities, applications, and risks.
Big data and machine learning - strategies for driving this bus: A summary of the 2016 Intersociety Summer Conference.
J Am Coll Radiol
Co-authored a summary of the 2016 Intersociety Summer Conference, outlining strategies for leveraging big data and machine learning in radiology.
2015 RAD-AID Conference on international radiology for developing countries: The evolving global radiology landscape.
J Am Coll Radiol
Contributed to a publication summarizing the 2015 RAD-AID Conference, detailing the evolving landscape of global radiology for developing countries.
Languages
Korean
Spanish
Japanese
Certificates
California State Medical License
California Medical Board
Board-certification in Diagnostic Radiology
American Board of Radiology (ABR)
Skills
Medical Expertise
Musculoskeletal Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Teleradiology, Medical Imaging, Patient Care, Clinical Diagnostics, Quality Assurance, Clinical Faculty.
Artificial Intelligence & Informatics
Medical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Data Mining, Predictive Analytics, Workflow Optimization, PACS, EMR, DICOM, AI Marketplace Development, Machine Learning, Translational Imaging Informatics.
Executive Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Director of Innovation, Co-founder, Shareholder Management, Board Member, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Product Strategy, Startup Scaling, Acquisition Integration, Team Leadership, Project Management.
schedulEQ, optimizEQ, resourcEQ, MONTAGET™ Search and Analytics, Yottalook™™, mPower Clinical Analytics, Radiology Information Systems (RIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), AI Marketplaces, Clinical Decision Support.