2027 NJHIMSS Board Election

Professional Background
I am a Senior Health Informatics professional and Entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of public health, clinical research, and digital transformation. I hold a Ph.D. in Health Informatics and dual Master’s degrees in Health Administration and Informatics from the University of Missouri-Columbia. My career has spanned the federal sector as an Informatics Fellow at the CDC, the corporate sector supporting Amgen and McKesson (Ontada), and the entrepreneurial space as Founder/CEO of Tritonis Inc. My technical expertise is rooted in the practical application of AI/ML, FHIR, and the OMOP Common Data Model to solve fragmented data silos. Notably, I led the implementation of ontological methodologies for the CDC’s Data Modernization Life Cycle and recently achieved a 70% improvement in clinical entity recognition for oncology data products at McKesson. As a current OHDSI Kheiron Fellow, I lead global initiatives in AI-assisted phenotyping, ensuring that health data remains findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR).

Current Position
I currently serve as the Founder and CEO of Tritonis Inc., a New Jersey-based health technology firm where I lead cross-functional teams in developing AI-driven solutions for medication standardization and clinical data monetization. Additionally, I serve as an Adjunct Faculty member at Purdue Global University, where I teach the next generation of professionals in Information Systems Design and Implementation.

Statement of Interest & Objectives
As a resident of New Jersey and a long-time advocate for health information technology, I am eager to serve on the NJHIMSS Board of Directors to help our state remain at the forefront of digital health innovation. My primary objectives in serving on the board are:
Advancing AI Literacy & Readiness: I aim to lead initiatives that educate our members on the responsible integration of Generative and Agentic AI within NJ health systems, ensuring our workforce is prepared for the "AI-ready" data shift.

Fostering Interoperability Standards: Leveraging my experience with OHDSI and FHIR, I want to champion statewide efforts to improve data exchange between payers, providers, and life sciences partners to enhance patient outcomes across New Jersey.

Strengthening the Talent Pipeline: I am committed to mentoring early-career professionals and students within the NJHIMSS community, bridging the gap between academic informatics and industry requirements.

Entrepreneurial Engagement: I intend to leverage my experience as a founder to foster a more robust ecosystem for NJ-based health-tech startups, connecting local innovators with the broader HIMSS network.

My blend of scientific rigor and business acumen will provide a unique and valuable perspective to the board as we navigate the complexities of the 2027 healthcare landscape.

I work in healthcare technology and policy with a focus on interoperability, Medicaid, correctional health, and community-based innovation, and I’ve spent my career helping states, HIEs, payers, providers, justice-involved programs, and community organizations operationalize data-sharing in ways that improve care for real people. I have been deeply involved in efforts to better integrate physical, behavioral, and social care for individuals in the correctional space, including work that supports transitions of care and continuity of services when people move in and out of custody. In my current role, I lead strategy and stakeholder engagement for health information exchange initiatives, rural and behavioral health programs, correctional health projects, and value-based care efforts, translating complex policy and technical requirements into actionable workplans and collaborations.

I am very interested in joining the NJHIMSS board because I see it as a powerful platform to elevate New Jersey’s role in national conversations about interoperability, equity, correctional health, and digital transformation, while also creating space for voices that are often missing from traditional health IT tables. I am currently working to serve as a liaison between the national HIMSS Tribal work and the New Jersey chapter, and board membership is required to meet those expectations and effectively bridge that work. My objective in serving is to:

Bring my experience in HIE, Medicaid, correctional health, and safety-net innovation to help shape chapter programming and strategy.

Build stronger connections between NJHIMSS and national initiatives, particularly those focused on Tribal, rural, justice-involved, and underserved communities.

Support more inclusive, cross-sector engagement across providers, payers, vendors, public health, corrections, Tribal partners, and community organizations so that NJHIMSS reflects the full ecosystem it serves.

Ultimately, I want to help NJHIMSS not only convene the conversation, but actively drive practical, measurable progress in how health IT supports all New Jersey communities—including Tribal, justice-involved, and marginalized populations—and serving on the board is the best way for me to contribute that value and meet the liaison requirements I’ve committed to.

I am an Account Manager at GDT, where I work with healthcare organizations on technology needs across networking, data center, storage, professional services, managed services, and product solutions. I have worked in the technology industry for more than 30 years, and a large part of my current focus is on hospitals in the Northeast.

My background has always been about building relationships, understanding what clients need, and helping connect them with the right solutions and the right people. One recent example was supporting a New Jersey hospital with a large wireless assessment and remediation plan to help prepare for an upcoming Epic deployment. I have also been involved in a major multi-year digital transformation effort for another hospital environment, helping support the mobility and collaboration infrastructure across 254 sites. Work like this has shown me how important strong, reliable technology is to the day-to-day success of hospitals.

I am interested in serving on the NJHIMSS Board because I live in Princeton, work closely with hospitals, and want to be more involved in the healthcare IT community here in New Jersey. I enjoy bringing people together, building relationships, and making connections that help people and organizations move forward. After more than 30 years in the industry, I feel I can bring experience, perspective, and a strong network to help support the chapter and its members.

I have also been encouraged by Tony Ferrante, a longtime friend and past president of the New York HIMSS chapter, who has been a mentor to me around HIMSS and the value of getting involved at the local chapter level. His encouragement helped reinforce for me that this is the right way for me to give back and contribute.

If selected, I would like to help in practical ways, especially around member engagement, sponsorship, and events. I am also happy to contribute wherever the chapter feels I can be most useful. To me, this is a chance to give back, stay involved, and help strengthen the healthcare IT community in New Jersey.

I serve as Senior Director of Business Analytics and Strategy at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, where I built and lead the enterprise analytics function over the past six years and continue to shape organizational strategy. I bring over 25 years of experience using technology to drive culture change, with sixteen of those years focused in healthcare. My work connects clinical, operational, and financial systems to action, translating strategy into execution with over $40M in measurable impact. I have spent my career aligning people, systems, and incentives by asking tough questions and doing the work to answer them.

So I begin with these questions:
- What led you to HIMSS, and what do you truly want from it, for yourself and your organization?
- When we bring people together, what actually happens after the handshake?
- If a connection creates real potential, how do we ensure it survives the return to operations?

Together, we would use those answers to shape how this chapter continues to operate, supported by clear goals, simple entry points, proactive engagement, effective communication, measurable outcomes, and strong connections.

I believe in this community of system thinkers, clarity seekers, and curious people who want to help others. I want to support those just starting out, those in the middle working toward meaningful outcomes, and those stepping into leadership. I have stumbled and thrived through each of these steps, and serving on the board is a step toward becoming the mentor I once needed.

Create something real. Solve something hard. Share those moments with people who care.

I currently serve as the Digital Transformation Manager at Atlantic Health System, where I oversee a broad portfolio of initiatives that enhance virtual care delivery and the digital patient experience. My responsibilities include leading the implementation and optimization of virtual visits, implementing ambulatory medical devices, whether or not they interface directly with the electronic health record, and managing our systemwide remote patient monitoring programs. I also oversee the deployment of AI‑assisted care applications for clinicians, practice staff, and where those include patient‑facing use cases.

Prior to this role, I gained extensive experience in population health and value‑based care, program and project management, innovation strategy, and product development. This background has provided me with a strong foundation in collaborating technology-enabled solutions that drive clinical, operational, and patient-centered outcomes.

As the digital transformation manager at Atlantic Health, I am deeply committed to advancing digital transformation and improving experience of our clinicians, staff, and patients. Serving on this board allows me the opportunity to contribute my experience, collaborate with healthcare leaders, and help shape initiatives that strengthen the healthcare technology ecosystem across our state.

In my current role, I lead complex, cross-functional initiatives involving clinical applications, data-driven support, vendor partnerships, architecture understanding and technology enablement. Much of my work centers on bridging the gap between operational needs/gaps and innovative technical solutions. This position has given me insight into challenges and opportunities facing healthcare organizations today, from interoperability, physician and patient engagement, the plethora of data, and what to do with it.

I am interested in serving on the board because I am committed to advancing the chapter’s impact in key areas, including strengthening regional collaboration and promoting digital transformation that meaningfully improves patient care. My focus extends beyond implementing new technologies; I am dedicated to driving improved outcomes, operational efficiency, and a better user experience for both patients and providers.

If selected to serve, my primary objective would be to advance responsible and sustainable digital transformation across the healthcare community. I aim to help the chapter elevate best practices in user‑centered design, interoperability, and the thoughtful implementation of AI. My goal is to promote and educate stakeholders on secure, scalable, and value driven digital solutions that benefit health systems, practices, caregivers, and patients.

Additionally, I would bring a strong operational perspective rooted in my experience working across a multi‑hospital health system that spans inpatient, primary care, and specialty practices. This background equips me with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by frontline teams, as well as the opportunities for technology to support more coordinated, effective, and patient‑centered care. I am committed to ensuring that chapter programming and advocacy reflect the real needs of healthcare organizations and the communities they serve.

Serving on the board would allow me to contribute my experience, expand my leadership impact, and help advance a mission I strongly believe in transforming healthcare through technology, collaboration, and continuous learning. I am ready to contribute energy, insight, and hands-on leadership to support the chapter and the broader healthcare community.

With over 18 years of progressive experience in healthcare, my career has been defined by a commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovation, data-driven decision-making, and system-level transformation. I began my journey as a bedside nurse, where I developed a strong clinical foundation and a deep understanding of patient care. This frontline experience continues to inform my perspective and fuels my passion for improving healthcare delivery at scale. I then transitioned into quality and safety, where I gained expertise in performance improvement methodologies and healthcare data analytics. In this role, I led and supported initiatives aimed at enhancing care quality, reducing harm, and optimizing operational efficiency. It was here that I discovered my passion for leveraging data to uncover insights, guide strategic decisions, and drive measurable improvement. Building on this foundation, I advanced into population health, where I currently focus on designing and implementing strategies that improve outcomes across diverse patient populations. My work integrates clinical knowledge, informatics, and analytics to address health disparities, improve care coordination, and support value-based care models. I am also nearing completion of my Master’s degree in Health Informatics, further strengthening my ability to bridge the gap between clinical practice and technology-enabled solutions.

I am deeply interested in serving on the NJHIMSS board because of its critical role in advancing the use of information and technology to improve healthcare globally. My professional journey uniquely positions me to contribute a multidisciplinary perspective that spans clinical care, quality improvement, data analytics, and population health. I am particularly passionate about promoting equitable access to digital health solutions, advancing data interoperability, and supporting the responsible use of analytics and emerging technologies to improve outcomes.

As a board member, my objective would be to collaborate with fellow leaders to shape strategic initiatives that empower healthcare organizations to harness data more effectively, foster innovation, and drive sustainable improvements in patient care. I am committed to contributing thoughtful leadership, practical experience, and a forward-looking vision to support NJHIMSS in its mission.

I am a healthcare informatics and health systems strategy professional with a focus on improving operational efficiency through workflow optimization. Revenue cycle simplification and practical health IT implementation. My work centers on identifying gaps within billing, documentation and data flow systems and developing structured, technology-enabled solutions to reduce administrative burden and improve financial performance.

Currently, I serve as a Founder and CEO of healthcare IT consulting firm in its early growth phase, where I am building advisory services aimed at simplifying billing workflows, strengthening revenue cycle processes and improving alignment between clinical operation and financial operations. My approach emphasizes clarity, process redesign and system integration to help healthcare organizations operate more efficiently while maintaining high standards of care delivery.

I am interested in serving on board of New Jersey Healthcare Information Management System Society because I believe one of the greatest opportunities in healthcare technology today lies in reducing operational complexity. Many providers struggle not because of lack of technology but because systems and workflows are fragmented. My objective in serving on board is to contribute practical insights on workflow optimization and data-driven operational workflow management while supporting NJHIMSS mission to educate and connect healthcare IT professionals across New Jersey.