Innovating at the Intersection of Medicine, Data, and Technology

Chief Informaticist at Intelligent Medical Objects (IMO)

At IMO, I am at the forefront of shaping the informatics strategy, championing the integration of cutting-edge terminology solutions into the very fabric of healthcare data ecosystems. My mission focuses on ensuring seamless semantic interoperability that empowers clinical decision-making and utilizes AI-driven techniques to enhance patient outcomes significantly. I lead diverse, cross-functional teams spanning clinical, data science, and engineering disciplines, orchestrating innovative initiatives that transform healthcare data into powerful, actionable insights that drive the future of patient care.

Precision Medicine & Data Science Leadership

Before I began my journey with IMO, I served as the Director of Clinical Informatics and Data Science at a leading precision medicine oncology organization. In this pivotal role, I empowered dynamic teams to extract profound insights from complex and varied data sources. By leveraging advanced statistical modeling and cutting-edge machine learning techniques, we transformed the clinical interpretation of oncology data, driving significant outcomes in patient care and advancing the future of cancer treatment.

Key Contributions & Research

My research centers on computational methods that enhance clinical and genomic data interpretation. Recent contributions include:

• Predictive AI for Oncology: Developing interpretable natural language models to estimate time to diagnosis in breast cancer patients, enabling earlier interventions.
• Healthcare Knowledge Graphs: Creating a comprehensive drug ontology that integrates multiple real-world data sources for academic and commercial applications.
• Semantic Interoperability in AI: Advancing robust clinical terminology frameworks to enhance the accuracy and reliability of AI-powered healthcare solutions.

Industry Influence & Thought Leadership

Alongside my research efforts, I actively shape the future of healthcare by establishing data standards, enhancing AI integration, and creating comprehensive terminology solutions. My collaborations with regulatory agencies and strategic partners enable me to lead groundbreaking advancements in clinical informatics, ultimately transforming how we handle healthcare data and its applications.