Congratulations to the Fall 2023 TN HIMSS and Belmont University Health IT Workforce Accelerator graduates! With over 200 graduates since its inception, this program has empowered healthcare technology and other professionals from diverse backgrounds and career paths.
The graduates and their companies are:
| Loren | Bailey | VUMC | Sr. Application Analyst |
| Christopher | Breland | Ankura | Director of Strategy & Performance |
| Douglas | Carpenter | AMSURG | Systems Engineer |
| Gina | Clemons | SSA | Manager |
| Natlie | Crawford | Ardent | Senior Epic Analyst |
| Darla | Emberton | VUMC | Application Analyst |
| Felix | Garcia | Ankura | Senior Director, Strategy & Performance – Americas |
| Barry | Hamblin | Ardent | Manager |
| Nicholas | Head | VUMC | Principal Application Analyst |
| Andrew | Hyder | BCBST | Business Systems Analyst Specialist |
| Donna | Lutton | BCBST | Director of Application Services |
| Geoff | Mavrak | VUMC | Application Analyst |
| Moolchandani | Moolchandani | HCA | Director, Applications and Analytics |
| Aniko | Moore | VUMC | Lead Clinical IT Support Specialist |
| Ashley | Moyers | BCBST | Associate Software Engineer II |
| Donald | Rogers | VUMC | Clinical IT Support Specialist |
| Melanie | Roper | VUMC | Lpn |
| Matthew | Sherman | VUMC | Application Developer |
| Tara | Tillman | BCBST | Application Manager |
| Demesha | Warren | VUMC | HealthIT Regional Support/ Customer Care Specialist |
| Josh | Weem | VUMC | Application Analyst |
Tailored for professionals at every level, the program provides both in-person and remote learning options. It delves into the intersection of healthcare and IT, emphasizing how this blend influences care outcomes. The curriculum encompasses the evolving landscape of healthcare and its business processes. Students also gain invaluable exposure to various healthcare settings including provider, payer, and vendor environments. Led by seasoned HIT professionals, the program immerses students in real-world challenges, enabling them to discern and implement best practices in their careers.
The training offers an extensive overview of the U.S. healthcare system and policies, coupled with specialized knowledge of HIT systems and processes. Participants develop a comprehensive understanding of vendor solutions while honing their team-based skills.
For further details and enrollment in upcoming classes, please visit our website.