Patti Cuartas is an accomplished healthcare executive with a remarkable 25 year career spanning leadership, clinical practice, operations, technology and education. As a visionary leader, she spearheads the strategic development and implementation of clinical and business-aligned digital and technology services at Mount Sinai Health System, including Mount Sinai International. In this capacity, she navigates this complex landscape of driving IT initiatives that amplify organizational effectiveness, while catering to diverse patient segments.Patti's profound expertise in informatics and her clinical acumen are both equally impressive, boasting over two decades as a Physician Assistant (PA) across critical care settings and outpatient departments.A seasoned educator, Patti's influence extends to renowned institutions including Mount Sinai, CUNY School of Medicine, and Stony Brook University. She shares her wisdom within PA Master's programs, acting as a mentor and preceptor for emerging healthcare professionals.Patti's commitment to diversity and inclusivity is evident in her co-chair role on the Corporate Diversity Council at Mount Sinai. Her impact resonates further through her involvement in the admissions committee for Stony Brook University's PA program since 1999 and more recently in CUNY's Harlem SOM PA program.With an impressive portfolio, Patti holds certifications in Project Management, an MBA in Healthcare Management from Baruch College, and is a Fellow of both the American College of Healthcare Executives and the American Academy of PAs. Her academic journey encompasses degrees in PA, Biochemistry, and Psychology from Stony Brook University, where she was recognized as Outstanding Alumni, and an MBA from Baruch College where she received the humanitarian award.Patti's leadership is exemplified as the Immediate Past President of the New York State Society of PAs, as the chair of Epic's Advisory Board on Social Determinants of Health, and as a board member of the national eHealth Exchange Network. Through her multifaceted expertise, Patti Cuartas shapes the trajectory of healthcare delivery, technology, operations, education, and diversity with unwavering dedication and executive prowess.