Today’s business professionals are busier than ever. That’s why focus is so important. Reading books and articles on one’s craft is a must to stay ahead. As a Book Reviewer, I match my decades of military experience with books I find impressive, such as leadership and character development, and write about how those books could be of benefit to my audience. My intent is to assist those who value their time and want to know more about a particular book before committing their energy to reading… Show more Today’s business professionals are busier than ever. That’s why focus is so important. Reading books and articles on one’s craft is a must to stay ahead. As a Book Reviewer, I match my decades of military experience with books I find impressive, such as leadership and character development, and write about how those books could be of benefit to my audience. My intent is to assist those who value their time and want to know more about a particular book before committing their energy to reading and studying it. DoDReads provides me with a platform to share in their quest to build and develop leaders with a commitment to lifelong learning. Show less

Since transitioning from the military, I am now in a season of rediscovery.

Responsible for the delivery of Naval Leadership and Ethics Center's curriculum and mentorship of more than 3,000 CEO/COO/VP annually. Certified in HOGAN Assessments methods, provided detailed personality assessments to 40 senior executives (CEO) to enhance job performance outcomes. Coached over 200 Leadership 360 evaluations to COO's to improve key leadership competencies.

Led over 1,000 personnel in all aspects of healthcare delivery to 34k patients across 4 states. Managed an operating budget of $69M and $17M in equipment. Coordinated the execution of Clear and Legible Reporting from network providers that was identified by the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery as a "Best in Practice" initiative. Developed a business plan reducing pharmacy expenditures by $5.3M per year.

Led a professional medical education and training organization of 328 personnel with a $22M budget. Responsible for Postgraduate Dental Education for the Navy. Served as Navy Surgeon General's advisor on the Leader Development Continuum Council and the Chief of Naval Operations Leader Development workgroup bringing diverse groups together on several Navy-wide committees to strengthen the Navy Profession through education and training initiatives.

Flawlessly executed administrative oversight of the Navy's Medical/Dental professional education / training. Led over 300 highly skilled personnel while managing a $22M budget. Provided oversight for the first ever Navy-hosted 'virtual scoring' Joint Graduate Medical Education Selection Board resulting in $250k savings in travel costs. Effected the completion of a Navy Medicine Professional Development Center / Bureau of Medicine and Surgery digitization contract to improve accuracy and… Show more Flawlessly executed administrative oversight of the Navy's Medical/Dental professional education / training. Led over 300 highly skilled personnel while managing a $22M budget. Provided oversight for the first ever Navy-hosted 'virtual scoring' Joint Graduate Medical Education Selection Board resulting in $250k savings in travel costs. Effected the completion of a Navy Medicine Professional Development Center / Bureau of Medicine and Surgery digitization contract to improve accuracy and monitoring of medical provider contracts and preservation of documents. Show less

Responsible for preventive medicine, dental and medical support for 3100 personnel on a remote island in the pacific. Expertly coordinated resources with Global Patient Movement Requirement Center in support of 11 Priority/Urgent medical evacuations to include a critical at-sea rescue from a U.S. Submarine, thereby ensuring the health and wellbeing of our fighting forces. Coordinated 5 major multi-national Mass Casualty drills; demonstrated sustained superior performance in complex operations… Show more Responsible for preventive medicine, dental and medical support for 3100 personnel on a remote island in the pacific. Expertly coordinated resources with Global Patient Movement Requirement Center in support of 11 Priority/Urgent medical evacuations to include a critical at-sea rescue from a U.S. Submarine, thereby ensuring the health and wellbeing of our fighting forces. Coordinated 5 major multi-national Mass Casualty drills; demonstrated sustained superior performance in complex operations, contributed significantly to the successful execution of joint operations. Show less

Oversees the formal Marine Corps school of the Navy Medical Department Combat Trauma, Medical Skills, and Combat Survival Skills meeting the requirement of worldwide missions of the Marine Corps Operating Forces. Graduated over 1,400 medical personnel with training in combat medicine. Skillfully managed an account valued at more than $3.26M.

Responsible for a $5.6M budget for 2,500 enrollees. Implemented a centralized Utilization Review/Referral Management Process to manage the clinics multi-million dollar annual purchase care expenditures. Coordinated a Pharmacy Expansion project which contributed to the command receiving the Military Health System award for outstanding pharmacy operations. Implemented digital radiology improving clinical diagnosis and healthcare outcomes. Made improvements to the clinical management processes… Show more Responsible for a $5.6M budget for 2,500 enrollees. Implemented a centralized Utilization Review/Referral Management Process to manage the clinics multi-million dollar annual purchase care expenditures. Coordinated a Pharmacy Expansion project which contributed to the command receiving the Military Health System award for outstanding pharmacy operations. Implemented digital radiology improving clinical diagnosis and healthcare outcomes. Made improvements to the clinical management processes which increased productivity by 28%. Show less

Provide general and specialized medical and dental services to beneficiaries in Lemoore CA, Fallen CA and San Francisco Bay Areas. Provide ready medical personnel for deployable medical platforms. Influenced the development of a comprehensive Environment of Care standard operating procedures manual which provided improved efficiencies in the Environment of Care program. Coordinated the negotiations between the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, the Naval Health Clinic Lemoore and the local… Show more Provide general and specialized medical and dental services to beneficiaries in Lemoore CA, Fallen CA and San Francisco Bay Areas. Provide ready medical personnel for deployable medical platforms. Influenced the development of a comprehensive Environment of Care standard operating procedures manual which provided improved efficiencies in the Environment of Care program. Coordinated the negotiations between the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, the Naval Health Clinic Lemoore and the local Veterans Administration in Fresno, CA, establishing a single service separations and disability exam, meeting requirements of all organizations and eliminating cost and time from previous duplication of services. Show less

Led the design and development of Regional Readiness Metrics reported to the executive council to improve business practices, ensuring access to care for beneficiaries in the region. Provided research data in the development of the Puget Sound Multi-Market profile that was briefed during the Military Health System Leadership Conference.

Provided direct oversight of the regional Bid Price Adjustment of the Region 11 Managed Care Support Contract. Created a detailed resource allocation forecasting tool used for Market analysis of the Puget Sound Regional Business Plan.

Facilitated the development of Health Affairs policy addressing Defense Medical Information System enrollment transfers. Contributed to the professional development of senior executive officers by planning and coordinating the Northwest Joint Medical Executive Skills Course sponsored by Uniformed Services University of the Health Science.

Established email communications with TRICARE Service Centers worldwide to improve health care for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families. Collaborated with the Air Force Medical Group in Okinawa to ensure accurate enrollment of eligible beneficiaries. Proposed changes in TRICARE marketing materials that were accepted by the Lead Agent for use throughout the Pacific Region. Authored well-received articles for local newspapers and Navy and Marine Corps Medical News; appeared on… Show more Established email communications with TRICARE Service Centers worldwide to improve health care for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families. Collaborated with the Air Force Medical Group in Okinawa to ensure accurate enrollment of eligible beneficiaries. Proposed changes in TRICARE marketing materials that were accepted by the Lead Agent for use throughout the Pacific Region. Authored well-received articles for local newspapers and Navy and Marine Corps Medical News; appeared on Far East Network Radio; hosted a popular local 'Healthline' TV show - all highly successful TRICARE information efforts. Show less

Responsible for leading 300 personnel for all Headquarters functions of a Dental Marine Battalion. Maintained unit cohesiveness for more than 1000 Marines and Sailors during a deployment to Thailand. Developed a Medical Regulating and Evacuation Plan used during the Marine Expeditionary Force Component for Cobra Gold 1996 Exercise.

Managed supply, personnel, and operational readiness of fourteen complex surgical departments. Spearheaded and organized the Tri-Service working group in the National Capital Area Health Services Plan in support of the Department of Defense TRICARE initiatives which served the multi-million dollar NCA Healthcare delivery system.

Directly managed a budget of ten million dollars, balancing the complex operational, procurement, and educational requirements of fourteen surgical departments.