Karen Blanchette Email & Phone Number

Lady Lake, Fl, Us

Physicians who understand the value of clinical practice vs. business operations get more bang for their buck and deliver better patient care. If you're not sure what I mean by that, ask me!I'm the Executive Director for PAHCOM and am responsible for day to day operations of the organization as well as forward strategies to grow the business. My leadership experience in healthcare, information technology, and the United States Navy has been instrumental in this role.My primary focus is the membership community of professionals we serve (mostly private practice; physician owners and their managers). Ensure your manager has the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in today's modern medical practice industry. Ask me about:- Certified Medical Manager (CMM)- HIT Certified Manager (HITCM-PP)- Free training for your staff- HHS 405(d) resourcesQuality Patient Care is #1 but a strong business is necessary to make that possible consistently. In today's highly regulated industry, it pays to ensure that your "business" is handled professionally. Let us help you... that's what we do at PAHCOM.I'll leave you with four critical points:- If you don't have a dedicated manager, get one.- Keep your manager growing and informed/networked.- Require and support continued education/professional certification.- Take cybersecurity seriously!My card - https://my.pahcom.com/contact-karen

Having worked since college in traditional corporate roles and the military, it was a welcome break to live in Toronto then Los Angeles and be one of the very first pioneers in Social Media Production!Founded PodChick, Inc. and created The PodChick Show podcast. Responsible for the business model design, content creation, and technical implementation. Podchick.com was selected as one of the first 30 shows to be included in the PodShow Network. Developed a viewership/listenership base that exceeds hundreds of thousands every month.• Recognized as a knowledgeable and professional resource in the new media industry. Spoke on guerilla marketing at the 2007 New Media Expo. Quoted in several industry publications. Co-Host ShowGirls and other podcasts.• Developed and produced SKYDIVERGIRLS, an Internet TV Series showcasing Women in Extreme Sports. Responsible for all aspects of production including; writing, story boards, editing, directing, filming, casting, legal and copyright issues, marketing and sponsorship negotiations. SkydiverGirls.TV now reaches over a million viewers on such networks as Veoh and YouTube on the internet and VCAST, Verizon's mobile phone video platform.Simultaneously Co-Hosted with 6 other artists and Frank, our Producer. The ShowGirls Podcast won Best General Podcast in 2006!ShowGirls are: Cali Lewis (GeekBrief TV), SoccerGirl, Share (Rock-n-Roll TV), AnjiBee, Karen & Karla (RumorGirls) and me, KFC (SkydiverGirls & PodChick).The experience was incredibly eyeopening re: new business start-ups, new technology, broadcasting, collaboration, and more. It was a welcomed diversion from my previous corporate executive and military structured working environments and added a component of problem solving expertise I could not have learned anywhere else.

Provides business consulting services utilizing lean six sigma and efficiency methodologies combined with advanced information technology in order to achieve quality results for clients and their customers. Medical association operational support is our strength!

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

• Led a team of 25 Java and .net designers and developers along with three Senior Management direct reports. Developed organizational structure, roles & responsibilities definitions, and several other process based tools designed to increase consistency and clarity in communication within our department and between our supported business units and service providers. • Successfully implemented and supported new releases of CIBC’s banking front end (national deployment requiring coordination with multiple other applications across multiple platforms).

Alpharetta, Ga, Us

• Developed end-to-end logistics solutions for pharmaceutical/biotechnology companies including order-to-cash transactions and all contributing segments of supply chain management• Managed all aspects of client interaction and business development including retention, contract renewals, and growth through new service opportunities in the tens of millions of dollars• Oversaw coordination of activities to ensure tactical operation of accounts including process improvement, client service, and issue resolution

• Founded corporation designed to help medical practices recognize revenues due to them by third party payers• Developed program to increase medical practice efficiency and compliance with Medicare regulations• Trained all client staff on leading coding software, transcription processes, and office operations• Increased client revenues by 25% through use of better business vs. increased resources

San Jose, California, Us

• Conducted Business Analysis then Data Mapping for the Virtual Office medical software project.• Managed 200 analysts and developers. Reported to VP Delivery/Development for Professional Services. Simultaneously managed several implementation projects for delivery to Clients. Handled all personnel issues.• Promoted to Program Director of CA's Reseller Education. Developed entire program educating 1200 resellers. Initiated program with CA partner TechData to bundle several hardware & software solutions for rollout to VARS. Built teams and traveled the US rolling out our educational programs and increasing revenues.• Promoted to Direct Sales Executive exceeding quota of $500k/qtr with a $2millon sale by my second quarter. Primarily worked with large corporations and sold mainframe and Enterprise Management software as well as Professional Services engagements.

Washington, Dc, Us

CIO for Norfolk Naval Dental Center, the headquarters for all Naval Dental commands on the Eastern seaboard and including Keflavik Iceland. Responsible for all Information Technology with a broad scope of strategic planning for internet service to facilities, new facility construction and inclusion of "IT Closets" and wiring of buildings during construction (new concept in those days), all the way to website development (days of "Air Mosaic") and desktop upgrades from 486 to new Gateway machines and upgraded Windows software for everyone. That meant a robust all-staff training program, upgraded networks (Windows NT), etc. Dedicated to understanding the "nth degree" of my department, I installed routers and ran CAT5 through walls. One of the best jobs ever!

Washington, Dc, Us

Senior Medical Administrative Officer for 65 bed hospital onboard a nuclear aircraft carrier (CVN-74, USS John C. Stennis). Responsible for all administrative aspects of the hospital as well as the radiation health program (Radiation Health Officer). Also served as Division Officer for the 30 personnel within the medical department as this is a military command.Led the department through ship's pre-commissioning, commissioning, and sea trials. Trained onboard CVN-69 (USS Dwight D. Eisenhower) a sister Nimitz class carrier.

Washington, Dc, Us

Served in multiple capacities within the US Naval Hospital system including Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Also served at various training commands outside of the Norfolk/Portsmouth area during this period including but not limited to OIS in Newport, RI and Patient Administration School in Bethesda, MD.

Developed the course curriculum and taught two semesters of Business Management, Organizational Behavior, and Automated Accounting.

Mba, Business

Yellowbelt, Process Improvement

Bs, Business