Tricia Anderson
Senior Consultant, Barlow/McCarthy

Tricia combines deep expertise in physician relations and analytics with a strategic focus on growth, making her an invaluable asset in driving healthcare success. Passionate about discovering innovative ways to boost referrals and strengthen in-network retention, Tricia is dedicated to helping health systems grow the right business for long-term success. Known for her results-driven approach, she excels in advancing referral development teams, enhancing patient care coordination, and building high-touch concierge navigation services—all aimed at achieving measurable impact.

Monica Aunan
AAPL Past President/Provider Relations Manager, Hospital Administration, University of Iowa Health Care

Monica serves as the Provider Relations Manager for Central Iowa at the University of Iowa, where she specializes in physician outreach, referral optimization, and data-driven improvements. Her work spans across multiple hospital systems and rural affiliates, collaborating closely with the University of Iowa strategy team and senior leadership to ensure optimal patient referrals and performance. As a past President of the American Association of Physician Liaisons (AAPL) and a certified Crucial Learning trainer in Crucial Conversations and Crucial Accountability, Monica is passionate about networking, mentoring, and leveraging her expertise in strategic planning and relationship building to drive positive organizational culture.

Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA
Advisor, Barlow/McCarthy

Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA is the founder and serves as advisor with Barlow/McCarthy, the nation’s leading physician relationship strategy consulting firm. The author of five books on the topic and a sought-after speaker and trainer. While Kriss is highly skilled at inspiring vision, she also takes a hands-on approach to implementation that drives results.

Karen Benedikt 
Senior Physician Liaison, EyeSouth Partners

Karen leads a national team of Physician Liaisons, ensuring marketing strategies are cohesive with each practice's goals. With over 30 years of experience in ophthalmology, her expertise also extends to advising on continuing education and co-management initiatives.

Margie Berg
Physician Liaison, Children's Wisconsin

Margie has 10 years’ experience in the Physician Liaison role. She enjoys using her skills to achieve sales growth through developing new client accounts, maintaining existing accounts, and developing/maintaining long-term relationships with physicians and health care leaders both internally and externally. Margie has earned a Masters in Organizational Leadership, has been an active member of AAPL for many years, and serves on the Resource and Development Committee.

Katie Bakewell
Vice President, AI Strategy, NLP Logix

Katie Bakewell serves as the Vice President of AI Strategy at NLP Logix, where she brings over 13 years of experience leading diverse and impactful projects—from predictive maintenance for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program to efficacy analysis for poison control center co-management. She has authored several publications focused on retrospective analyses of wound care skin substitutes. A proud University of North Florida alumna, Katie holds bachelor’s degrees in mathematics and statistics as well as a master’s degree in mathematical sciences. She is actively involved in the Jacksonville community, serving on the board of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, the advisory council for Community First Credit Union, and as a part of Florida Data Science for Social Good. Katie lives in Jacksonville with her husband and is an enthusiastic supporter of all the local sports teams.

Susan Boydell
Principal, Barlow/McCarthy

Susan specializes in helping hospitals and health systems create customized solutions for growing business, referral development, improving network integrity, and keeping organizations one step ahead of the trends. Whether it’s coaching field teams or program leaders, she is passionate about inspiring teams to do great work.

Lindsay Carrillo
Director of Business Development, UCI Health

Lindsay leads a team dedicated to growth and sustainability across the enterprise. The team has 20 members, dedicated to developing networks among community hospitals, physicians and patients. Prior to joining UCI Health, Lindsay worked at PIH Health and Banner Health.

Haili Coombe
Vice President, Client and Product Advancement, Doctivity Health

Haili is an accomplished healthcare database management and reports analysis leader passionate about developing and implementing focused business improvement strategies and achieving a measurable return on investment (ROI). Over the past decade, Haili has achieved measurable and proven results, initially working with the physician liaison team and overseeing the New Physician Ramp Up Program at Geisinger Health System in Pennsylvania. For the past five years, Haili has led Doctivity client engagement and, as part of the team, has helped generate millions in new revenue for clients.

Scott Clelland, Director, Business Development, Conexiant

Scott Clelland is a strategic leader in the healthcare media space. With nearly 20 years of experience at the intersection of healthcare, digital transformation, and business growth, Scott brings a rare blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution.

As Director of Business Development at Conexiant, he is the driving force behind some of the most innovative media solutions helping hospitals across the country educate, engage, and empower healthcare professionals. His work transforms complex challenges into measurable ROI, forging partnerships that span from the largest health systems in the U.S. to highly targeted referral campaigns at the regional level.

Scott is especially adept at helping partners save time and resources by eliminating the guesswork in audience discovery—ensuring they not only understand who their audiences are, but also how to connect with them in ways that are relevant, resonant, and effective. Whether speaking on the future of healthcare media or championing innovation in medical education, Scott brings clarity, purpose, and energy to every stage he steps on.

Diane Dorow
Physician Liaison, Children's Wisconsin  

Diane is a Physician Liaison with Children’s Wisconsin with over 10 years of experience in Northern Wisconsin. She is a steward for her organization and continually brings value to her all of the stakeholders she comes in contact with. Children’s Wisconsin has seen a growth in her territory since her arrival.

April Foster
Physician Relations Territory Manager, University of Kansas Health System  

April graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in social science with an emphasis in economic management. Since then, April has enjoyed a fun and rewarding career in healthcare marketing and has even gained experience as a practice administrator for a small primary care practice. April began helping patients connect with world class care as Physician Relations Territory Manager at The University of Kansas Health System nearly six years ago.

Jason Harle
Educator and Entrepreneur  

Jason has over 15 years of experience in teaching, business, and professional development. He is passionate about helping students and professionals build meaningful relationships and develop a strong personal brand. His background includes business, professional development, and sport management, along with founding an online personal training company where he has written nine publications. He teaches at Florida State University, Concordia, St. Paul, and Des Moines Area Community College. As a doctoral candidate, his research explores how business students use LinkedIn for informal learning to improve their networking and career development. He believes career success is built on authentic connections and is dedicated to mentoring others in networking, branding, and long-term growth to help them stand out in a competitive professional landscape.

Ashley Hilliard
Senior Director of Practice Growth & Referral Relations, Texas Oncology  

Ashley leads the statewide liaison program. The Texas Oncology liaison team consists of 33 senior liaisons who support practice initiatives and growth strategies. With 20 years of experience in both liaison roles and pharmaceutical sales, Ashley joined Texas Oncology in 2010. She initially served as an Oncology Liaison and Regional Manager covering the Central, South, and Northeast regions before being promoted to Senior Director overseeing the entire state. Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Woman's University and resides in Paris, TX. 

Elizabeth Holcombe
Physician Liaison, Shriners Children's Hospital   

Elizabeth is a business development professional with 24 years of healthcare experience, specializing in physician relations. Based in Greenville, SC, she has dedicated 12 years to Shriners Children's as a Physician Liaison, fostering partnerships and driving provider engagement across multiple states. Elizabeth excels in strategic problem-solving and identifying new opportunities. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising from University of South Carolina’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications.

Alice Hou
Physician Liaison, Stanford Health Care

Alice has been a Physician Liaison with Stanford Health Care for 3 years. Prior to Stanford she worked at Sutter Health for over 10 years. She has an extensive sales and business development background. Alice lives in Santa Clara and has been married for over 12 years and has a 9-year-old son.

Kayla Joy
Physician Relations Territory Manager, University of Kansas Health System

With twenty-three years of healthcare experience, Kayla has served as a Director of Medical Staff Affairs for a 1200 member medical staff, physician recruiter and physician contract manager.  Kayla joined The University of Kansas Health System two years ago as a Physician Relations Territory Manager, connecting world class specialists with community physicians throughout the state of Kansas. Kayla graduated from Pittsburg State University with a degree in communications and emphasis in public relations. 

Amanda S. Lochrie, PhD, MBA, Chief of Psychology, Interim Chair of Pediatrics, Nemours Children's Health

Amanda S. Lochrie, PhD, MBA, has been a dedicated leader at Nemours since joining as a Pediatric Psychology Fellow in 2002, transitioning to the faculty in 2003 and now serving as Chief of the Division of Psychology within the Department of Pediatrics for the past decade and is the Interim Chair, Department of Pediatrics . She has spearheaded several clinical and research initiatives centering around enhancing clinical care and improving access to mental health services for children.

Her leadership in addressing gaps in care has been transformative. She has used philanthropy and a Health Resources and Services Administration grant to expand telemental health services to underserved communities across Florida, including Central Florida and rural areas. Dr. Lochrie also directs the PATH program, co-leads the ADAPT program, and has significantly contributed to the Pediatric Psychology Fellowship program, helping to shape future leaders in pediatric mental health. Her efforts were recognized with the prestigious Clinical Excellence Award.

A graduate of the University of Kansas with a PhD in child psychology and an internship at the University of Florida, Dr. Lochrie has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing pediatric mental health. She completed her MBA from the University of Massachusetts in May 2025.

Michael McCullin 
Liaison Manager, Provider Relations, Geisinger Health Systems

Michael is a dynamic professional with over 20 years of experience providing a wide range of solutions and services to clients. Exceptional leadership and relationship development skills with a strong record of success in executing business development strategies and healthcare-related referral growth activities.

Tamekia MizLadi Hart, Founder, EDU Arts, LLC

Tamekia MizLadi Hart (formerly Smith) is the founder of EDU Arts, LLC, a distinguished thought leader and international speaker, celebrated for her engaging delivery style that seamlessly blends education and the arts. She has delivered impactful talks for globally recognized organizations, including Microsoft, Snap Chat, TED, and the South Summit Conference in Spain.

Driven by her passion for Health Equity, Inclusion & Culture, and Well-Being, Tamekia has played a key role in developing transformative programs that enhance workplace culture. Her experience and unwavering dedication have led to the creation of initiatives that foster healthier, more inclusive work environments where everyone can thrive.

Scott Muldoon 
Physician Outreach Liaison, Nebraska Medicine

Scott Muldoon is a Physician Outreach Liaison with Nebraska Medicine’s Heart and Vascular Network, where he champions heart and vascular growth through strategic marketing and collaboration. With over nine years of healthcare experience, Scott has a comprehensive background in outreach and relationship management. Having worked previously in talent acquisition, he is well-versed in cultivating effective partnerships among others throughout the medical community as well as working in its unique setting.

Raymond W. Pak, M.D., M.B.A.
Assistant Professor of Urology, Urology Department Chair, Medical Director – Referring Physician’s Office (RPO), Mayo Clinic

Raymond Pak, M.D., is a physician in the Department of Urology at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. He has an expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic, robotic and endoscopic surgery. He specializes in urologic cancers (prostate, kidney, ureter and bladder), obstructions (ureter), voiding dysfunction from BPH and kidney stone disease.

Dr. Pak received his Bachelor of Science and Doctorate of Pharmacy degrees from Rutgers University, followed by a medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He completed his residency in general surgery and urologic surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. He then pursued fellowship training in minimally invasive oncology and stone surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Prior to joining the faculty of Mayo Clinic Florida, he served as the medical director of robotic surgery for Jenkins Clinic and Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia where he also obtained an MBA from the Scheller College of Business at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He currently serves as an adjunct professor in the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech College of Engineering and Emory School of Medicine. His research interests are focused on the application of technology to deliver better surgical and medical care to patients.

Dr. Pak has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters and abstracts. In addition, he has travelled internationally to present his work. Dr. Pak is board certified by the American Board of Urology.

Brian Potenski
AAPL President/Trauma & PennSTAR Prehospital Liaison/Coordinator, Penn Medicine Navy Partnership Liaison, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, and Emergency Surgical Services

Christine Ragusa
Physician Liaison, Shriners Children's Hospital

Christine brings over 16 years of nonprofit experience, including 7 years in healthcare. Previously, she worked in a marketing and communications role in higher education. Based in Charleston, SC, she enjoys life with her husband and twin children, passionate about making a positive impact in her community.

April Salazar
Provider Business Development Manager II, Keck Medicine of USC 

April currently serves as a Provider Business Development Manager at Keck Medicine of USC, where she leads outreach efforts across Southern California to support acute hospital transfers and access to specialized, high-acuity care. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare and a clinical background as a respiratory therapist, she brings a unique, patient-centered lens to care coordination and strategic growth.

April partners closely with referring physicians, hospitals, and health systems to strengthen care transitions and ensure patients receive timely access to the advanced services they need.

Joselyn Salazar, Director, Business Development, Physician Relationship Management, Western Region, Northwell Health Ambulatory Services

Micha Sassic
Regional Physician Liaison, Central Florida Eye Specialists

Micha is a native to St. Augustine, FL, and has worked in Ophthalmology for over 15 years, joining Central Florida Eye Specialists in 2013. She enjoys the new relationships with different practices and in turn making new friends and making people happy.

Naddira Savard, MHA, AVP, Business Development-Physician Relationship Management (Central Region), Northwell Health Ambulatory Services 

Carlos Sepulveda 
Manager, Hospital and Regional Outreach, Children's Health

Carlos Sepulveda leads outreach efforts with adult hospital systems across the DFW metroplex and Texas. In 2024, Carlos led the development of the system's first Neonatal Outreach Program, aimed at enhancing neonatal care across the state. A pediatric cancer survivor, Carlos is passionate about improving access to pediatric care and connecting patients and providers with specialized support through strong, collaborative networks.

Vonda SextonVP Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer,
Nemours Children's Health System

Vonda leads strategy to advance overall growth of the health system in Florida. Ms. Sexton has oversight for all programs, services, and staff under the service line structure to successfully meet growth objectives and performance across the Florida system. Ms. Sexton leads Nemours partnerships and affiliations in Florida and recently launched Nemours International Medicine program. Ms. Sexton works with various leaders to build stronger relationships and identify opportunities to expand pediatric health services across Florida and beyond.

Ms. Sexton has been with Nemours for 23 years and led the planning team for the new hospital in Orlando which opened in 2012. Ms. Sexton has a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Jacksonville University and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of North Florida.

Christiana (Fattorini) Taylor, Sr. Director Customer Success, Customer Success, Clarify Health

Amy Spetla Director of Physician Relations, Stamford Health

Amy Spetla is the Director of Physician Relations for Stamford Health, leading a team of Physician Liaisons responsible for growing and strengthening the physician enterprise. Amy has over 10 years of experience in leading physician relations functions for both non-profit and for-profit health care groups. In her previous roles, Amy has managed a team of Physician Liaisons who covered a multi-state territory promoting physicians and services to drive growth, increase physician satisfaction and meet patient needs. She has tremendous experience in physician relations, sales, developing teams, and business development.

Tammy Tiller-Hewitt, FACHE
CEO, Tiller-Hewitt Healthcare Strategies

Tammy Tiller-Hewitt, FACHE, is a nationally recognized expert who helps healthcare leaders consistently deliver strategic growth and measurable results. Her firm has designed and delivered high-performance physician relations, integration, and retention initiatives nationwide for hundreds of health systems, hospitals, and provider organizations.

She hosts the “Leadership Lens Podcast,” a resource for healthcare leaders, and is an Amazon best-selling author. Tiller-Hewitt is president of ACHE’s Mid-America Executive Forum. She is a frequent presenter, facilitator, and content contributor on leadership topics at the regional and national levels.

Diane Tirakis 
Provider Relations Liaison, Wooster Community Hospital
Health System

In the two years since becoming the Provider Relations Liaison for Wooster Community Hospital Health System, Diane has grown the role to a trusted asset for both internal and external Providers and customers. Wooster is a small town in NE Ohio and WCH remains an independent, community hospital. As an extrovert and connector, she is passionate about helping other new liaisons and other small departments connect, grow and succeed!

Kate Oelke Turner
Physician Outreach Liaison, Nebraska Medicine

Kate Oelke Turner is a physician liaison at Nebraska Medicine, where she supports the Neurology, Orthopedics, and ENT teams. With over four years of experience at Nebraska Medicine, Kate has developed a strong foundation in healthcare collaboration. Her background in the public sector adds to her ability to navigate complex healthcare environments and build effective relationships with medical professionals throughout greater Nebraska.