Tamara Thomas, MHA, RN, LSSGB, PMP, EMC, is a senior health care leader with over 20 years of experience driving measurable improvements in clinical outcomes and optimizing patient experiences through value-based care and population health initiatives. As Vice President of Population Health Impact at Aledade, Tamara leads efforts to integrate equity into health care delivery, ensuring that all populations benefit from high-quality, coordinated care.

A registered nurse by training with advanced certifications in Lean Six Sigma (LSSGB), Project Management (PMP), and Executive Management (EMC), Tamara combines her clinical expertise with a strong foundation in performance improvement and strategic management. She is committed to using data and evidence-based strategies to improve health outcomes and advance health equity in value-based care models.

Tamara has a proven track record of success in improving clinical performance and reducing health care costs through value-based care initiatives. Her leadership in developing and executing national clinical operations strategies at a technology-enabled kidney care company resulted in significant reductions in hospital readmissions, improved patient satisfaction and optimized care coordination for patients with chronic kidney disease. Additionally, she has led efforts to improve clinical outcomes in the Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced (BPCIA) program and the Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) program, consistently achieving measurable results in quality scores and cost containment for national hospital systems, payers and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs).

Recognized for her ability to drive clinical performance improvements and operational efficiencies, Tamara has received multiple awards for her success in advancing value-based care and population health initiatives. Her focus on data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement has resulted in enhanced care delivery, reduced disparities and improved health outcomes for diverse patient populations.

Tamara is passionate about mentoring the next generation of health care leaders and continues to advocate for policies that promote exceptional quality for all communities and all patients in health care delivery. Her leadership and expertise position her as a driving force in the ongoing transformation of the health care system toward a more inclusive, value-driven future.