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Medical Advisory Council

Board certified E.R. Physicians | Pediatrics | Medical Ethics | Senior Home Care | Military Medical | Primary Care

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Abbie Piette, Ed.D.

 

Abbie Piette, Ed.D., BSN, has 15-plus years of experience in the medical industry related to domestic and international healthcare organizations. She is vice president of operations at Jeremie Piette International. Piette provides consulting services on ethics cases to corporations, pediatric hospitals and other healthcare providers. She earned doctorate degrees in educational leadership with an emphasis on medical ethics, a master’s degree in curriculum and instructional design, and a bachelor of science degree in nursing.

Abbie Piette, Ed.D.
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Floyd Russak, MD

 

Floyd Russak, M.D., is CEO of Russak Personalized Medicine in Greenwood Village, Colorado. He is president of the Arapahoe, Douglas and Elbert County Medical Society, serves on the Colorado Medical Society’s Board of Delegates, and served 12 years as a faculty member at Harvard Medical School. During his prolific career, Dr. Russak was founder and owner of two medical practices, Somerville Family Health and East-West Health Centers, which have since been sold, and worked as a double board-certified internist and holistic medicine specialist. He earned a doctor of medicine degree from George Washington University and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.

Floyd Russak, MD
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Katherine Gottlieb, MBA, DPS, LHD
 

Katherine Gottlieb, former leader of Southcentral Foundation for 30 years, left to focus on consulting and mentoring through her own company. She is a Visiting Scientist at Harvard Medical School, serves on the National Library of Medicine Board of Regents, and has won several awards, including the Harry S. Hertz Leadership Award and the Indian Health Service National Director Award. Gottlieb's leadership made Southcentral Foundation a national healthcare leader, winning the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award twice. She's also a MacArthur Genius and involved in Alaska Native and American Indian policy issues.

Katherine Gottlieb, MBA, DPS, LHD
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Will Rideout, BS, MBA

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Will Rideout has nearly 30 years in the healthcare technology industry, with most recently 11 years at Phreesia, Inc., and nine years at Allscripts. While at Phreesia, he launched the company’s initial sales development and patient access organizations and started the sales operations team. Rideout served on the due diligence team, supporting the growth rounds' fundraising activity and two acquisitions. He built diversified, durable revenue streams at Phreesia's original life sciences advertising business.

Will Rideout, BS, MBA
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Allen L. Gee MD, PhD, FAAN

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Allen L. Gee MD, PhD, FAAN is an international leader of personalized, precision NeuroHealth with 22 years of experience as a board-certified neurologist in a private practice in Wyoming. He received the Athenahealth Vision Award in 2014 and was instrumental in creating the NeuroHealth and Integrated Neurology section of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Gee advocates for implementing technology to bridge the geographic barriers to healthcare and has been a Health Information Technology consultant for over 15 years. He is a Jackson Hole Technology Partners board member. He is the Founder and the principal investigator for Wyoming Health Innovation Living Laboratory, a proof-of-concept ecosystem partnering with innovative technologies and changing the face of healthcare

Allen Gee MD, PhD, FAAN 
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Rick Rodgers

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Rick has a diverse background spanning over 30 years in the medical field. With a strong foundation in healthcare, coupled with 11 years of active duty military service, he brings a unique blend of expertise and dedication to every endeavor. Rick has held various roles throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. He began his career as a surgical first assistant and advanced into medical sales, project management, imaging services management, operations management, and marketing. He has established a remarkable track record of success and expertise in various healthcare domains, leaving a lasting impact on the organizations he has served. Rick has been recognized throughout his career for his professionalism, integrity, and dedication to delivering exceptional results.

Rick Rodgers
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Russell Libby, M.D.


Dr. Russell Libby, founder and president of the Virginia Pediatric Group, Fairfax, Virginia. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics University of Virginia School of Medicine and The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and a board member of the Physicians Foundation.  His areas of expertise and professional involvement include physician well-being, telemedicine, health policy development and advocacy, pediatric home care, and participation in organized medicine, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association, and Medical Society of Virginia.

Russell Libby, M.D.
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Bruce Lytle, M.D.


Bruce Lytle, M.D., is a world-renowned cardiac surgeon with a clinical career dedicated to adult cardiothoracic surgery, making significant contributions in the areas of coronary bypass surgery, valve repair and replacement, cerebral protection, aortic surgery, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, radiation-induced heart disease, and re-operative cardiac surgery. Dr Lytle is the chairman of Cardiovascular Strategic Development and Planning for Cardiovascular Medicine and Surgery at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano. He graduated with honors from Stanford University and Harvard University Medical School. His general surgery and thoracic surgery training occurred at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

Bruce Lytle, M.D.
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Joseph V. Fritz, PhD, CMPE
CEO, Dent Neurologic Institute

 

Dr. Fritz has over 25 years of experience in medical management and research, and he has made significant contributions to the field of neurology. He is the CEO of Dent Neurologic Institute, which has become one of the largest outpatient neurology centers in the US under his leadership. Dr. Fritz is also involved with various organizations such as NeuroNetPro, NeuroNetGPO, and the American Society of Neuroimaging. Additionally, he has been recognized for his accomplishments by Buffalo Business First.

Joseph V. Fritz, PhD, CMPE
CEO, Dent Neurolog
ic Institute
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