Healthcare Staffing Experts 2025

Director of Operations at Loving Homecare Inc., and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) based in Whittier, California. My passion lies in helping older adults live with dignity and comfort through high-quality, relationship-centered care. With over a decade of experience in operations, team leadership, and elder care strategy, I focus on equipping families with the tools and education they need to make confident decisions in complex caregiving situations. My background also includes time in corporate leadership and consulting, but I’ve found the most purpose in working closely with families navigating aging, memory loss, and end-of-life care. At Loving Homecare, I lead a team committed to providing personalized in-home support for seniors, from companion care and post-surgical recovery to dementia care and respite services. I believe in care that goes beyond task checklists, rooted in compassion, consistency, and meaningful human connection. Whether I’m advising on care plans, mentoring caregivers, or advocating for seniors’ well-being, my mission is to ensure every older adult we serve feels seen, valued, and supported.

Tara Bailey, MPA, CMC, BCPA, CDP, CSA®, SHSS Founder & CEO | Brevard Healthcare Navigation Tara Bailey is a nationally credentialed care manager and patient advocate with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare support services. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) and is certified as a Care Manager (CMC), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Senior Advisor (CSA®), and Certified Senior Home Safety Specialist (SHSS). As the Founder and CEO of Brevard Healthcare Navigation, Tara leads a trusted team dedicated to helping seniors, disabled adults, veterans, and families navigate complex medical systems with clarity and confidence. Her work is rooted in personal experience, deep empathy, and a belief that every individual deserves coordinated, dignified support—whether facing a health crisis or planning ahead. In addition to her direct work with clients, Tara has served on multiple local, state, and national board of directors, advocating for improved care access and quality across the lifespan. She is known for her calm presence, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to empowering others through advocacy, education, and compassionate guidance.

Dr. James Lyons, M.D., is an internationally trained physician that was born in Germany. He is the son of a teacher and army veteran and was raised in Texas, but traveled extensively during his medical training. From medical rotations in French Hospital Systems, to his training in Miami at Ryder Trauma medical center and psychiatric training at TGK Prison, his depth of knowledge for those in acute crises is vast. In addition to his doctorate in medicine, Dr. Lyons also holds a Masters of Medical Sciences and coordinated research trials for schizophrenia pharmaceutical treatments in Dallas, TX. He completed his residency in Rural Michigan as a Family Medicine Physician, where he made home visits, and was rigorously trained in all aspects of medical care from delivering and caring for newborns, to end of life care. In his final year of training, he was named chief resident of this program. After 3 additional years practicing in rural east texas as a hospitalist in the acute setting, he, his wife, and their 4 children now reside back in Texas where he was raised, where his parents are retired, and where his sister works as a registered nurse in hospital leadership. Dr. Lyons continues to practice medicine in the acute setting as a hospitalist and emergency room physician in the greater Austin area. Aside from direct patient care, Dr. Lyons provides medical expertise and consulting while also being actively involved in performance improvement, infection control, and medical executive committees in the hospitals where he practices.

High performing healthcare operations professional that is striving to bring strong leadership, strategic vision, innovation management, cutting edge technology implementation, and advanced process improvement into large health systems with the goal of advancing best practice.

Richard Brown Jr., MBA, is a U.S. Army Veteran, healthcare entrepreneur, and founder of Essential Living Support, LLC — a veteran-owned, home-based care organization in Cheyenne, Wyoming. With more than a decade of experience in healthcare administration, direct support, and community-based services, Richard specializes in providing high-quality residential and in-home care for Veterans and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. His work is grounded in dignity, independence, and person-centered support, ensuring every individual receives the same respect and compassion he once provided as a soldier caring for his team. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management, which equip him with expertise in clinical operations, leadership, and regulatory compliance. His career includes service with the Department of Child Protective Services, support roles in the Microsoft Data Center, and extensive experience as a Shared Home Provider under the Wyoming DD Waiver. He also operates a VA-approved Medical Foster Home, delivering 24/7 care, medication administration, life-skills development, and community integration services from a family-style residential setting. Guided by a mission to elevate the standard of care for vulnerable populations, Richard blends business strategy with hands-on service. He actively collaborates with local organizations, veteran networks, and disability advocates to expand access to high-quality support programs in Wyoming. His leadership reflects integrity, accountability, and a deep commitment to strengthening the lives of others through meaningful connection, structured support, and community inclusion. Richard’s long-term vision is to scale Essential Living Support into a recognized model of compassionate care — where Veterans and individuals with disabilities are not just housed, but empowered to live with purpose, safety, and belonging.

Dr. Enad is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, trauma, and joint replacement. He has authored multiple publications and is regularly cited in the media for his clinical knowledge. He also has clinical interest in exercise physiology and obesity medicine.

Aaron Blight, Ed.D., is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. He is the Founder of Caregiving Kinetics and has been recognized as a “Top 100 Healthcare Leader” by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. Dr. Blight works with providers that serve aging and disabled populations to deliver workforce consulting, training for front-line caregivers, focus group research, and leadership advisory services. He also serves general employers that wish to support their employees with caregiving responsibilities at home. His career leading healthcare organizations spans more than two decades and includes the successful creation, development, and sale of a large home care company; a series of policy leadership positions at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; and the study of caregiving as a phenomenon of social science. Dr. Blight speaks with groups all over the world about caregiving. In workshops and conference talks, he invites participants to think deeply about the meaning and significance of their individual caregiving experiences. His book, When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, received a Best Indie Book Award, an IPPY Award, and a Mom’s Choice Award. Dr. Blight holds a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University, a master’s degree from the University of Baltimore, and a doctorate degree from The George Washington University. He serves as an Assistant Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah University, an honorary board member of the Well Spouse Association, an advisory board member of the Duet Meaning & Hope Institute, and an advisory board member of Seniors First.

With over 20 years of executive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, I am passionate about creating positive social impact and system change through collaboration, strategy, and innovation. As the Executive Director of HealthForce Partners Northern San Joaquin Valley, I lead a cross-sector partnership that connects healthcare, education, and workforce development to mitigate workforce shortages and build career opportunities in the region. My core competencies include business development, fundraising, communication, marketing, event planning, and board and staff development. I hold the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential and have successfully planned and executed large-scale events and campaigns, secured impactful gifts, and modernized processes and systems. I also have a background in sports marketing and media, technology startups, consulting and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I enjoy building lasting relationships and sustainable partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

I’m a lifesciences compliance strategist with a passion for building real-world, right-sized programs in fast-moving environments. With deep experience in pharma and medtech, I specialize in translating regulatory complexity into practical, actionable frameworks. I’ve spent 7+ years navigating the gray areas of compliance—from training physicians on industry expectations to building startup programs from the ground up. I believe compliance should be ethical, functional, and human-centered—and that culture is built through clarity, storytelling, and respect, not fear. Outside of policy and audits, I speak regularly on startup compliance and love turning “boring” topics into memorable moments. I'm here to connect, create, and contribute.

Dr. Geny Augustine is a physician at Solace who knows firsthand how challenging the U.S. healthcare system can be for patients. Having worked with diverse patient populations throughout her career, she's seen how the system's complex nature can create unnecessary barriers to getting good care—which is exactly what drew her to Solace's mission of putting patients first. Dr. Augustine completed her medical education in Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, and previously worked as a Family Medicine physician for Banner Health in Glendale, Arizona. She's passionate about improving patient care, leading quality improvement projects like her work on hypertension management in urban environments, which earned honorable mention for the SLUHN Quality Improvement Award in 2020. Fluent in English with intermediate Spanish skills, she brings both clinical expertise and cultural understanding to her patient relationships. When she's not advocating for patients, Dr. Augustine enjoys fitness, culinary arts, fine arts, travel, and volunteer work—pursuits that reflect her belief in whole-person wellness and giving back to her community.

Dr. Ayesha Bryant, M.S.P.H, M.D. is a physician, clinical scientist, and associate professor dedicated to translating complex medical research into practical health solutions. With more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and multiple textbook chapters, Dr. Bryant is recognized for her contributions to perioperative outcomes research, preventive medicine, and quality-of-life improvement. She currently serves as a clinical advisor at Alpas Wellness, a drug, alcohol & mental health treatment center in Maryland. She completed her medical training at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine and Emory University, with additional training in epidemiology and public health. Her research has been featured at major national and international conferences, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Bryant’s expertise spans functional medicine, AI-driven healthcare algorithms, and national clinical data registry research. She is passionate about combining evidence-based medicine with real-world wellness strategies to improve patient outcomes and preventive care. In addition to her academic work, she has written for Rupa Health, where she shares insights on how readers can live healthier, more vibrant lives.

Dr. Chantal Lunderville, MD is a UCSF-trained family medicine physician and nationally recognized expert in medical wellness, aesthetics, compliance, and practice growth. She serves as the Medical Wellness Editor for Lipgloss and Aftershave, a leading spa industry publication with a reach of more than 250,000 readers and followers. She has been mentioned in Forbes, and she has been a featured speaker for global brands including L’Oréal and Epicutis. As the medical director for 20+ aesthetic and wellness practices across California, Dr. Lunderville specializes in helping doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs build safe, compliant, and scalable practices. She and her team have developed proprietary software that enables medspas to track compliance, medical director oversight, and regulatory requirements- now being made available to the public to elevate industry standards. She has also hosted large-scale women's wellness events and professional trainings with sponsors such as goop Kitchen, AQ Solutions, UnderSkin, South Coast Psychiatry, and Reproductive Partners. A former medical spa owner turned national consultant, Dr. Lunderville empowers women in aesthetics to build legacy-driven, ethical businesses. She is also a leader in longevity and preventive wellness, blending evidence-based lifestyle wellness with advanced regenerative treatments. She is also an aesthetic and womens health trainer focusing on new practitioners. Dr. Lunderville is available for expert commentary on aesthetics, medical wellness, compliance, women’s entrepreneurship, and the future of longevity medicine.

With 10 years of experience in event and operations staffing, I understand exactly what it takes to successfully staff and manage large-scale events. At Premier Staff, we focus exclusively on providing exceptional staffing services tailored to extensive operations, ensuring every detail of your event from planning to execution is handled with precision.Here's how we address large-scale staffing:- Guaranteed Reliability: Our experienced staff ensures flawless execution, delivering consistent excellence for events of any size.- Transparent Budgeting: Receive clear, detailed proposals designed to maximize your budget without compromising on quality.- Outstanding Guest Experiences: We manage staffing logistics meticulously, allowing you to focus confidently on your event’s success.- Comprehensive Logistics Management: Relax knowing we handle all staffing coordination with precision and care.- Expertly Trained Staff: Our rigorous selection and ongoing training processes guarantee highly professional and capable event personnel.- Proactive Communication: Our dedicated team maintains open, responsive communication from start to finish.- Contingency Planning: With our experienced team leads, we proactively anticipate and manage potential challenges, ensuring your peace of mind.Invest in confidence.Partner with Premier Staff for peace of mind.Let’s connect and discuss how we can support your next major event.

April Likins is a board-certified health coach and nationally recognized stress and burnout expert, triple-trained through Duke Integrative Medicine, the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and Precision Nutrition. Her insights and personal story have been featured in Mantra Wellness, Better Humans, Wellbeing Magazine, Authority Magazine, and on 50+ podcasts worldwide. After hitting burnout and experiencing a total health collapse following her father’s death, April turned her pain into purpose. Now, she’s fiercely committed to helping leaders and high-achieving professionals move from burnout and survival mode to clarity, resilience, and vibrant well-being. Learn more at www.aprillikins.com

Versatile and innovative HR professional committed to putting the “human” back in human resources. With over 7 years of experience leading strategic projects, providing internal consultative support, and developing both individual contributors and manager-level employees, I am adept at analyzing complex situations, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing proactive solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness. Additionally, my strong project management abilities enable me to effectively lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver results. I am committed both to the development of myself, while also advocating for others as a coach/mentor. My areas of specialty include performance management, managing the employee lifecycle, talent development, and employee engagement/retention.

We are a team of healthcare marketers, data scientists, and technologists dedicated to helping healthcare organizations thrive in the digital age. Our mission is to empower healthcare providers with the digital marketing tools and strategies they need to reach more patients, improve health outcomes, and grow their practices. We believe that by combining cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape, we can create a more connected and accessible healthcare ecosystem for everyone. Our Vision To be the world's most trusted and effective digital marketing partner for the healthcare industry. Our Approach A data-first, ROI-focused methodology supercharged by proprietary AI. Our Core Values The principles that guide our work and our partnerships. Innovation We are relentless in our pursuit of better ways to deliver results, leveraging AI and technology to stay ahead. Integrity We operate with transparency and honesty. Our clients' trust is our most valuable asset. ROI-Focused We are obsessed with performance. Every action we take is aimed at delivering a measurable return on investment.

Experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in technology lead transformation and change, talent and performance management, and product and business strategy.

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Dr. Natasha John is an academic writer based in London, UK, with a PhD and a deep passion for education and research. She is currently affiliated with NursingAssignmentHelpers.co.uk, where she dedicates her expertise to supporting students in their academic journeys. With a talent for simplifying complex ideas, Natasha strives to make learning more accessible and engaging for all. When she’s not working on academic projects, she enjoys exploring London’s vibrant streets, discovering new cafés, and spending time immersed in books and good coffee.