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Brian H.

Revolutionizing Healthcare IT: From Strategy to Digital Transformation

Brian Heaton stands at the frontier of Healthcare IT, melding over 20 years of leadership with a fervent pursuit of digital excellence in healthcare. As the Director of Information Systems at Milford Regional Medical Center, Brian empowers teams, champions EHR optimization, and implements IT strategies that prioritize patient care and operational efficacy. His mastery in IT system integration, digital transformation, and data analytics underpins his success in steering multi-million-dollar budgets towards impactful technology solutions. Brian's commitment to collaborative innovation drives his mission to leverage technology in solving healthcare's most complex challenges, aiming to enhance patient experiences and clinical workflows. Engage with Brian to explore how technology can redefine healthcare's future.
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Brian H.

Experience

Jul 2021 — Present
Milford Regional Medical Center

Milford Regional Medical Center

Director of Information Systems

Milford Regional Medical Center is a full-service, non-profit community and regional teaching hospital serving an area of over 20 towns.

  • Developed and executed a strategic roadmap focusing on EHR optimization, data and analytics, and cybersecurity.
  • Led integration efforts post-acquisition by UMass Memorial Health, ensuring seamless transitions to Meditech, Epic, and Workday systems.
  • Managed a team of 35+ across Clinical Informatics, Applications, and Data Analytics to enhance hospital operations.
  • Partnered with leadership to develop Responsible AI policies and implement safe AI usage across the organization.
Jan 2018 — Jul 2021
Milford Regional Medical Center

Milford Regional Medical Center

Manager of Applications and Informatics

  • Directed Clinical Informatics and application teams for delivering comprehensive IT support.
  • Implemented Meditech Expanse EHR, ensuring enhanced interoperability and reduced system errors.
  • Introduced change control processes that significantly reduced system downtime and errors.
  • Strengthened IT governance and portfolio management for improved strategic alignment.
May 2015 — Dec 2017
Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham

Manager, Lab Informatics and Information Technology

Mass General Brigham is an integrated academic health care system, uniting minds to solve complex medical problems globally.

  • Defined a multi-year technology roadmap for key lab informatics areas like Clinical Pathology and Microbiology.
  • Managed IT projects, balancing resources aligned with enterprise strategy to optimize lab operations.
  • Implemented an ITIL-based support model, reducing downtime and improving incident response.
  • Collaborated on aligning lab informatics strategies with broader digital initiatives of the system.
Sep 2011 — May 2015
Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham

Applications Analyst II - BWH Lab and Ancillary Systems

  • Integrated over 70 clinical analyzers into the Sunquest Laboratory Information System (LIS).
  • Managed technical designs and support for HIS, LIS, and Epic interfaces.
  • Built and implemented a demand management tool that became central to enterprise project management.
  • Received the Partners in Excellence Award for successful Sunquest/Epic integration.
Sep 2002 — Nov 2011
Massachusetts State Police

Massachusetts State Police

Case Management Unit Administrator

Massachusetts State Police provide comprehensive law and protective services for the state.

  • Developed analytics for capacity forecasting, performance metrics, and resource allocation.
  • Directed strategic planning for statewide case management systems.
  • Liaised with various law enforcement agencies to manage and prioritize forensic casework.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to streamline case management processes.
Jan 2001 — Jan 2002
Keches Law Group

Keches Law Group

Paralegal

Keches Law Group handles personal injury and employment law claims primarily on a contingent fee basis.

  • Compiled and maintained medical records for personal injury cases, organizing trial exhibits and evidence.
  • Conducted thorough investigation and documentation preparation for litigation support.
  • Coordinated with attorneys to ensure efficient case progress and preparation for trials.
Jan 2000 — Jan 2001

Revit Technology Corporation

Client Services Engineer

Revit Technology Corporation specializes in 3D architectural design software.

  • Supported trial and demo users of Revit Software ensuring prompt resolution of technical issues.
  • Collaborated on improving client services processes to enhance customer experience.
  • Updated training documentation in preparation for new software releases, ensuring technical accuracy.
  • Implemented Trados for translation of manuals, ensuring accessibility for Italian-speaking users.
Jan 1998 — Jan 1999
PTC

PTC

Technical Support/Quality Assurance Technician

PTC provides technology solutions for enhancing product development and service delivery.

  • Answered technical support queries and performed quality tests on Pro/DESKTOP 3D software.
  • Collaborated with developers to address usability issues and ensure software reliability.
  • Maintained and updated training materials in line with new software developments.
  • Ensured that QA processes aligned with product release timelines and standards.