Stacy (Yonker) Atwell, MBA, CMPE, LSSBB, CRCMP, CRMS

Stacy is the Chief Executive Officer of Sarasota Arthritis Center and has worked in the rheumatology field since 2015. Currently, she oversees overall operations of the multi-location, 13-provider practice. Starting at her practice as a patient care coordinator, she has developed the knowledge to effectively guide business operations during her tenure at Sarasota Arthritis Center. This has allowed Stacy a greater understanding of the positions within the practice and can better support her staff and managers.

Stacy obtained her bachelor’s in technology management at the State College of Florida and her MBA from Purdue University. She is a Certified Medical Practice Executive and actively pursuing ACMPE Fellowship. Stacy holds certifications in risk and compliance management (CRCMP and CPCO), rheumatology management through NORM (CRMS), medical practice management (CMPM) and has her CMAA through the NHA. She achieved her Lean Six Sigma Black Belt in January of this year.

In addition to her executive role, she provides consulting services for various stakeholders in the healthcare industry, such as pharmaceutical companies, marketing and research agencies, industry partners and private practices. Stacy’s goal is to improve patient experience, provider group resources, workflows and financial and process improvement. She leverages her analytical skills, Lean Six Sigma management and expertise in healthcare processes to deliver data-driven solutions and drive change. Stacy is passionate about empowering others and advancing the quality and delivery of healthcare.