My Departure from the World of Consulting – But Not Going Too Far

After 20 years in consulting, I’m excited to share that I’m returning to where my career truly began, working directly with a major local healthcare system right here in my hometown of Boston. Coming back to the city feels both familiar and energizing, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to make a difference my own backyard and honestly….not have to go to the airport!

I want to express my sincere appreciation to the healthcare IT consulting industry and the many leaders, colleagues, and clients who have shaped my path over the years. Your guidance, partnership, and trust have been instrumental in my growth, and I’m deeply thankful for the experiences we’ve shared.

At my core, my passion has always been working with and for hospitals by supporting consultant teams on various client initiatives. Empowering operational teams while helping the client by ultimately improving the end user experience has been such a great experience. This next chapter brings me closer to that mission, and I’m looking forward to contributing more directly across broader platforms for multiple hospital and ambulatory facilities.

I also want to acknowledge something foundational: none of this journey would have been possible without Epic and its EHR platform. Epic has been the backbone of my career, opening doors, shaping my expertise, and connecting me with incredible organizations and people across the country. I’m grateful for the impact it has had on my professional life.

And while I’m stepping out of consulting, my consultant blog isn’t going anywhere. I’ll continue writing about the ongoing changes shaping our industry, from the evolution of healthcare IT and EHR strategy to the rapid rise of AI and automation. I’ll also keep sharing insights on career development for both consultants and full‑time professionals navigating this fast‑moving space. My goal remains the same: to help others grow, adapt, and thrive in a field that never stops changing.

Here’s to the next chapter — grounded in purpose, shaped by experience, and focused on the communities we serve, with plenty more to explore and write about along the way.