Dorcas Y.
About Dorcas Y.
Dorcas Y. serves as the Vice President of Clinical Strategy at Cohere Health, bringing extensive experience in healthcare management and digital health solutions. She has held various leadership roles in both public and private sectors, including positions at Anthem, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Elevance Health.
Current Role at Cohere Health
Dorcas Y. serves as the Vice President of Clinical Strategy at Cohere Health, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing clinical strategies that enhance healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes. Her responsibilities include leveraging her clinical expertise and health IT experience to drive digital healthcare solutions.
Previous Experience at Anthem, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Dorcas Y. worked at Anthem, Inc. as a Medical Director from 2017 to 2019 in California. During her tenure, she contributed to clinical operations and strategy, utilizing her medical background to inform decision-making and improve healthcare services.
Experience at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Dorcas Y. held multiple roles at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from 1999 to 2015 in Palo Alto, CA. She served as Deputy Associate Chief of Staff, Physician Informaticist, and Radiologist. Her work involved integrating clinical practices with health informatics to enhance patient care for veterans.
Education and Expertise
Dorcas Y. has a strong educational background, having studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS). She also holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, she completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Healthcare Administration/Medical Management at the Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst. Currently, she is pursuing a Certificate in Digital Health from Harvard Business School Online.
Leadership in Healthcare
With extensive experience in both public and private healthcare sectors, Dorcas Y. has demonstrated her ability to manage teams effectively. She has worked in various leadership roles, including Director of Medical Operations at Elevance Health from 2019 to 2024. Her passion lies in leading positive changes in healthcare, particularly through the implementation of digital solutions.