Amanda Trask
About Amanda Trask
Amanda Trask serves as the President of the CommonSpirit Health Research Institute, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in health care administration and management, with previous leadership roles at WellStar Health System and Catholic Health Initiatives.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Amanda Trask has served as the President of the CommonSpirit Health Research Institute since 2019. In this role, she oversees more than 90 sites of care, facilitating access to both single site and network clinical trials. Trask manages a single Institutional Review Board, which streamlines research administrative services across the organization. Her leadership contributes to the advancement of clinical research and the enhancement of healthcare delivery within the CommonSpirit Health network.
Previous Experience at WellStar Health System
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Amanda Trask held the position of Vice President of Operations and Vice President of Professional and Support Services at WellStar Health System. She worked there for 12 years, from 2001 to 2013, in Marietta, GA. Her experience at WellStar Health System provided her with a strong foundation in healthcare operations and management.
Role at Catholic Health Initiatives
From 2013 to 2019, Amanda Trask served as the National Vice President of Service Lines at Catholic Health Initiatives. During her six years in this role, she focused on enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency across various healthcare service lines. This position further developed her expertise in healthcare administration and strategic management.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Trask holds multiple degrees, including a Master's degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Georgia State University. She also obtained a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from the same institution. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Converse University, where she studied Biology, French, and Chemistry. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of both healthcare and business management.