Michael Wallace
About Michael Wallace
Michael Wallace serves as the Vice President of Applications & Software Support at CommonSpirit Health, bringing over 25 years of experience in healthcare information technology. His career includes roles at Catholic Health Initiatives, where he focused on enterprise application integration and process improvement.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Michael Wallace currently serves as the Vice President of Applications & Software Support (Care Pack) at CommonSpirit Health. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission of enhancing healthcare delivery through technology. Prior to this role, he worked as the System Director of Clinical Administrative Applications at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2019. His responsibilities include overseeing applications that support clinical operations and ensuring efficient software support for healthcare providers.
Experience at Catholic Health Initiatives
Michael Wallace has extensive experience at Catholic Health Initiatives, where he has worked in various capacities since 2010. He served as the Integration Team Lead from 2010 to 2011 and then as the Enterprise Application Integration Manager for Ambulatory, eMPI, and HIE from 2011 to 2013. Currently, he holds the position of Director of Enterprise Application Integration and Meditech HIS, where he has been for 11 years. His roles have involved managing electronic health records and data integration systems.
Education and Expertise
Michael Wallace studied at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he gained foundational knowledge in healthcare information technology. With over 25 years of experience in the field, he specializes in process analysis and improvement, particularly utilizing Agile project management methods. His expertise extends to managing and supporting electronic health records, electronic data integration, and e-Prescribing systems.
Background in Healthcare IT
Michael Wallace has a diverse background in healthcare information technology, covering various management phases such as accounting, customer support, and product development. He is actively involved in improving healthcare systems through collaboration with health information exchanges and healthcare practices. His ability to build rapport among diverse internal and external groups has been a significant aspect of his career, contributing to effective team building and project success.