Joel Himes Do, Mmm
About Joel Himes Do, Mmm
Joel Himes Do serves as the Medical Director at Highmark Inc. since 2024, following a diverse career in emergency and sports medicine across various healthcare institutions.
Current Role at Highmark
Joel Himes serves as the Medical Director at Highmark Inc. since 2024. His role is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and operates in a remote capacity. In this position, he focuses on enhancing healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes through effective medical management.
Previous Experience in Emergency Medicine
Prior to his current role, Joel Himes worked as an Emergency Medicine Physician at Indiana Regional Medical Center from 2015 to 2017 and at MedExpress from 2016 to 2017. His experience in emergency medicine has equipped him with critical skills in acute patient care and rapid decision-making.
Experience in Sports Medicine
Joel Himes was employed as a Sports Medicine Physician at Penn Highlands Healthcare from 2020 to 2024. This role involved providing specialized care for athletes and active individuals, focusing on injury prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation in the State College-DuBois Area.
Educational Background
Joel Himes holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education with a Master's in Medical Management (MMM) from Carnegie Mellon University, which he pursued from 2022 to 2024. He also completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh from 2017 to 2018 and an Emergency Medicine Residency at St. Vincent Medical Center Mercy Health from 2012 to 2015.
Professional Philosophy and Advocacy
Joel Himes emphasizes the importance of accountability in healthcare and advocates for a culture that prioritizes equity, safety, and value in patient care. He aims to enhance understanding of the business aspects of healthcare and is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective care.