Sarah Willis Garcia
About Sarah Willis Garcia
Sarah Willis Garcia is a Program Manager at HIMSS, specializing in health IT and advising global leaders on best practices.
Current Position: Program Manager at EHR Association
Sarah Willis Garcia currently works as a Program Manager at the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Association under HIMSS. Since 2016, she has been based in Chicago, Illinois, where she plays a pivotal role in advising global leaders and stakeholders on the best practices in health IT. Her work focuses on enhancing healthcare quality, safety, and efficiency through the utilization of predictive models and tools.
Previous Role: Associate Manager at IHE USA
Prior to her current role, Sarah Willis Garcia served as Associate Manager at IHE USA, part of HIMSS, from 2012 to 2016. During this period, she was responsible for collaborating with healthcare professionals and organizations to drive effective, standards-based interoperability of health IT systems. Her efforts contributed significantly to the improvement of healthcare practices.
Early Career: Training Specialist at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
From 2008 to 2012, Sarah Willis Garcia worked as a Patient Revenue Cycle Training Specialist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. In this role, she specialized in training staff on revenue cycle processes to ensure efficient and effective patient billing and revenue management. Her contributions supported the overall operational efficiency of the medical center.
Educational Background in Spanish Language and Literature
Sarah Willis Garcia pursued studies in Spanish Language and Literature at The Ohio State University from 2009 to 2012. This academic background equipped her with valuable language skills and literary insights, further enhancing her ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in her professional roles.
Academic Achievements at Ohio Dominican University
Between 2003 and 2007, Sarah Willis Garcia studied at Ohio Dominican University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science. Her academic focus included Biology and Political Science, providing a broad foundation of knowledge that supports her interdisciplinary approach to managing health IT programs.