Samuel Thomas, MD, MSc
About Samuel Thomas, MD, MSc
Samuel Thomas, MD, MSc, is an Internal Medicine Physician and Co-Founder of PocketRN, where he serves as Chief Medical Officer and Head of Healthcare Innovation. With a background in medicine, bioengineering, and healthcare delivery, he focuses on enhancing healthcare systems to improve patient care and outcomes.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Samuel Thomas, MD, MSc, currently serves as an Internal Medicine Physician - Hospitalist at Intermountain Healthcare, a position he has held since 2021. In addition to his role as a hospitalist, he is also a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Intermountain Healthcare Delivery Institute, where he has been involved since 2019. His work focuses on improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes through innovative practices and research.
Education and Expertise
Samuel Thomas holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine, which he completed from 2011 to 2016. He also earned a Master of Science in Health Policy from Stanford University School of Medicine from 2019 to 2021. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Russian Language and Literature and International Global Studies, along with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Utah. Additionally, he obtained a Master in Bioengineering from the University of Utah John and Marcia Price College of Engineering in 2015.
Background
Prior to his current roles, Samuel Thomas gained extensive experience in various healthcare settings. He worked as a Clinical Instructor at Stanford University School of Medicine from 2019 to 2021 and served as a Population Health and Delivery Science Fellow at Stanford Health Care from 2019 to 2021. His early career included positions as an Internal Medicine Resident at University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and as a Primary Care Provider at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Achievements
Samuel Thomas has contributed to healthcare innovation through his role as Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at PocketRN since 2021. He has a history of leadership within the American Medical Association, serving as Co-President of the AMA Medical Student Section chapter at the University of Utah from 2014 to 2016. His work integrates clinical practice with strategic leadership, focusing on evolving healthcare ecosystems to enhance patient care.
Healthcare Innovation Focus
Samuel Thomas works at the intersection of healthcare innovation and implementation science. He emphasizes the importance of integrating clinical practice with innovative strategies to drive improvements in patient care. His background in bioengineering and biomedical engineering informs his approach to developing effective healthcare solutions, aiming for more efficient and higher value care for patients and their caregivers.