Ronald Uzarraga
About Ronald Uzarraga
Ronald Uzarraga serves as the Executive Director of Bay Area Acute Laboratories at Sutter Health, a position he has held since 2020. He has over two decades of experience in laboratory management, including previous roles at Adventist Health System and Memorial Healthcare System.
Work at Sutter Health
Ronald Uzarraga has served as the Executive Director of Bay Area Acute Laboratories at Sutter Health since 2020. In this role, he oversees laboratory operations within the San Francisco Bay Area, ensuring high standards of clinical laboratory services. His leadership contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory practices, aligning with Sutter Health's commitment to quality patient care.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to his current position, Uzarraga held several key roles in the healthcare sector. He worked as the Laboratory Director at Adventist Health System for 20 years, from 1998 to 2018. Following this, he served as the Administrative Laboratory Director at Memorial Healthcare System for two years, from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he was the Director of Laboratory Operations at Florida Hospital East Orlando from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Uzarraga earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences from Andrews University, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Webster University, completing the program in 2018. His educational background equips him with both technical knowledge in laboratory sciences and managerial skills essential for leadership roles in healthcare.
Career Progression
Uzarraga's career in laboratory management reflects a steady progression through various leadership roles. He began his career as a Laboratory Director at Adventist Health System, where he spent two decades. His subsequent positions at Memorial Healthcare System and Florida Hospital East Orlando further developed his expertise in laboratory operations and administration, leading to his current executive role at Sutter Health.