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Eugene Vestel, MBA

Founder of FHIR IQ

Delivering Value from Data & AI in Healthcare | FHIR + Data Strategy + Outcomes

About Me

Most healthcare organizations are drowning in messy, siloed, and underutilized data. They struggle to meet interoperability standards, deliver meaningful analytics, or scale innovationโ€”especially when FHIR feels more like a compliance burden than an opportunity. That's where I come in.

I'm the founder of FHIR IQ, a healthcare technology company delivering AI-powered data intelligence solutions tailored to the real-world challenges of digital health. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare data and analytics, I help organizations turn complex FHIR standards into actionable insights and scalable solutions.

Professional Experience

Founder

FHIR IQ

February 2025 - Present

Leading a healthcare technology company focused on AI-powered data intelligence solutions. Helping organizations transform FHIR compliance challenges into strategic opportunities through innovative tools, consulting, and training.

Host & Producer

Out of the FHIR Podcast

June 2025 - Present

Hosting a podcast exploring the cutting edge of FHIR, healthcare interoperability, and digital health innovation. Engaging with industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners to share insights and practical knowledge.

Advisor Consultant

NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance)

March 2025 - August 2025

Provided strategic consulting on quality measurement, healthcare data standards, and analytics initiatives supporting NCQA's mission to improve healthcare quality.

Director of Data & Analytics

b.well Connected Health

January 2022 - March 2025

Led data strategy and analytics for a comprehensive health data platform serving millions of users. Managed FHIR implementation, data integration pipelines, and advanced analytics capabilities.

  • Architected FHIR-based data ingestion and normalization frameworks
  • Built analytics products supporting population health and personalized care
  • Led cross-functional teams in delivering data-driven product features

Manager, Strategic Data Management & Operations

UPMC - Quality Analytics

February 2017 - January 2022

Managed strategic data initiatives for one of the nation's largest integrated healthcare delivery systems. Focused on quality measurement, clinical analytics, and operational intelligence.

  • Designed enterprise data models supporting quality reporting and value-based care
  • Led implementation of clinical data warehouses and analytics platforms
  • Delivered actionable insights improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency

Earlier Career Highlights

Additional healthcare data and analytics experience includes roles at:

  • Allegheny Health Network - Data analytics and reporting
  • Express Scripts / Medco Health Solutions - Pharmacy benefits analytics
  • Duane Reade - Retail pharmacy operations

Areas of Expertise

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FHIR Implementation

Deep expertise in FHIR standards, profiles, extensions, and implementation patterns across diverse healthcare use cases.

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AI & Machine Learning

Applying AI and machine learning to healthcare data challenges, from predictive analytics to intelligent automation.

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Data Strategy & Architecture

Designing scalable data architectures, warehouses, and platforms that enable analytics and drive business value.

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Interoperability

Healthcare data exchange, integration patterns, API development, and solving complex interoperability challenges.

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Analytics & Insights

Building analytics products, dashboards, and reporting solutions that deliver actionable insights from healthcare data.

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Quality & Outcomes

Quality measurement, value-based care analytics, and data solutions supporting improved patient outcomes.

Education & Certifications

MBA in Healthcare

University of Pittsburgh - Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business

2017 - 2018

Bachelor's in Business Administration

Brooklyn College

2002 - 2006

Big Data Foundation Certificate

Coursera

2017

Community Leadership

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Out of the FHIR Podcast

Host of a podcast exploring FHIR, healthcare interoperability, and digital health innovation with industry leaders.

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FHIR Community

Active contributor to the FHIR Slack community and regular speaker on FHIR implementation best practices.

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Let's Work Together

Whether you need consulting on FHIR implementation, data strategy, or AI-powered healthcare solutions, I'm here to help turn your data challenges into opportunities.

๐Ÿ“ง eugene.vestel@gmail.com

๐Ÿ“ Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania