Barbara's life has been profoundly affected by her father's profession as a family physician. Growing up in this environment gave her a deep appreciation for the absolute necessity of primary care and the important role that family physicians play in ensuring that primary care remains a viable option in today's world of increasing specialization. Consequently, she is most grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the TransforMED National Demonstration Project.
Barbara has more than fifteen years experience initiating and implementing social change for both profit and non-profit organizations including: designing and implementing strategic plans, developing change management programs, and leading mission critical projects. She has built and led strong teams, and revitalized organizations to create greater workplace satisfaction, efficiency, accuracy and cost effectiveness. Barbara directed one module of the NIH (National Institute of Health) Infrastructure project to determine how the Internet could be used to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of medical practices. Conflict Resolution and negotiation have been integral aspects of all Barbara's endeavors.
Barbara has a Ph.D. in Sociology with specialization in Medical Sociology, Organizational Behavior, and Social Psychology. Her certifications include Facilitator (Development Dimensions International), Myers-Briggs (Lee Hecht Harrison), and PMP (Project Management Professional). She has been selected to be included in the Who's Who Registry of Executives and Professionals and was a past the director of the Kansas City Project Management Institute Mentoring Program. Her memberships include: Organizational Development Network (ODN), International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI), Kansas City Project Management Institute (PMI), and American Society for Training and Development (ASTD).
