A Team on a Mission
A Team on a Mission
We're committed to elevating the healthcare experience and results for providers and patients. That mission starts not in the boardroom or the executive offices but in your practice. Our hands-on team will be your guide to Wellvana.
We're committed to elevating the healthcare experience and results for providers and patients. That mission starts not in the boardroom or the executive offices but in your practice. Our hands-on team will be your guide to Wellvana.
The Whys Behind Wellvana
The Whys Behind Wellvana
A paycheck isn’t a purpose. Here are the reasons why we found our way to Wellvana.
A paycheck isn’t a purpose. Here are the reasons why we found our way to Wellvana.
As an OB-GYN who was in private practice, I get how hard it is for independent physicians these days. I would have given anything for the clinical and technical support that Wellvana offers. What I find so fulfilling is that we're not just helping primary care providers survive. With the right partner, they can thrive in value-based care."
As an OB-GYN who was in private practice, I get how hard it is for independent physicians these days. I would have given anything for the clinical and technical support that Wellvana offers. What I find so fulfilling is that we're not just helping primary care providers survive. With the right partner, they can thrive in value-based care."

Heather Holland, MD
Heather Holland, MD
Director, Clinical OperationsDirector, Clinical OperationsI do what I do because ultimately we all have loved ones who need value-based care, especially seniors. If we’re not willing to help this vulnerable demographic, we’ve lost our way. This is how I show my gratitude for the sacrifices and contributions they’ve made for our great country.”
I do what I do because ultimately we all have loved ones who need value-based care, especially seniors. If we’re not willing to help this vulnerable demographic, we’ve lost our way. This is how I show my gratitude for the sacrifices and contributions they’ve made for our great country.”

Lucas Zertuche
Lucas Zertuche
Practice Transformation SpecialistPractice Transformation SpecialistAs the son of an independent physician, I can feel my father in every practice I visit. The same struggles and challenges, and old partnerships that don’t make the patient or physician a priority. Now, through Wellvana, I can help support physicians like my father in delivering life-changing healthcare to their patients.”
As the son of an independent physician, I can feel my father in every practice I visit. The same struggles and challenges, and old partnerships that don’t make the patient or physician a priority. Now, through Wellvana, I can help support physicians like my father in delivering life-changing healthcare to their patients.”

Benjamin Beck
Benjamin Beck
Director, Business DevelopmentDirector, Business DevelopmentI was inspired to become a nurse in high school as my mother struggled with depression and a cancer diagnosis. It was the nurses who brought her through that dark time. I worked many years at the bedside. But my true passion is care management, where I can be the same kind of light on a much larger scale.”
I was inspired to become a nurse in high school as my mother struggled with depression and a cancer diagnosis. It was the nurses who brought her through that dark time. I worked many years at the bedside. But my true passion is care management, where I can be the same kind of light on a much larger scale.”

Brandy Monroe, RN
Brandy Monroe, RN
Manager, Care ManagementManager, Care ManagementIt’s incredibly rewarding to empower solo practices so they can remain independent. We succeed through collaboration with our practice partners, who utilize the valuable resources Wellvana provides so they can deliver care that directly improves quality of life for their patients.”
It’s incredibly rewarding to empower solo practices so they can remain independent. We succeed through collaboration with our practice partners, who utilize the valuable resources Wellvana provides so they can deliver care that directly improves quality of life for their patients.”

Gina Brand, PA-C
Gina Brand, PA-C
Senior Director of OperationsSenior Director of OperationsIt’s the team. The responsibility of managing complex patients remotely is huge. But at Wellvana, it really is teamwork that makes the dream work.”
It’s the team. The responsibility of managing complex patients remotely is huge. But at Wellvana, it really is teamwork that makes the dream work.”

Yvonne Brown
Yvonne Brown
Care CoordinatorCare CoordinatorCase management in a hospital meant pushing people out the door. I welcomed the transition to Wellvana, where I can help prevent patients from going to the hospital in the first place by taking time to build relationships, helping them set goals and tailoring a care plan.”
Case management in a hospital meant pushing people out the door. I welcomed the transition to Wellvana, where I can help prevent patients from going to the hospital in the first place by taking time to build relationships, helping them set goals and tailoring a care plan.”

Kristin Raya, RN
Kristin Raya, RN
Care ManagerCare ManagerLeaders with Purpose
Leaders with Purpose
“Accountability drives our team. Value-based care demands that providers become accountable for the health of their patients. In turn, Wellvana is accountable to providers. It’s the only way we succeed.”
“Accountability drives our team. Value-based care demands that providers become accountable for the health of their patients. In turn, Wellvana is accountable to providers. It’s the only way we succeed.”
Kyle Wailes, Chief Executive Officer
Kyle Wailes, Chief Executive Officer
“When I was a practicing internist, the only way to improve your practice was to see more patients. There are only so many hours in the day. Value-based care gives primary care physicians a path to support their life’s work and even extend their careers.”
“When I was a practicing internist, the only way to improve your practice was to see more patients. There are only so many hours in the day. Value-based care gives primary care physicians a path to support their life’s work and even extend their careers.”
Mark Montoney, MD. Chief Medical Officer
Mark Montoney, MD. Chief Medical Officer
Executive Leadership
Executive Leadership
Executive Leadership
Executive Leadership
Kyle Wailes
Kyle Wailes
Chief Executive Officer & Board Member
LinkedInA competitive leader with almost two decades of executive experience in managing healthcare companies. Previously CFO of Intermedix and SmileDirectClub. Relentless optimist. Recovering pro athlete. Proud husband, father and coach.
Mark Montoney, MD
Mark Montoney, MD
Chief Medical Officer
LinkedInA dedicated clinician with more than 35 years of experience in healthcare, serving as CMO for a hospital-at-home company as well as multi-state health systems. Formerly Contessa Health, Tenet Healthcare, Vanguard Health Systems, and OhioHealth. Originally an internist and geriatrician who would have welcomed help from Wellvana. A happy empty nester.
Adam Holland
Adam Holland
Chief Financial Officer
LinkedInAn accountant who loves people more than numbers. A strategic financial leader with nearly two decades of experience, previously CFO of two public companies, Tivity Health, a leading patient engagement innovator whose sale delivered a 155% investment return to shareholders, and nationwide specialty retailer Kirkland’s. A proud EY alum. Father to two teenage boys. Also answers to “Andrea’s husband.”
Liz Canis
Liz Canis
Chief Operating Officer
LinkedInA former Elevance and UnitedHealthcare executive, disruptive investor and active board director. Chief dot connector among payors, providers, specialists to deliver patient-centered solutions. Brings excellence and a sense of humor to the table. Chief spoiler of nieces and nephews — kindred and adopted alike.
Katrina M. Howchin-Tucker
Katrina M. Howchin-Tucker
Chief People Officer
LinkedInAn experienced people person with a passion for cultural and operational transformation. A progressive global HR leader for 25 years, previously with Kraft Heinz, SmileDirectClub, Asurion, Deloitte Consulting, Honeywell, Citigroup. UK expat raising a Nashville-based family.
Richard Lopez del Rincon
Richard Lopez del Rincon
Chief Growth Officer
LinkedInProven healthcare executive leader, versatile founder and successful entrepreneur. Over 30 years building world class teams in publicly traded companies (ADP, Pfizer, R1) and startups that achieved triple-digit growth (CareCloud, Avisena). Married to the love of his life Vanessa, father of 5, lover of animals and cooking.
Philip Harrison
Philip Harrison
Chief Strategy & Development Officer
LinkedInIn search of accretive M&A partnerships. Driven by data. Obsessed with corporate strategy. Early IPO team member at SmileDirectClub, private equity at Centerbridge Partners, restructuring at Blackstone. Manhattan born and raised. Second generation Michigan Wolverine. Married with joint custody of a long-haired mini dachshund named Charlie.
Josh Chapman
Josh Chapman
Chief Marketing Officer
LinkedInAn empathetic marketer who believes in the power of honest branding and measurable results. Over 20 years experience leading brand and marketing teams across multiple industries, including C-suite leadership at explosive-growth startups SmileDirectClub and Tommie Copper. Raising mini-marketers with a Swedish wife who has mostly adapted to life in the South.
Scott Lenz
Scott Lenz
EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
LinkedInFormer partner Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP with deep experience in healthcare transactions and value-based care models. Fanatical problem solver. Proud husband and father of two. Junior golf coach.
Andra Hinz
Andra Hinz
Chief Compliance Officer
LinkedInA career-long compliance leader who brings a human touch to following the rules and establishing ethical standards. Previously Parallon, HCA, Aspirus Health. Certified in healthcare compliance and privacy. Continuing education in parenting a middle schooler.
Dan Graves
Dan Graves
SVP & General Manager
LinkedInDriven business leader focused on creating value for healthcare providers. Extensive operations and management experience. During 13 years at R1 RCM, helped 30,000+ providers improve financial outcomes to deliver better patient care. Completed Michigan MBA while working and raising small children. Still married.
Sean Henson
Sean Henson
SVP, Head of Operations
LinkedInDeep value-based care experience across the spectrum of available programs. Leadership in population health and practice transformation. Former Head of Operations at Imperium Health, an early ACO enablement company generating more than $566M in savings. Also VP at Lightbeam Health Solutions. Household team lead with oversight of two kids.
Readus Smith
Readus Smith
Regional President
LinkedInExperienced healthcare executive with a passion for bringing world-class care to underserved communities. A charismatic leader who delivers on the hype. Also owner and president of MVIP Healthcare in South Florida. Previously Island Doctors and Patriot Healthcare. General Secretary of Health for Church of God in Christ. Balancing good work and the good life of grandfatherhood.
Dan Pope
Dan Pope
Regional President
LinkedInDevoted leader with strong track record in physician practices and revenue cycle management. Believes in empowering good people to do great work that drives eye-popping results. Previously R1 and Intermedix. Forever shaped by first job as an ER tech. Will swap stories all day on daughters and sneakers.
“As a CFO, I see the financial impact of our healthcare system on individuals and society. Working towards a value-based approach, I'm not only improving outcomes and lowering costs, but also making a meaningful difference in people's lives.”
“As a CFO, I see the financial impact of our healthcare system on individuals and society. Working towards a value-based approach, I'm not only improving outcomes and lowering costs, but also making a meaningful difference in people's lives.”
Adam Holland, Chief Financial Officer
Adam Holland, Chief Financial Officer
“I’ve been in the people business my entire career — from startups to Fortune 500. I am proud to say that Wellvana is a place where our people are at the heart of everything we do. And as executive leaders, our primary job is to support the team in always being able to put our patients and providers first.”
“I’ve been in the people business my entire career — from startups to Fortune 500. I am proud to say that Wellvana is a place where our people are at the heart of everything we do. And as executive leaders, our primary job is to support the team in always being able to put our patients and providers first.”
Katrina Howchin-Tucker, Chief People Officer
Katrina Howchin-Tucker, Chief People Officer
Are you inspired to change healthcare?
Are you inspired to change healthcare?
We’re hiring for positions all across the country.
We’re hiring for positions all across the country.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Devin Carty
Devin Carty
Co-Founder & Chairman, Wellvana
LinkedInVenture capitalist and healthcare entrepreneur with oversight of 30+ portfolio companies. Also, co-founder of Trilliant Health, Clariture Health and Reimagine Care.
Charlie Martin
Charlie Martin
Co-Founder, Wellvana
BioMore than 50 years of experience launching and operating large, complex healthcare systems including HCA, HealthTrust, OrNda, and Vanguard Health Systems.
Rock Morphis
Rock Morphis
Co-Founder, Heritage Group
BioExecutive leader within Heritage portfolio companies for more than 30 years, including HHS and Surgical Health Corporation.
Haris Naseem, MD
Haris Naseem, MD
Co-Founder, Prime Holdings
BioCardiac electrophysiologist and co-founder of Sybrid Holdings, Premier Patient Health Care, Wiseman Innovations, Summus Health Care and DataQ.
Jon Phillips
Jon Phillips
Managing Director, Head of Venture Capital and Private Equity, First Trust Capital Partners
LinkedInVenture capitalist with deep investment banking experience in healthcare and digital health leading direct investment portfolio. Co-founder of PatientBond and ImmediateMD, founder of Healthcare Growth Partners, vice president at William Blair and manager at Deloitte Consulting.
Phillip Roe
Phillip Roe
Senior Advisor, Martin Ventures
LinkedInExtensive financial and accounting experience in health systems along with board leadership at Change Healthcare, TeamHealth and Ludi.
Kyle Wailes
Kyle Wailes
CEO, Wellvana
LinkedInProven leader of high-growth healthcare companies, previously as CFO at SmileDirectClub and Intermedix.
Karey Witty
Karey Witty
Managing Director, Valtruis
LinkedInMore than 30 years of executive leadership across the healthcare system — Envision, Corizon, naviHealth, HealthSpring, Valitas and Centene.
“To me, Wellvana is about the ultimate healthcare experience. And it becomes almost like missionary work. Providers have heard about value-based care and just can’t take the risk. But Wellvana can.”
“To me, Wellvana is about the ultimate healthcare experience. And it becomes almost like missionary work. Providers have heard about value-based care and just can’t take the risk. But Wellvana can.”
Richard Lopez del Rincon, Chief Growth Officer
Richard Lopez del Rincon, Chief Growth Officer
“I grew up doing my homework in hospitals, accompanying my father as he fought kidney cancer for nearly 15 years. He researched every treatment and became a staunch advocate for his own care, helping fellow patients do the same. I honor his memory by using the power of data to be the same advocate and guide for our patients.”
“I grew up doing my homework in hospitals, accompanying my father as he fought kidney cancer for nearly 15 years. He researched every treatment and became a staunch advocate for his own care, helping fellow patients do the same. I honor his memory by using the power of data to be the same advocate and guide for our patients.”
Philip Harrison, Chief Strategy & Analytics Officer
Philip Harrison, Chief Strategy & Analytics Officer
Founding Physicians
Founding Physicians
Founding Physicians
Founding Physicians
Jairo Melo, MD
Jairo Melo, MD
Co-Founder, Wellvana
LinkedInPracticing pulmonary and critical care physician committed to value-based care that prioritizes quality.
Co-founder and medical director of TexasIPS, the largest pulmonary and critical care group in Texas.
Critical care medical director, chair of graduate medical education, chief clinical integration, Methodist Healthcare System in San Antonio.
Board of Trustees, American College of Chest Physicians.
Saleh Jaafar, MD
Saleh Jaafar, MD
Co-Founder, Wellvana
LinkedInPracticing internist who welcomes all patients with a motto of “no appointment necessary.”
Thrives when forming long-term patient relationships.
Owner of Medcare Associates, formed in 1997 with clinics in San Antonio and throughout South Texas.
Medical director for Medina Valley Healthcare, Bandera Nursing and Rehab, River City Hospice and Arthur Nagel Clinic.
“Leading marketing in fields ranging from fashion, food, to hospitality, I always struggled with manufacturing the meaning behind the brand. As I progressed in my career, I vowed only to work with brands that were solving a real problem and helping people lead better lives.”
“Leading marketing in fields ranging from fashion, food, to hospitality, I always struggled with manufacturing the meaning behind the brand. As I progressed in my career, I vowed only to work with brands that were solving a real problem and helping people lead better lives.”
Josh Chapman, Chief Marketing Officer
Josh Chapman, Chief Marketing Officer
“I have worked with providers for over a decade to help solve the question of how best to provide value-based care. I joined Wellvana because I believe we have the right answers and the right team to achieve meaningful change in the industry.”
“I have worked with providers for over a decade to help solve the question of how best to provide value-based care. I joined Wellvana because I believe we have the right answers and the right team to achieve meaningful change in the industry.”
Scott Lenz, EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Scott Lenz, EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
See what we can bring to your practice.
See what we can bring to your practice.
Get back to what you love most about medicine when you partner with our team.
Get back to what you love most about medicine when you partner with our team.