Dr. Todd Zimmerman
Las Vegas
Summary
Board-certified Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician and entrepreneurial executive with 30+ years leading high-volume ERs, fellowship programs, clinical informatics, risk management, and AI-powered performance improvement. Track record of scaling operations, slashing LWBS/LOS, boosting satisfaction scores, implementing innovative staffing/protocols, and driving revenue integrity. Skilled in team/physician development, technology integration, stakeholder collaboration, and metrics-focused quality—perfectly aligned for Chief Medical Officer roles in concierge/premium medicine, where personalized access, preventive care, superior outcomes, and sustainable high-touch delivery are paramount.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fellowship Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Pediatrix
Las Vegas
01.2025 - Current
- Direct the Pediatric ER Fellowship program, leading curriculum, accreditation, recruitment, and mentorship to train next-generation leaders in high-acuity pediatric emergency care.
- Integrate advanced protocols, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary training while supporting ongoing clinical excellence in a ~50,000–55,000 visit/year department.
- Foster physician professional growth, program innovation, and alignment between education, safety, and operational best practices.
Physician Consultant & Clinical Expert
KaiHealth.ai
01.2024 - Current
- Advise on AI-driven Autonomous Performance Improvement platform to minimize diagnostic errors, optimize emergency documentation, and enhance revenue integrity.
- Draw on 27+ years of RSQ methodology to shape real-time AI tools, clinician education, and risk mitigation—analyzing millions of records to fuse clinical precision with tech innovation.
- Support scalable, high-quality care models transferable to concierge/premium settings focused on outcomes, efficiency, and patient trust.
Consultant
The Sullivan Group
Arlington Heights
01.2007 - Current
- Author/maintain Category 1A CME courses in emergency medicine and risk management.
Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Pediatrix
Las Vegas
01.2018 - 10.2024
- Led high-acuity pediatric ER operations (50,000–55,000 annual visits), delivering elite metrics: reduced LWBS from 6–8% to
- Designed and executed Flex Staffing Program amid COVID/post-COVID challenges, saving >$600,000 while supporting revenue-neutral scalability.
- Improved patient satisfaction from 20–30% to low 90s% through team empowerment, protocol enhancements, and collaborative care models.
- Managed 40+ practitioners (hiring, training, performance, discipline); developed safety/quality policies and procedures.
- Oversaw 5 teaching programs; mentored 3 physicians into leadership positions.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with C-suite, medical staff, subspecialists, and community providers.
Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
TeamHealth/MEA – St. Alexius Medical Center / Alexian Brothers Medical Center
Hoffman Estates
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Directed two pediatric ERs (~26,000 combined annual volume) for 8+ years, achieving market growth and superior throughput metrics.
- Developed protocols, led staff management, served on Medical Executive Committee, and secured media visibility (TV/print/online).
Clinical Informatics Medical Director
St. Alexius Brothers
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Spearheaded 330-bed EMR transition; chaired Informatics Committee; met Meaningful Use standards.
Chief Operating Officer / Chief Medical Officer
Pediatric Insurance Risk Retention Group
01.2004 - 12.2010
- Led pediatric malpractice operations, sales, claims, and finances.
Founder/Director, Obstetricians and Gynecologists Risk Retention Group
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Launched OB-GYN malpractice insurer; handled underwriting and risk prevention.
Pediatric ER Physician
EmCare/Kidz ER Services
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Delivered high-volume care, advanced procedures, unit launches, and specialty collaborations.
Education
Fellowship - Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Cook County Hospital
Chicago, ILResidency - Pediatrics
Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, ILDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) -
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, ILBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MISkills
- Unit Startup
- Growth
- Operational Optimization
- Physician Mentoring
- Leadership Development
- Team Building
- Change Management
- Process Restructuring
- Clinical Protocol Innovation
- Patient Safety Initiatives
- AI-Enhanced Diagnostics
- Documentation
- Revenue Integrity
- EMR Expertise
- Patient Experience Metrics
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Advocacy
- Media Relations
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Stakeholder Management
- Lifelong Learning
- Patient-Centered Innovation
Awards
- JCAHO Commendation for Pediatric Emergency Medicine Box System (operational efficiency)
- Pre-Medical Honor's Society – Alpha Epsilon Delta
Certifications Licensures
- ACLS
- PALS
- ATLS (initial)
- Licensed in NV, IL, and FL
Timeline
Fellowship Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Pediatrix
01.2025 - Current
Physician Consultant & Clinical Expert
KaiHealth.ai
01.2024 - Current
Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Pediatrix
01.2018 - 10.2024
Clinical Informatics Medical Director
St. Alexius Brothers
01.2013 - 01.2017
Consultant
The Sullivan Group
01.2007 - Current
Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
TeamHealth/MEA – St. Alexius Medical Center / Alexian Brothers Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2018
Founder/Director, Obstetricians and Gynecologists Risk Retention Group
01.2006 - 12.2006
Chief Operating Officer / Chief Medical Officer
Pediatric Insurance Risk Retention Group
01.2004 - 12.2010
Pediatric ER Physician
EmCare/Kidz ER Services
01.2001 - 12.2004
Fellowship - Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Cook County Hospital
Residency - Pediatrics
Lutheran General Hospital
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) -
Midwestern University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Michigan State University