NICHOLAS WELLS MD MBA
Signal Mountain,TN
Summary
Experienced Neonatologist with a robust background in clinical informatics and a particular interest in the integration of Al in healthcare. Seeking to leverage my clinical expertise, executive leadership experience, and strategic innovations as a Chief Medical Officer.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Director, NICU
Erlanger East Hospital
06.2019 - Current
- Created a Transition Unit in our Level 2 NICU, reducing unnecessary NICU admissions, increasing revenue, and capturing 1,200 additional nursing hours annually
- Successfully led the incorporation of NNP coverage with telemedicine options for Level 1 NICU babies at an affiliated hospital, enhancing care coordination and extending neonatal expertise
- Currently leading the transition of our Level 2 NICU at Erlanger East to a Level 3 NICU, expanding our capacity to care for more complex cases
- Negotiated over $500K in total pay increases for our neonatologists, ensuring competitive compensation and improved team retention
- Epic Physician Builder certified, created over 50 order sets and note templates tailored for the NICU and PICU, optimizing workflow, improving documentation standards, and exploring the potential of Al-driven analytics in neonatal care
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
12.2020 - Current
- Associate Professor with 15 years of experience administering education and classroom procedures both autonomously and in collaboration with department faculty and leaders. Building foundations for next generation of academics and workforce pioneers.
Medical Director, NICU
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Directed NICU operations, ensuring excellence in patient care and safety across a military healthcare setting
- Served as the Navy's NICU Subject Matter Expert – SME for the transition of the Department of Defense – DoD Electronic Health Record – EHR to MHS Genesis – Cerner), leading the transition efforts
- Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care, new business development, and patient relations.
Chief Medical Informatics Officer - Education, Training & Research
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented a hospital-wide app for Graduate Medical Education , significantly improving communication and distributing educational materials for over 200 residents and fellows and 1000 medical staff
- Led the implementation of MHS Genesis - DoD Electronic health Record, including serving as the SME for all neonatal intensive care units in the US Navy
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
12.2013 - 07.2019
General Pediatrician
Naval Hospital
07.2009 - 07.2012
- Improved patient satisfaction providing comprehensive pediatric care to over 150 children monthly
- Improved maternal health outcomes by co-chairing the Perinatal Advisory Board
- Led initiatives in complex obstetric management
General Medical Officer
MWSS-272, US Navy
01.2011 - 09.2011
- Deployed to Afghanistan as the sole provider at a Forward Operating Base's – FOB Combined Aid Station
- Oversaw all medical care for MWSS 272 at Camp Dwyer, Helmand Province
Education
MBA - Physician Executive MBA
Haslam School of Business
Knoxville, TN12.2024
MD - Doctor of Medicine
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD05.2006
BS - Microbiology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2002
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Healthcare Informatics
- Lean Six Sigma
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analytics
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Clinical Expertise
- Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
Academic Appointments
- Associate Professor of Pediatrics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 12/01/20, Present, Chattanooga, TN
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, 12/01/13, 07/31/19, Bethesda, MD
Awards
- Master Clinician, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center - 2018
- Joint Service Achievement Medals - 2015 and 2018
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal - 2012
- Outstanding Young Pediatrician of the Year - AAP Uniformed Services East Chapter - 2011
Publications
- Published research in top journals, including the Journal of Perinatology.
- Presented at national conferences on neonatal care and quality improvement.
Medical Board Certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
- American Board of Pediatrics: General Pediatrics
Certification
Lean Sigma Six
Physician Entrepreneurship
Timeline
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
12.2020 - Current
Medical Director, NICU
Erlanger East Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Chief Medical Informatics Officer - Education, Training & Research
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2019
Medical Director, NICU
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2015 - 06.2019
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
12.2013 - 07.2019
General Medical Officer
MWSS-272, US Navy
01.2011 - 09.2011
General Pediatrician
Naval Hospital
07.2009 - 07.2012
MD - Doctor of Medicine
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
BS - Microbiology
Clemson University
Lean Sigma Six
Physician Entrepreneurship
MBA - Physician Executive MBA
Haslam School of Business
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