Ronald Fujimoto
Lihue,United States
Summary
Dynamic Regional Chief Medical Officer with over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, specializing in clinical operations and quality improvement. Proven success directing services across multiple facilities, implementing COVID-19 response initiatives, and enhancing healthcare access with state agencies. As a champion for patient care, reinforced community trust through quality programs and direct patient involvement. Eager to leverage extensive skills in primary care to elevate healthcare delivery at the next level.
Professional medical leader with strong expertise in clinical operations, patient care, and healthcare administration. Skilled in team collaboration, strategic planning, and stakeholder communication to drive healthcare outcomes. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliable and consistent performance in high-pressure environments. Known for focus on achieving results and fostering supportive, results-driven team culture.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Chief Medical Officer
Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation
07.2020 - Current
- Directed clinical operations across two hospitals and six outpatient facilities in Kaua‘i.
- Orchestrated COVID-19 response and continuity of care initiatives.
- Served on the Hawai‘i MEDQUEST Advisory Committee to enhance healthcare access.
- Provided direct patient care in family medicine and urgent care settings, ensuring clinical continuity and fostering community trust.
- Strengthened physician engagement and quality improvement programs.
- Championed initiatives to advance healthcare access and equity through the Hawai‘i MEDQUEST Advisory Committee.
Chief Medical Officer
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
09.2012 - 08.2020
- Formulated clinical strategies for Medicaid and dual-eligible populations.
- Spearheaded HEDIS improvement and utilization management programs.
- Collaborated with state agencies to enhance provider network performance.
Medical Director, Care Management
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association (HMSA)
06.2005 - 09.2012
- Oversaw credentialing, disease management, and clinical guideline development.
- Acted as Patient Safety Officer and HEDIS Medical Director.
- Elevated quality oversight within HMO structures.
Medical Director / Family Practice Physician
Hawai‘i Family Medical Centers
07.1990 - 09.2005
- Delivered comprehensive primary care while leading medical team operations.
- Implemented chronic disease management and quality assurance programs to enhance patient outcomes.
Commissioned Officer & Clinical Director
U.S. Public Health Service – Fort Yuma Indian Hospital
07.1986 - 07.1990
- Rendered family medicine and urgent care services in tribal communities.
- Appointed Clinical Director, resulting in improved healthcare delivery systems.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) -
06.1984
M.S. - Public Health / Environmental Health
08.1977
B.A. - Biology
05.1976
Skills
- Clinical Operations
- Medical Leadership
- Credentialing
- Pharmacy Management
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Managed Care Strategy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Strategic
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety
- Risk Mitigation
- Culturally Competent Care Models
- Population Health
- Physician Engagement
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Communication
- Medical License
- Residency
- Patient Care
- Clinical Expertise
- 5 years of practice
- Board Certified
- 3 years leadership experience
Certification
- Board Certified, American Board of Osteopathic Family Practitioners
- American Board of Osteopathic Family Practitioners
- Fellow, American Academy of Family Physicians (FAAFP)
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Licensed in Hawai‘i (License #DOS-547)
- State of Hawai‘i
Timeline
Regional Chief Medical Officer - Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation
07.2020 - Current
Chief Medical Officer - UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
09.2012 - 08.2020
Medical Director, Care Management - Hawai‘i Medical Service Association (HMSA)
06.2005 - 09.2012
Medical Director / Family Practice Physician - Hawai‘i Family Medical Centers
07.1990 - 09.2005
Commissioned Officer & Clinical Director - U.S. Public Health Service – Fort Yuma Indian Hospital
07.1986 - 07.1990
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa - M.S., Public Health / Environmental Health
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa - B.A., Biology
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.),
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