Tengis Riznis, MD

Dynamic, compassionate hospitalist with 15 years of experience at Optum, excelling in developing and implementing policies and procedures to oversee and improve patient care. Proven leader in quality improvement initiatives and team collaboration as an elected Optum Executive Hospitalist Committee member for 8 years, enhancing patient outcomes. Actively contributed to the Saddleback Hospital Utilization, and Joint Commission Committees for over 10 years. Spearheaded ER triage efforts as a member of National Optum Optimal Care Program, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in patient care. Established and directed a successful primary care practice. Extensive expertise in improving patient care outcomes in Hospital, Primary care and Skilled Nursing Facility settings.

• Physician Of The Year Award, Saddleback Hospital, Laguna Hills, CA, 2017

• American Board of Family Medicine, Certified, 01/01/04
• Chief Resident and House Staff President, Lutheran Medical Center, NY, 2001-2004
• Tbilisi State Medical University, Georgia, 1998

• A86212/BR 8744155