As part of our continuing efforts to reduce health inequities — and consistent with our mission-driven, not-for-profit status — EmblemHealth is committed to identifying and addressing social determinants of health that can negatively impact health outcomes, especially in underserved communities. EmblemHealth is also committed to improving health equity and connecting individuals to the resources and care they need to achieve their healthiest lives, regardless of background, ZIP code, gender, gender identification, lifestyle, beliefs, or economic status.

Thought Leaders

Abdou Bah
SVP, Medical Management and Chief Health Equity Officer
Nazneen Rahman
AVP, EmblemHealth
Neighborhood Care
Ann Marie
Adamson-Serieux

AVP, Community Affairs
Melissa Vellon
VP, Provider Performance and Reimbursement Strat.
Howard Weiss
VP, Public Policy and Government Engagement
Dr. Haitham Ahmed
Chair of Cardiology, ACPNY
Dr. Wayne Rawlins
Senior Clinical Advisor, WellSpark
Andi Campbell
President, WellSpark
Karen Ignagni
Chief Executive
Officer
Annie Tse
VP, Advisory Practice Lead and Well-Being Strategy, WellSpark

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**Ahmed, H. (2022, February 28). History Demonstrates That Diversity Is the Future of Medicine. Gotham Gazette. Retrieved March 27, 2024, from www.gothamgazette.com.

***Wilson, R. (2023, November 6). 23 payer executives’ top priorities for 2024. Becker’s Payer. Retrieved March 27, 2024, from www.beckerspayer.com.

Ostreicher, S. (2023, July 31). Rep. Yvette Clarke and EmblemHealth CEO Karen Ignagni discuss barriers to equitable healthcare and solutions offered at Neighborhood Care Crown Heights. City & State. Retrieved March 27, 2024, from www.cityandstateny.com.

††Avila, J. (2023, November 1). EmblemHealth introduces new well-being programs to promote healthier lifestyles. Retrieved March 27, 2024, from brooklyn.news12.com.