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Alex V. Gelvezon
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Dr. Alex V. Gelvezon

Health Informatics Leader

Transforming Healthcare Through Data, Insight, and Purpose. Turning EHR data, analytics, and now AI into safer, more equitable care.

  • DHA
  • CPHQ
  • LSSGB
  • Epic Certified
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Portrait of Dr. Alex V. Gelvezon
exp.years 15+
org UCLA Health
Years in healthcare analytics
15+
Organizations in healthcare & education
6
Publications & acknowledgements
5
Degrees, through doctorate
4

01 / About

Data, innovation, and strategic thinking for better patient care.

As a healthcare professional and health informatics leader, Dr. Alex Gelvezon is dedicated to improving patient care through data, innovation, and strategic thinking. With a foundation in health administration and deep expertise in clinical, financial, and operational analytics, he’s led projects that span EHR optimization, regulatory reporting, and quality improvement across complex health systems. As an informatics educator and analytics leader, he brings a unique blend of frontline insight and technical proficiency to every initiative. His work is driven by a profound passion for equity, efficiency, and the meaningful use of health data, inspiring others with his dedication to these values.

Professional summary

Experienced and award-winning health informatics leader with a background in pharmacy and over 15 years of progressive experience across clinical informatics, healthcare analytics, education, and quality improvement. Proven ability to manage complex data environments, develop scalable solutions, and lead interdisciplinary teams. Passionate about leveraging data to drive operational efficiency, strategic planning, and equity in healthcare delivery.

02 / Speaking

On stage at the intersection of AI & quality

FEATURED TALK NAHQ next 2026 · September 2026 · Virtual conference

AI and Quality: Applying What You Know to What’s Next

National Association for Healthcare Quality

How quality leaders can put visible audit trails and ongoing safeguards in place as AI tools are built into clinical records and workflows.

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03 / Core competencies

What I bring to the table

  • Clinical Informatics & Data Analysis

  • Healthcare Quality & Performance Improvement

  • Epic Clarity & Reporting Workbench (Certified)

  • Strategic Thinking & Project Management

  • Data Visualization (Tableau, etc.)

  • Education & Mentorship

04 / Experience

Two decades across health systems

  1. UCLA Health – Los Angeles, CA

    Health Informatics Analyst V

    May 2021 – Present

    • Lead enterprise analytics initiatives under the Office of Health Informatics & Analytics.
    • Deliver complex, high-impact reporting solutions across clinical and operational domains.
    • Guide interdisciplinary collaboration to support data-driven decision-making and strategic projects.
    • Support regulatory reporting, quality improvement, and system-wide EHR optimization.

  2. San Diego Community College District – San Diego, CA

    Adjunct Professor, Health Information Technology Program

    June 2023 – Present

    • Design and deliver curriculum in Health Informatics.
    • Mentor students in technical and professional development.
    • Contribute to program development with current industry practices.

  3. UC San Diego Health – San Diego, CA

    Clinical Informatics Specialist IV – ACO/CIN Quality Lead

    Oct 2018 – May 2021

    • Developed analytics dashboards and provider engagement tools.
    • Led MSSP ACO, referral management, utilization, and cost-containment projects.
    • Standardized code practices and improved analytics workflows.

    Clinical Informatics Specialist IV – Community Connect Reporting Lead

    Jun 2016 – Oct 2018

    • Spearheaded financial and clinical information systems implementation.
    • Collaborated with clinical and IT teams to align workflows and enhance care delivery.
    • Defined analytics architecture and key performance indicators.

  4. AMN Healthcare – Del Mar, CA

    Senior Reporting Analyst

    Jun 2015 – Jun 2016

    • Automated staffing and workload reporting using advanced Excel and VBA.
    • Supported nationwide credentialing operations with custom SQL reporting.

  5. Palomar Health – Escondido, CA

    Planning Analyst & Various Roles

    Oct 2011 – Jun 2015

    • Supported strategic planning and physician integration initiatives.
    • Developed internal databases and dashboards for decision-making.
    • Delivered analytics for nursing excellence, trauma services, and emergency preparedness.

  6. Tri-City Medical Center – Oceanside, CA

    Data Analyst & Various Roles

    Apr 2006 – Oct 2011

    • Promoted across multiple roles through demonstrated analytical expertise.
    • Designed and analyzed quality metrics across nursing and clinical teams.
    • Contributed to operational and regulatory performance improvements.

05 / Research

Publications & acknowledgements

06 / Education

  • Doctor of Health Administration (DHA)

    emphasis in Clinical Quality and Informatics

    Capella University, 2024

  • Master’s in Healthcare Administration

    emphasis in Business Intelligence

    Colorado State University–Global Campus

  • Bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration

    emphasis in Business Intelligence

    Colorado State University–Global Campus

  • Associate’s in Behavioral & Social Sciences

    Palomar College

Dr. Alex Gelvezon is an outstanding educator who combines academic rigor with genuine care for his students’ growth. This professor [is] an asset to any academic institution.
— Rate My Professor

07 / Contact

Let’s talk data.

Speaking, collaboration, teaching, or health informatics leadership.

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