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William Tierney is a globally recognized expert in biomedical informatics and health services research. He has had a distinguished career at the Indiana University School of Medicine, where he served as a Chancellor's Professor, Associate Dean for Comparative Effectiveness Research, and Chief of the Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. In 2016, he became the founding chair of the Department of Population Health at Dell Medical School. His work focuses on person-centered, integrated care models and addressing systemic health challenges. Tierney has extensive experience in implementing electronic medical records and health information technologies, having worked on projects in Africa and led collaborations with over 15 universities globally. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Glaser Award from the Society of General Internal Medicine and the Collen Award from the American College of Medical Informatics. Elected to the National Academy of Medicine, he also serves as the medical director for the University of Texas System’s preferred provider insurance plan, where he plays a role in health insurance coverage appeals.
Dell Medical School • Austin, TX
Founding chair of the Department of Population Health, focusing on person-centered and integrated care.
Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics • Indianapolis, IN
Led the division, contributing to advancements in health care delivery.
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