Dr. Brett Trusko, PhD, MBA, is a distinguished academic and industry expert with a career that spans healthcare, technology, and business management. He has held various prestigious positions, including Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Center for Translational and Bioinformatics at Mount Sinai in New York, and a key figure at The Mayo Clinic. Dr. Trusko is known for his collaboration with the late Russell Coile on the "Healthcare 2020" series, and he has authored several influential books, such as "Improving Healthcare Quality and Cost with Six Sigma." He has served as a founding member and Board Director of the United States Healthcare Information Technology Standards Panel, a member of the ISO TC 215, and a Fellow in both the Healthcare Financial Management Association and the Health Information Management Systems Society.

In addition to his academic and professional pursuits, Dr. Trusko is the President and CEO of the International Association of Innovation Professionals (IAOIP) and the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Innovation Science. He continues to consult globally, working with several countries on healthcare improvement strategies. Dr. Trusko's dedication to advancing healthcare and informatics through education and practical application has made him a respected figure in his field. His leadership roles and contributions to healthcare quality and innovation have cemented his reputation as a thought leader.