PracticeMatch Advisory Board
We're proud to introduce the PracticeMatch Advisory Board, a select group of respected healthcare recruitment leaders and industry voices who bring real-world insight, strategic perspective, and forward-thinking ideas to our organization.
This board was created to ensure that the solutions we build and the services we deliver stay closely aligned with the evolving needs of physicians and provider recruitment teams across the country. By partnering directly with professionals who live these challenges every day, we gain invaluable feedback on market trends, product innovation, and client experience.
The PracticeMatch Advisory Board reflects our commitment to listening, learning, and continuously improving. Their guidance helps us shape smarter strategies, stronger tools, and more meaningful partnerships, so we can better support the organizations and communities our clients serve.
Meet Our Advisory Board Members
Andrea Leland, MBA, CPRP System Vice President of Provider Services Dartmouth Health
13 years with PracticeMatch
Andrea Leland, MBA, CPRP is the System Vice President of Provider HR Services for Dartmouth Health, an integrated academic health system employing more than 16,000 physicians, nurses, and staff. In her role, Andrea provides strategic leadership for physician and advanced practice provider recruitment, executive recruitment, provider and executive compensation, and immigration across the system. During her 21-year tenure with Dartmouth Health, Andrea has held progressive leadership roles in the Medical Staff Office and Human Resources, established the organization's first in-house executive recruitment function in 2022, and led a comprehensive redesign of the Physician Compensation Plan in 2025. Outside of work, Andrea and her husband, Adam, enjoy time with their teenage sons, Jack and Ethan, and their family at the lake in Maine. She loves cooking, baking, reading, and playing piano and serves her community through her church's teen ministry.
"PracticeMatch has become an indispensable part of our recruitment strategy. If we had to choose just one tool to rely on, it would be PracticeMatch. It serves as our job feed, sourcing platform, marketing resource, and even a trusted thought partner, and truly functions as an extension of our team. Our account manager, Courtney, is a key partner in navigating challenging searches, helping us brainstorm fresh approaches to connect with candidates in unique ways. We also look forward to the annual PMRC conference, where we gain valuable opportunities to network, learn, and collaborate with others in the industry. Most importantly, we value how PracticeMatch consistently stays ahead of the curve, innovating and developing strategic solutions that help us reach and engage the next generation of job seekers and successfully match them to our openings."
Jamal West Talent Acquisition Director at KP Medical Foundation
11 years with PracticeMatch
As the Talent Acquisition Director at KP Medical Foundation, I utilize my extensive background in recruiting and coaching to attract and retain exceptional talent for the organization. With more than ten years of experience in the field, I have cultivated a robust network of professional contacts and possess a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry.
Additionally, as a certified Brain-Based Coach, I apply neuroscience principles to enhance the performance and well-being of both candidates and hiring managers. My objective is to ensure a recruitment process that is positive, inclusive, and closely aligned with the values and mission of KP Medical Foundation.
"We enjoy the partnership with PM, the people and the product are what makes the partnership work."
Gregory Emerick, MHA, CPRP Manager of Physician Recruitment UC Health
10 years with PracticeMatch
Greg Emmerick has been part of the Physician Recruitment industry for 12 years and has recruited for two large hospital systems — UCHealth in Colorado where he currently manages the Physician Recruitment team for the nearly 2,000 provider medical group and prior to that with Penn State Health. Greg completed his undergraduate studies at BYU and his graduate studies at Penn State University. Originally from Pennsylvania, Greg is an avid Philadelphia sports fan! He now resides in Colorado Springs, CO and enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids enjoying hiking, outdoors, and all that Colorado has to offer. Their favorite trip each year is to Estes Park, CO in the fall to watch the leaves change and hike throughout Rocky Mountain National Park. He has worked with PracticeMatch for 6 years and appreciates the continued partnership with their team.
"I truly appreciate the focus and dedication to customer service and commitment to continual growth and improvements that PracticeMatch has demonstrated. PracticeMatch continues to take ideas from the clients to help improve their product, expand services they offer, and be a recognizable leader in the industry."
Sarah Krueger, LMSW, CPRP System Manager of Provider Recruitment, MyMichigan Health
6 years with PracticeMatch
With nearly two decades of experience in provider recruitment since 2006, Sarah has built a distinguished career connecting healthcare organizations with exceptional medical professionals. As a seasoned recruitment manager, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership by tripling team size in just two years while maintaining high standards of service and results. Throughout her career, Sarah has been guided by a clear mission: to love God, love others, and make a positive difference in someone's life each day. This philosophy drives not only her approach to team leadership and professional relationships, but also shapes how she views the critical work of healthcare recruitment — understanding that each successful placement impacts countless patients and communities. Sarah's combination of extensive industry expertise, proven leadership abilities, and commitment to serving others has established her as a trusted partner in healthcare staffing solutions.
"Within a few hours of reaching out for help, my client account manager got back to me with the information I needed. As you know, time is of the essence, and you have to strike while the iron is hot in this industry. I was immediately able to reach out to that provider and get things going and essentially saved us the cost of nearly $30,000."
Michael Mann, MBA Director of Physician Recruitment Cox Health
6 years with PracticeMatch
Michael Mann is the Director of Physician Recruitment with CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri. Michael leads a high-performing team dedicated to attracting top-tier medical talent. With a strategic focus on building lasting relationships and supporting healthcare excellence, Michael oversees the full recruitment lifecycle to ensure the right physicians join the right teams. A passionate advocate for collaboration and innovation in healthcare staffing, he also serves as a proud board member of Central States Recruitment Association, supporting regional efforts to advance physician recruitment and retention.
"PracticeMatch is always my go-to when it comes to sourcing physicians. The platform is easy to use, the candidate pool is strong, and their customer service is second to none. They really make the recruitment process smoother and more efficient."
Rupinder Kaur, MBA Executive Director Baptist Health KY & IN
6 years with PracticeMatch
Rupinder Kaur has been in the physician recruitment industry for over 10 years. In her current role, her responsibilities include leading the physician and APC recruitment team, sourcing team, and locums utilization.
In her free time, she likes to hike and travel with her husband and their three children.
"PracticeMatch is a very advanced tool and is ahead of the competitors. The service by the account manager and the tech team can't be matched."
Joe Motes, MBA Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition Theoria Medical
6 years with PracticeMatch
Joe Motes As Senior Vice President of Talent at Theoria Medical, Joe Motes brings deep expertise in strategic talent management, leadership development, and organizational growth. With a career spanning over 15 years in human capital leadership, Joe is responsible for driving the company's people strategy—ensuring the recruitment, development, and retention of world-class talent that aligns with the company's mission and values. Joe oversees initiatives that foster a high-performance culture, and enhance employee engagement across all levels of the organization. His forward-thinking approach to workforce planning and leadership pipeline development has positioned Theoria Medical as a top destination for exceptional talent. Prior to joining Theoria Medical, Joe held senior HR leadership roles, where he led enterprise-wide initiatives in organizational transformation and talent acquisition. He is known for his collaborative leadership style and commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders. Joe holds a Executive M.B.A from Kennesaw State University and is passionate about building environments where individuals and teams can thrive.
"For me, one of the reasons I keep coming back to PracticeMatch in the teams I lead is that you aren't just getting access to profiles, but you're really getting a one stop shop for all things you need for your talent acquisition. One of the other reasons that keeps me coming back is the customer service and support!"
Barb Martin, MBA, CPRP Executive Director Mercy
4 years with PracticeMatch
Barb Martin brings more than two decades of experience to her role as Executive Director — Ambulatory Care Selection. Leading the provider recruitment function at Mercy since 2021, she has played a pivotal role in shaping recruitment strategies across the ministry serving Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma. Barb leads provider recruitment strategy supporting an integrated medical staff of more than 5,600 clinicians across 1,000+ sites, aligning cross-functional teams, leveraging data-driven insights, and managing strategic vendor partnerships to drive operational excellence and workforce sustainability. She is widely respected for her authenticity and her ability to build and sustain high-performing recruitment teams. Known for translating enterprise strategy into practical, scalable solutions, Barb partners closely with physician and operational leaders to support Mercy's long-term growth and innovation goals. She brings a systems-level perspective and a deep passion for developing people, processes, and partnerships that strengthen care teams and the communities they serve.
"PracticeMatch is more than a physician recruitment tool for Mercy. Their personalized customer service, market insights, and numerous unique offerings set them apart in the healthcare recruitment industry."