Ramona Thomas

Background

About Ramona Thomas

As a licensed attorney in Florida and California, I am also a Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist in Health Law and am Certified in Healthcare Compliance by the Compliance Certification Board. I bring a unique blend of legal expertise, strategic insight, and operational leadership to the healthcare sector, as I have extensive experience advising diverse healthcare organizations (including nonprofit 501(c)(3) and for-profit health systems, hospitals, clinics, and post-acute care facilities) on complex operational, regulatory, and governance matters. My work spans corporate legal operations, litigation, claims, and risk management, accreditation, compliance, privacy, medical staff governance, contract lifecycle management, mergers and acquisitions, reimbursement, and managed care.I partner with executive leadership and Boards to translate legal and regulatory frameworks into actionable strategies that drive organizational performance, mitigate risk, and foster sustainable growth. Known for combining rigorous analytical skills with collaborative problem-solving, I approach challenges with both business acumen and empathy, ensuring decisions balance compliance, operational efficiency, and stakeholder needs.I maintain a particular focus on advancing women’s health initiatives, bringing both strategic guidance and legal expertise to programs that improve access, quality, and outcomes. Completing my MBA with highest honors has further strengthened my ability to integrate legal, operational, and business perspectives to deliver high-impact outcomes.