Ms. Hammel has led one of the largest Epic transformations in the country, executing a $700 million rollout across 15 hospitals and 250 care sites to unify clinical, operational and financial systems at Memorial Hermann Health System. Her efforts have ensured immediate interoperability via Epic’s “Care Everywhere” platform, exchanging millions of records within weeks and improving care coordination across the Houston region. Beyond the EHR, Ms. Hammel has adopted the National Institute of Standards and Technology framework, along with technical playbooks for disaster recovery and continuity, elevating the system’s cybersecurity posture. She is also advancing AI adoption, from clinical applications to personalized digital experiences, while championing IT’s role in population health analytics and in-home care strategies. A mentor and equity advocate, Ms. Hammel supports women-led health tech startups through her role on the IGNITE steering committee.
