Gary Smalto

Gary Smalto is an accomplished healthcare consultant with extensive experience in clinical operations and performance improvement. Currently serving as Practice Partner at Optum Advisory Services since May 2018, Gary leads initiatives focused on clinical cost and operations enhancement. Prior roles include Vice President at The Advisory Board Company, where responsibilities included healthcare consulting and leadership in clinical variation management, and Independent Physician Executive/Consultant at Efficient Healthcare Solutions, specializing in value-based care and provider quality strategies. Additionally, Gary held key positions at The Chartis Group and FTI Consulting, focusing on quality strategy and clinical integration. Educational credentials encompass an MBA in Operations from The George Washington University School of Business and an MD from Wake Forest University School of Medicine.