Laura Dalton, DO, MBA has extensive work experience in the healthcare industry. Laura currently serves as the Chief Medical Operating Officer at Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, a position they have held since January 2022. In this role, they are responsible for directing the operational strategy for over 35 healthcare facilities and works collaboratively with physician and administrative leads to improve quality and performance standards. Laura has achieved significant accomplishments in this role, including reducing the licensed provider onboarding timeline by approximately 75% and generating additional revenue for the organization.
Prior to their current position, Laura held various roles at Planned Parenthood Arizona Central Phoenix Health Center. Laura started as a contract independent physician and quickly advanced to become the Director of Family Planning and Primary Care. In this role, Laura successfully transformed an underperforming division by streamlining operational processes and implementing a patient-centered approach. Their efforts led to improved key performance indicators across the board.
Overall, Laura Dalton's work experience demonstrates their expertise in healthcare operations, strategic planning, and performance improvement.
Laura Dalton, DO, MBA holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Kansas City University. Laura also obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Cedar Crest College. In addition to their medical education, Dalton has a Master of Business Administration degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Rockhurst University. Laura furthered their medical qualifications by obtaining the Board of Certification in Family Medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine in 2018. Additionally, they hold a California State License from the Medical Board of California, which they obtained in February 2016.
January, 2022 - present
January, 2016