Ralph Franco

Ralph Franco FHIMSS, FACHE, DSHS is a seasoned project manager and healthcare information technology professional with extensive experience in managing and leading complex projects within the Defense Health Agency and the US Army Medical Department. Currently serving as a Project Manager at the Defense Health Agency, Ralph Franco oversees infrastructure projects that span multiple organizational boundaries. Previous roles include Deputy Chief Information Officer at AMEDD, where optimization of medical informatics improved COVID-19 responses, and various project management positions focusing on IT infrastructure, risk management, and strategic planning within the military healthcare sector. Ralph Franco holds an MHA in Healthcare Administration from Baylor University, an MBA from Jacksonville State University, and a BS in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.