Ruben Amarasingham, M.D., M.B.A.
Founder and CEO
Professional Overview
Ruben Amarasingham is a visionary healthcare technology leader with over 15 years of experience in clinical informatics, healthcare innovation, and digital health transformation. As the Founder and CEO of Pieces, he leverages his deep medical and entrepreneurial expertise to drive the development of cutting-edge AI-powered solutions that improve patient outcomes and healthcare system efficiency.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Founder and CEO of Pieces, Ruben is responsible for setting the strategic vision, leading the product development and innovation efforts, and overseeing the company's day-to-day operations. Under his guidance, Pieces has emerged as a prominent player in the healthcare technology space, delivering transformative solutions that leverage advanced analytics and machine learning to enhance clinical decision-making, care coordination, and patient engagement.
Career Progression
Prior to founding Pieces, Ruben held several prestigious roles, including serving on the National Board of Directors for HIMSS, where he helped shape the organization's strategic direction and initiatives. He has also held leadership positions at UT Southwestern, where he was the Director of Biomedical Informatics for the NIH CTSA program and an Associate Professor in the Departments of Internal Medicine and Clinical Sciences. Additionally, Ruben served as the President and CEO of PCCI, a non-profit healthcare innovation and research organization, and as the Associate Chief of Medicine and Medical Director of Medical Services at Parkland Hospital.
Academic Background
Ruben holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he also completed his internal medicine residency program. He also earned an MBA from the Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School and was a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar at Johns Hopkins University. Ruben received his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and English Literature from Brown University.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare technology and digital transformation
- Clinical informatics and data-driven decision making
- AI and machine learning in healthcare
- Healthcare innovation and entrepreneurship
- Strategic leadership and organizational development
Professional Impact
Ruben's contributions to the healthcare industry have been widely recognized. He has spearheaded the development of groundbreaking AI-powered solutions that have demonstrated significant improvements in patient outcomes, care coordination, and cost savings. His thought leadership and industry influence have been evidenced by his service on the National Board of Directors for HIMSS and his numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Conclusion
Ruben Amarasingham's diverse experience, medical expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit have positioned him as a prominent figure in the healthcare technology landscape. As the Founder and CEO of Pieces, he continues to drive innovation and transform the way healthcare is delivered, ultimately improving the lives of patients and enhancing the efficiency of healthcare systems.
