Sophia Smith

Chief Information Officer, Florida Hospital Tampa

Professional Overview
Sophia Smith is a seasoned healthcare IT executive with over 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and technology innovation within the industry. As the Chief Information Officer at Florida Hospital Tampa, she is responsible for overseeing the hospital's entire technology infrastructure, implementing strategic initiatives, and leveraging cutting-edge solutions to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Since 2009, Sophia has served as the Chief Information Officer at Florida Hospital Tampa, a 900-bed academic medical center and one of the largest hospitals in the state. In this role, she leads a team of over 100 IT professionals and oversees all technology-related operations, including electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital patient engagement platforms. Under her leadership, the hospital has been recognized for its innovative use of technology, earning numerous awards and accolades for its patient-centric approach.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Sophia held the position of Director of Clinical Informatics at Upstate University Hospital at Community General from 2003 to 2008. In this role, she was instrumental in the successful implementation of the hospital's EHR system and spearheaded initiatives to improve clinical workflows and enhance patient safety through the use of technology.

Academic Background
Sophia holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in Health Informatics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a member of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME).

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare technology strategy and implementation

• Electronic health record (EHR) systems management

• Data analytics and business intelligence

• Cybersecurity and risk management

• Innovative patient engagement solutions

• Digital transformation and change management

Professional Impact
Under Sophia's leadership, Florida Hospital Tampa has been recognized as a leader in healthcare IT, earning the prestigious HIMSS Analytics Stage 7 Award for its advanced use of EHR technology and data-driven decision-making. Additionally, she has been instrumental in the hospital's successful implementation of telemedicine services, which have improved patient access to care and enhanced the patient experience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conclusion
Sophia Smith is a respected healthcare IT executive with a proven track record of driving innovation and transforming technology-enabled solutions to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Her extensive experience, coupled with her strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, make her a valuable asset to Florida Hospital Tampa and the broader healthcare industry.