DUOS Announces Appointment of Three Industry Veterans to its Inaugural Advisory Board

Seasoned healthcare leaders will partner with executive leadership to propel the company’s mission and vision forward

DUOS, a digital health company empowering older adults to live independently and attain the highest level of health in partnership with health plans, today announced the formation of its inaugural Advisory Board with the appointment of three esteemed healthcare industry executives. The newly appointed members include Attila Toth, Jonathan Gavras and Thomas Lundquist.

The introduction of the Advisory Board aligns with DUOS’ commitment to supporting growth initiatives and advancing innovative approaches to delivering solutions that are tailored to the evolving needs of health plans and their valued members.

“Our Advisory Board members each bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, and we’re excited about the positive impact their collective thinking will have on our company and our customers,” said Karl Ulfers, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of DUOS. “The introduction of the Advisory Board will provide our team with invaluable insights in this next phase of growth, as well as help us to continuously drive innovation for payers so we can build upon the digital experience that connects older adults to the suite of benefits offered by their health plan to help them age with confidence and dignity.”

The company’s new Advisory Board is comprised of industry veterans with strong track records of growing disruptive healthcare-related businesses:

• Attila Toth, CLU, ChFC and Operations Leader. Toth is a highly experienced industry leader in healthcare and financial services, holding CLU and ChFC designations since the 1990s. With over 35 years of leadership experience at companies like Golden Rule, UnitedHealthcare, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, he has excelled in roles focused on the member journey, emphasizing budget management, continuous improvement, and talent development.
• Thomas Lundquist, MD, MMM, FAAP, FACPE and President at Vital Insights LLC. Lundquist specializes in providing transformative insights for healthcare start-ups, integrated health systems, and health plans, focusing on the quintuple aim and value-based contracts. With over 25 years of progressive leadership in various healthcare sectors, including clinical care with a passion for health equity, venture capital-backed start-ups, large hospital networks, managed care organizations, governmental agencies, and health plans like Highmark Health, Lundquist brings expertise in areas such as analytics, health informatics, care management, and value-based care.
• Jonathan Gavras, MD, FFCP and Principle at JBGAVRAS CONSULTANTS, LLC. Gavras currently leads JBGAVRAS CONSULTANTS, LLC. With a background including a successful clinical career in pulmonary and critical care medicine and senior roles at Florida Blue, UnitedHealth Group, and Prudential Healthcare, he now focuses on innovative changes in healthcare delivery, currently serving on the boards of Healthmap Solutions and Shearwater Health, as well as being an operating partner at WindRose Health Investors.

“As we bring these distinguished leaders into DUOS as part of our newly formed Advisory Board, we all recognize the significant opportunities within our industry,” said Jenn Kerfoot, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at DUOS. “In fostering a collaborative approach, we are providing solutions that benefit everyone throughout the care continuum. Our advisors have decades of experience and a passion for innovation. They are committed to delivering successful outcomes that are able to scale and sustain within a dynamic industry.”

The addition of an Advisory Board follows the company’s recent significant milestones and advancements, including the launch of its Connections for a Cause campaign that aims to extend a helping hand to the people and communities it serves, aligned to four categories that tie back to DUOS’ overall mission – community, access to care, health equity and companionship. This is the natural next step in DUOS’ continued journey towards developing innovative solutions and maintaining its position as a leader in the Medicare care navigation space.

Interested in learning more about how DUOS is building trust and empowering people to take control of their healthcare journey? Visit getduos.com today.

About DUOS

DUOS is a digital health company focused on helping older adults stay connected and age independently. Founded in 2020, DUOS connects Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers to the resources needed to attain the highest level of health. DUOS’ SaaS platform and activation programs improve plan performance, enhance the continuum of care, and improve well-being and satisfaction through highly contextualized, personalized and timely campaigns. Listen to our soundtrack on Spotify, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, and visit us at getduos.com.

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