Veronica T Mallett, MD, MMM
Professor
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: 3132 Forrest Park Ave Nashville Tennessee 37215
Phone: (901) 484-8260
E-mail: vmallett@msm.edu
Education
Masters of Medical ManagementMEDICAL SCHOOL
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
GRADUATE EDUCATION
Carnegie Melon
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
Barnard College, Columbia University
Research Interests
Medical Education, Pelvic Floor DysfunctionSpecialties
Urogynecology Reconstructive Pelvic SurgeryBoard Certification
American Board Obstetrics and GynecologyPublications
"1.Sanderson Maureen, Cook Mekeila, Mallett VT. "Lifetime Interpersonal Violence or Abuse and Diabetes Rates by Sex and Race". American Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2023 June DOI:10.1016
2.
Blasingame M, Mallett VT. "Association of Psychosocial Factors on COVID-19 Testing among YWCA Service Recipients". International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2023 January DOI:10.3390
3.
“Opinion: We must redesign medical education to support clinician diversity” Modern Healthcare, 2023 August 8
4.
Maldonado PA, Jackson E, Petty KM, Rondeau N, Montoya TI, Mallett VT. Qualitative Attitudes and Beliefs About Pessary Usage Among Spanish-Speaking Women on the Texas US-Mexico Border Female Pelvic Medicine Reconstr Surg 2020 Mar DOI 10.1097
5.
Montoya TI, Rondeau NU, Maldonado PA, Mallett VT. Decision aid video for treatment
selection in Latinas with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse: a randomized pilot study. Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg 2019 DOI: 10.1097
6.
Robb J, Mackay A, Rondeau N, Palomino J, Mulla ZD, Montoya TI, Mallett VT. Spanish
language pelvic floor disorders patient information handouts: how readable are they? Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg 2017 Oct
7.
Jackson E, Hernandez L, Mallett VT, Montoya TI. Knowledge, perceptions and attitudes
towards pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence in Spanish-speaking Latinas. Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg 2017 Sept / Oct; 23 (5): 324-328
8.
Mallett VT, Jezari AM, Carrillo T, Sanchez S, Mulla ZD. Barriers to seeking Care for Urinary
Incontinence in Mexican American Women. Int Urogynecol J 2017 Aug
9.
Jackson E, Bilbao JA, Vera RW, Mulla ZD, Mallett VT, Montoya TI. Risk factors for ureteral
occlusion during transvaginal uterosacral ligament suspension. Int Urogynecol J 2015 Jul"
Honors and Awards
National Medical Fellowships Inc., Excellence in Medical Education, Atlanta, GA 2024Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Diversity Leaders in Healthcare 2023 2023
Athena Award (Traditional) Athena International CABLE Nashville 2022
Nashville Business Journal 2020 “Woman of Influence” 2020
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society,
Meharry Medical College 2019 Leadership Nashville Class of 2020 Selected Participant, Nashville, TN 2019
Veronica Thierry Mallett M.D. MMM is a dynamic physician healthcare executive with 25 years of leadership experience. Currently she is serving as the Chief Administrative Officer for CommonSpirit Health More in Common Alliance (MICA) in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine. In 2021 she joined Sharecare Corp as an independent board director joining with the company SPAC rollout as a public company. Her experience managing P/L for the clinical operations of Meharry Medical Group while Dean of the School of Medicine at Meharry in addition leading clinical operations at the Texas Tech El Paso faculty practice led to her appointment on the audit and compensation committees for the company.
In her role as board director Dr. Mallett provided governance, advice, and guidance during a dynamic chapter across the sector. Headwinds in the digital health market led to the company’s decision to pursue a sale and return the company to the private sector.
Her independence as a board director, knowledge of healthcare and innate “deal instinct” made her a valued member of the special committee responsible for vetting bids, guiding toward sale while providing significant, immediate and certain value to the shareholders and making sure the company remained a “going concern”. The company announced its acquisition by Altaris LLC October 22, 2024.
In addition to the knowledge and experience gained during the merger Dr. Mallett previously served as President and CEO of Meharry Medical College Ventures (MMCV), the investment, innovation arm of MMC. During her tenure as President Dr. Mallett led the creation of the strategic plan for MMCV, set up internal controls, due diligence process and investment strategies establishing the direction and foundation, while managing a 1.5 million dollar start up fund. Veronica Mallett, M.D., MMM: Digital Health, Governance, P&L, and Strategy
A Dynamic Healthcare Executive and Corporate Board Leader
Veronica Thierry Mallett M.D. MMM is a seasoned physician and healthcare executive with 25 years of progressive leadership experience spanning clinical operations, academia, and corporate governance. Her career is distinguished by expertise in navigating complex market transitions, driving operational profitability, and setting strategic direction for organizations across the healthcare continuum—from large health systems and academic medical centers to digital health startups.
Core Competencies for Board Service
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Competency Area |
Relevant Experience and Impact |
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Corporate Governance & M&A |
Independent Board Director, Sharecare Corp (2021-2024). Served on the Audit and Compensation Committees. Key member of the Special Committee that successfully vetted bids and guided the sale of the publicly traded company to Altaris LLC, ensuring significant and certain value for shareholders and maintaining the company as a "going concern" during a challenging digital health market period. Provides expert guidance on transaction due diligence and corporate compliance. |
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P&L Management & Clinical Operations |
Chief Administrative Officer, CommonSpirit Health More in Common Alliance (MICA) in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine. Previously managed P/L for the clinical operations of Meharry Medical Group (as Dean, School of Medicine) and led clinical operations for the Texas Tech El Paso faculty practice. Proven ability to translate clinical excellence into operational efficiency and profitable growth across large-scale provider organizations. |
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Strategy, Innovation, and Investment |
President and CEO, Meharry Medical College Ventures (MMCV). Led the creation of MMCV’s strategic plan, established internal controls and due diligence processes, and set investment strategies while managing a $1.5 million start-up fund. Thrived in the start-up space, guiding young founders toward optimal, profitable, growth-based solutions (e.g., volunteer, Nashville Entrepreneurs Center’s Project Healthcare). |
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Health Equity & Value-Based Care |
Considered an expert in expanding representation in the healthcare workforce, population health approaches to equitable care, and profitable strategies for value-based care. Passionate commitment to health equity informs effective governance, market expansion, and product development decisions for health tech, medical devices, and life sciences companies. |
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Clinical and Subject Matter Expertise |
Distinguished clinical background in urogynecology, providing specialized knowledge of pharmacologic and device interventions, as well as sound wellness strategies for populations. This clinical depth provides essential context for evaluating medical device and life sciences pipelines. |
Leadership and Community Engagement
Dr. Mallett currently serves on the boards of the American Heart Association, Central Association Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Bridges for Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Her broad network and influence within the healthcare sector are solidified through her alumni status with the Nashville Healthcare Council fellowship and Leadership Nashville.
Recognition
Dr. Mallett’s leadership has been consistently recognized, including the 2024 National Medical Fellowships Excellence in Medical Education, 2023 Modern Healthcare Diversity Leader, and 2022 Athena International Award. She is a prolific author, having contributed over 100 articles, book chapters, and abstracts.
Ideal for Boards Seeking Expertise in:
- Digital Health and Health Tech Transition: Guiding companies through rapid market cycles, sales, and integration.
- Compensation and Audit Governance: Applying rigor to financial oversight and executive compensation structures.
- Medical Devices and provider integration: Connecting technology and innovation to large-scale clinical delivery and profitability.
- Value Based Care and Health Equity Strategy: Integrating social impact with business objectives to capture new market value and improve revenue generation.
Thriving in the start-up space, Dr. Mallett guided young founders toward optimal growth-based solutions and guidance toward profitability as a volunteer with the Nashville Entrepreneurs Center’s Project Healthcare. In addition as a Nashville Healthcare Council fellowship Leadership Nashville alumna, Dr. Mallet has broad healthcare contacts.
These experiences have armed Dr. Mallett with the expertise needed to provide guidance to health systems, health tech, medical devices and life sciences companies. Passionate about achieving health equity Dr. Mallett is considered an expert in expanding representation in the healthcare workforce, population health approaches to equitable care, profitable approaches to value based care, urogynecologic clinical interventions (pharmacologic and surgical devices) and sound wellness strategies for populations. She currently serves on the board of American Heart Association, Central Association Obstetrics and Gynecology and Bridges for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Dr. Mallett has received several leadership awards; including 2024 National Medical Fellowships Excellence in Medical Education, 2023 Modern Healthcare Diversity leader, 2022 Athena international Award, the Nashville Business Journal Women of Influence 2020, the Nashville Medical News 2018 Woman to Watch. She has authored over 100 articles, book chapters, and abstracts combined.