About Us
LEADERSHIP

Dr. Van Wert graduated with the University Medal in chemical engineering from Queen’s University, Canada. He completed medical school internal medicine residency at the University of Toronto, and his post-doctoral training at Stanford University in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine and Biodesign. He holds three board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada.

Most recently, she served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Change Healthcare (formerly McKesson) where she was responsible for long-range strategic planning, business modeling, and operations to support customers as they navigate the evolving healthcare industry.
Janet has extensive experience leading provider-focused revenue cycle businesses, with an emphasis on consumerism, as well as a payer-focused member engagement business leveraging AI to offer services to MA members addressing dual eligibility, SDoH and appointment scheduling.
She is recognized for operational excellence and a strong, customer-centric, and collaborative management process that drives highly effective business execution and growth. She holds a BS degree in Computer Science and German from Randolph-Macon College in Virginia.

Jack has bachelors and masters in Biomedical Engineering from University of Southern California.

Rob holds a Bachelors in Sociology from Iowa State University, a Masters in Information Systems Management from Keller Graduate School, and is Pragmatic Marketing Certified, Level VI.

Mistler brings two decades as a healthcare executive and senior human resources professional overseeing large multi-site organizations through the challenges of rapid scaling and M&A lifecycle strategy. Brian is dedicated to increasing access to sustainable, quality care provided by and for racially, economically, and geographically diverse populations.
Dr. Mistler holds a dual B.S./B.A. (Computer Science - machine learning) Stetson University, M.A. (Conflict Resolution) The University of Bradford as a Rotary Scholar to the UK, PostGrad Cert. (Financial Management) Cornell University, Ph.D. (Counseling Psychology / organizational ohange) The University of Florida, (Lean Six Sigma & Lean Enterprise Green Belt – Global Supply Chain Management) McGill University.

At a time of great demographic and cultural change in our society, Dr. Fratkin has created ResolutionCare to insure capable and soulful care of everyone, everywhere as they approach the completion of life.
ResolutionCare leverages partnerships with existing healthcare providers and payers to provide telehealth applications that bring greater quality of living and greater quality of dying. The Palliative Care team at ResolutionCare openly shares our expertise and mentorship so people can receive the care they need where they live and on their own terms.

Andrew holds an MBA from the University of Michigan, Stephen M. Ross School of Business, as well as a bachelor’s degree in economics from Grand Valley State University.

Gina has received an MBA from University of Colorado - Leeds School of Business and an undergraduate degree in Social Work from Mt Mercy University.

Brad holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Purdue University, is a licensed CPA in Illinois, and is currently in the process of pursuing an MBA.
BOARD

Dr. Van Wert graduated with the University Medal in chemical engineering from Queen’s University, Canada. He completed medical school internal medicine residency at the University of Toronto, and his post-doctoral training at Stanford University in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine and Biodesign. He holds three board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada.

Rush received his bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, his MBA from Indiana University, and his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Purdue University. He completed Post-Doctorate studies at Stanford University in the Biodesign Fellowship and is regularly invited to teach their Innovation Process to R&D teams at major medical technology companies.

Burchianti has led Celtic Healthcare to being honored numerous times throughout the past decade as “Fastest Growing Life Sciences Company,” “Best Place to Work in Pittsburgh,” “Top 50 Best Places to Work in Western PA,” and “Top 100 Best Places to Work in PA.”
In September 2012, Graham Holdings Company (formerly The Washington Post Company) acquired a majority interest in Celtic Healthcare with Burchianti continuing to run the business as CEO and co-owner. This strategic transaction has positioned Celtic Healthcare for continued growth by combining Celtic’s strong leadership, technology and expertise with the financial resources and long-term investment commitment of The Washington Post Company.
In 2015, Burchianti spearheaded Celtic Healthcare’s strategic joint venture with Highmark Health’s Allegheny Health Network Home Health & Hospice. While simultaneously, securing PA Certification for Celtic’s software analytics tool for Home Health Utilization Management.
In July 2016, Celtic merged with Residential Home Health and Hospice to form Graham Healthcare Group, and Burchianti assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer over the combined company, which doubled in size and revenue.
Education & Special Recognitions:
• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy & Bachelors Degree in Health Science, Duquesne University, 1994
• Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” 2014 and two-time Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” Finalist, 2002, 2007
• Pacesetters Award Finalist for Emerging Business, 2007
• Pittsburgh Technology Council Life Sciences Tech 50 Awards Finalist, 2008
• University of Pittsburgh Entrepreneurial Fellowship Program, 2007
• American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA) Finalist as Software Development Partner, 2003
• American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA) Excellence in Home Care Award, 2002
• Duquesne University Distinguished Alumnus Award, 2000
• Inventor: System for Integrated Business Management: Ref No. 07-113 CIP (7911.0016)
US Patent Application No.: 12/235,190, Filed: September 22, 2008
Professional Activities & Memberships:
• Member of National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC)
• Advisory Board Member, National Association of Home Care & Hospice (NAHC), 2009, 2010, 2011
• National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) Homecare and Hospice Industry Strategic Planning Congress, 2007, 2008, 2009
• National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) Proprietary Homecare Section
• National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) Therapy Advisory Committee
• Advisory Board Member, Institute of Entrepreneurial Excellence, University of Pittsburgh, Katz Graduate School of Business, 2011 & 2018
• Board of Directors of Duquesne University since 2010
• Duquesne University Century Club of Distinguished Alumni, September 2009
• Served on the Health Advisory Board for the 110th Congress member Jason Altmire, US House of Representatives, 4th District, PA
• Hospital Council of Western Pennsylvania Allied Member
• Active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) since 1992
• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Technology Special Interest Group, Government Federal Affairs Liaison, & Electronic
Communications/Telehealth Work Group
• Proprietary Home Care Association of America (PHCAA) Advisory Board Member, 2005
• Member of the Academic Advisory Board for Rangos School of Health Sciences (RSHS), Duquesne University
• Past President & Executive Board Member of the Duquesne University Alumni Association
• Homecare Elite Agency, 2009, 2010, 2011
• Company of the Year, Homecare Marketing Award, H2 Marketing, 2009
Specialties:
• Post-Acute Home & Community Healthcare Industry Strategic Planning / Home Healthcare Industry Business Development / Home Healthcare Industry Acquisitions, Startups and Joint Ventures / Home Healthcare Industry Information Technology

Mr. Mandato is a Senior Advisor to Mainsail Partners and its portfolio companies. He has served as CEO of several successful operating companies, including two leveraged buyouts. The first, an ophthalmic implant company, was sold to a UK based public company, and the second, a leveraged purchase from Johnson & Johnson, subsequently acquired by a NYSE company. Both transactions resulted in significant value creation for shareholders. He also advised the founders, was an active investor and was appointed to the Board of Directors of Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN), developer of the Invisalign clear orthodontic appliance.
Earlier in his career, he served as President and CEO of Origin Medsystems, a developer of minimally invasive surgical devices, where he also co-founded and served as CEO of Gynecare, a women’s health spin-out from Origin, which was later acquired by Johnson & Johnson. Origin was acquired by Guidant Corporation (NYSE; later acquired by Boston Scientific), where Mr. Mandato served as a Vice President and member of the founding management committee and CEO of two of its five operating units. He has served as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Mayfield Fund, a venture capital firm.
Prior to his distinguished career, Mr. Mandato served as a Captain in the U.S. Army. He currently serves on the boards of Embrace Global and has served on the board of Save the Children. He received his doctorate degree in management from Case Western Reserve University, and serves on its Board of Trustees. His research focused on the evolving role of boards in ensuring effective governance. He was appointed the 2014-2015 Carlo Rossi Chair of Entrepreneurship at The University of San Francisco’s School of Management and is a Lecturer at Stanford University. Additionally, he was a 2012 Fellow in the Harvard University Advanced Leadership Initiative.


