Aria Care Partners Names New Podiatry Chief Medical Officer

Aria Care Partners has named Veda Lewis-Simmons, DPM, MHA to the position of chief medical officer of podiatry. The role is responsible for operational effectiveness and clinical quality of the company's onsite podiatry services for skilled nursing facilities (SNF).

Dr. Lewis-Simmons earned both a master's degree in healthcare administration and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences. She completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and is board certified.

In addition to operating her own mobile foot care practice, Dr. Lewis-Simmons became the owner and executive director of Attentive Adult Day Center in Missouri in 2018. Previously, she served as associate medical director at U.S. Medical Management (now HarmonyCares), a home-based care organization, where she supervised medical staff, helped develop clinical guidelines, and strengthened community relations. Dr. Lewis-Simmons also spent many years building and leading successful surgical private podiatry practices throughout Missouri.

"Dr. Lewis-Simmons brings extensive clinical expertise and proven healthcare leadership that make her uniquely suited for this role," said John Griscavage, CEO of Aria Care Partners. "Her experience and vision will be instrumental in advancing our podiatry program, supporting our clinical teams and further enhancing care for the residents we serve."

Added Dr. Lewis-Simmons, "I am excited to join Aria Care Partners and share the company's commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care in skilled nursing communities," said Dr. Lewis-Simmons. "I look forward to partnering with our clinical teams to advance the podiatry program, support exceptional resident care and build on the strong foundation."

About Aria Care Partners Aria Care Partners is a leading provider of integrated onsite ancillary care and insurance solutions for skilled nursing facilities. With more than 25 years of experience and partnerships with over 3,500 skilled nursing facilities nationwide, Aria delivers coordinated dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry services through a comprehensive care delivery model designed to improve access, streamline operations, and support better resident outcomes. By aligning clinical services, coverage, and care coordination through a single partner, Aria Care Partners helps facilities reduce complexity while enhancing residents' quality of life and providing peace of mind for their families. For more information, please visit www.ariacarepartners.com.

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