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Concierge Care Healthcare Advisory Board

Expertise for Seniors, Families, Healthcare Professionals & Payers

The Concierge Care Healthcare Advisory Board is a distinguished group of medical professionals, senior care experts, and industry innovators dedicated to advancing the quality of care and support provided by Concierge Care Advisors. With a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate service, our Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in shaping our strategies, ensuring that every solution we offer is backed by deep industry knowledge and forward-thinking leadership.

Our medical professionals bring decades of experience in senior healthcare, post-acute transition planning, payer systems, and care coordination — providing invaluable clinical insights that enhance the well-being of the seniors and families we serve. Alongside them, industry executives and technology leaders contribute expertise in digital transformation, customer-centric care models, and cutting-edge healthcare solutions, ensuring that our services remain at the forefront of the industry.

By bridging medical expertise with business innovation, the Concierge Care Healthcare Advisory Board empowers our organization to deliver seamless, personalized guidance to seniors and their families — helping them navigate complex care decisions with confidence and clarity.

This diverse expertise allows us to:

  • Deliver a more comprehensive range of senior care and transition services for families and healthcare professionals.
  • Maintain the high standards of quality, compassion, and effectiveness that Concierge Care Advisors are known for.
  • Integrate advanced technology and personalized care strategies to continually elevate our service offerings.

Meet Our Physician Advisors

Dr. Brian Ferris

Brian Ferris, MD

Dr. Brian Ferris attended the University of Virginia School of Medicine. To become a vascular surgeon, he attended Oregon Health Sciences University for his Residency in General Surgery. Dr. Ferris then began a fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of Arizona. In 2003, he joined Lake Washington Vascular (with privileges) at Overlake Hospital, Evergreen Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Washington, and Providence Swedish Medical Center in the Seattle metropolitan area.

Dr. Ferris has a busy, comprehensive practice centered around his welcoming, personalized approach to caring for patients with vascular diseases, including arterial, venous, and wound diseases. His comprehensive vascular surgical practice includes participating as a Medical Director for the Lake Washington Vascular Laboratory, specializing in non-invasive blood testing of arteries and veins.

Dr. Ferris's surgical background uniquely positions us to offer clinical insights. With an immediate grasp of how your product will fare in a healthcare setting, we can efficiently provide critical clinical perspective and necessary data for adoption, reducing the need for costly and lengthy external market research firms and saving you valuable time and resources.

"As a surgeon, both practicing Vascular and General surgery, I've long recognized the paramount importance of family and social influences that contribute to a great outcome for a patient and our aging parents, family members, and neighbors. The irreplaceable support that can be provided helps ease the pathway to healing, aging, and inevitable changes we all face."
Dr. Alex De Moraes

Alex De Moraes, MD

Dr. Alex De Moraes earned his Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from the University of California, Davis, before attending the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he completed his Doctor of Medicine degree. With a focus on personalized and patient-centered care, Dr. De Moraes has established himself as a leader in concierge medicine and senior healthcare in the Napa Valley region.

Dr. De Moraes provides personalized, on-demand care to patients, offering 24/7 direct access and home visits for those who are homebound. This model emphasizes accessibility and individualized attention, leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. He also serves as Medical Director for several prominent institutions, including the Meadows of Napa Valley, Piner's Nursing and Guest Homes, and Anchor Health Services, where he is dedicated to enhancing care quality and fostering independence for residents.

At the Meadows of Napa Valley, Dr. De Moraes collaborates with administrative and nursing teams to elevate the standard of care across independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. His leadership at Piner's Nursing and Guest Homes reflects his commitment to excellence in rehabilitation, long-term care, and assisted living, guided by the Eden Alternative philosophy to create a supportive and healing environment.

"As a physician, my goal is to deliver not only exceptional medical care but also the guidance and reassurance patients and their families need during life's transitions. By collaborating with Concierge Care Advisors, I am able to extend this philosophy, ensuring seniors and their loved ones receive the support they deserve."

Meet Our Industry Advisors

Linda A. Marzano

Linda A. Marzano R.N., MSHA

Linda has over 30 years of healthcare experience spanning hospital, ambulatory, and health plan operations. She is highly skilled in system redesign, value-based delivery models, change management, leadership development, and strategic integrations.

She served as the Senior Vice President — Value Based Care at Providence St. Joseph Health from 2016–2019. She was the Chief Executive Officer of Pacific Medical Centers from 2015–2019, serving in various senior leadership roles within the organization since 2003. Marzano is currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Population Health and the Practitioner in Residence in the Master of Health Administration Program at the University of Washington School of Public Health.

A founding member of Project Access Northwest, Linda played a pivotal role in establishing this groundbreaking nonprofit, which has significantly improved healthcare access for underserved populations in the region. Under her leadership, Project Access united major healthcare providers to develop solutions for delivering specialty care to underinsured and uninsured individuals.

She has served on multiple nonprofit boards in the Puget Sound, including the Corporate Advisory Board of The Greater Seattle Business Association, Women's Funding Alliance, and Project Access Northwest. In 2014, the Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) recognized her as Corporate Leader of the Year for her leadership in promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In 2016, she received the Outstanding Voices Award for advancing diversity in healthcare leadership. In 2017, Pacific Medical Centers was named Leader in Healthcare for Community Outreach under her leadership.

Currently, Linda serves on the Evergreen Northwest Goodwill Board, the Advisory Board of Senior-Life AI, the Washington Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives Board, and is a member of the International Women's Forum.

Linda holds a B.S. in Nursing from the University of Miami and an M.H.A. from Barry University.

Find the Right Care Solutions

Our Board's deep understanding of medical intricacies and the nuances of senior living provides a unique, comprehensive and enhanced perspective not found elsewhere, that can significantly benefit individuals, families, professionals and even insurance companies.

For Seniors & Families

  • Ensuring seniors' expected needs are addressed in the chosen community
  • Providing peace of mind by considering current and future senior living requirements
  • Offering personalized recommendations that align with lifestyle and social preferences
  • Minimizing stress and uncertainty during transition to care environments

For Hospitals & Discharge Teams

  • Streamlining the discharge process and improving patient outcomes
  • Reducing the risk of hospital readmissions with appropriate care recommendations
  • Alleviating the burden on hospital staff with comprehensive care and transition solutions
  • Expertise in optimizing patient care transitions

For Assisted Living Communities

  • Improving resident satisfaction and outcomes through appropriate placements
  • Increasing occupancy rates and generating positive word-of-mouth referrals
  • Enhancing the community's reputation and bottom line

For Payers & ACOs

  • Better health outcomes and cost savings through appropriate care recommendations
  • Reduced healthcare expenditures by avoiding unnecessary hospital readmissions
  • Comprehensive care that optimizes coordination and addresses social determinants of health

Listen to #TheSeniorSpotlight Podcast

Dr. Ferris and Dr. De Moraes frequently appear on Concierge Care Advisors' #TheSeniorSpotlight Podcast, hosted by CCA co-founder and EVP of Business Development Mary Cordova. This podcast is ideal for seniors, the families of seniors needing assisted living, caregivers, and anyone else preparing to navigate the complex landscape of senior care options.

Tune in to learn more about a wide range of topics related to senior care.

Although the Physician Advisory Board members provide expertise and advice to the concierge professionals, they do not offer individuals medical advice to families or seniors.

Inquire with Us Today

If you have any questions or want to learn more about our Advisory Board, please get in touch with Concierge Care Advisors today.

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