Mercy Health

A recognized leader in data science, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, Bommarito is driving a new era of healthcare transformation. As Vice President of Enterprise AI and Decision Intelligence at Mercy Health, she leads innovative strategies that enhance operational efficiency, improve patient care, and empower smarter decision-making across the healthcare system.

Turning Data into Actionable Insights

Healthcare operates in a world of data overload—patient records, clinical research, administrative claims and operational metrics flood hospital systems every day. But without the right tools, this information remains fragmented, limiting its potential to drive better decision-making.

Dr. Bommarito has spent over a decade solving this challenge, leveraging AI to transform raw data into meaningful intelligence. Before taking on her current role at Mercy Health, she served as the Vice President of Enterprise Data Science, where she spearheaded AI-powered solutions to optimize hospital operations, enhance patient safety and improve research outcomes. Her earlier work at Washington University School of Medicine focused on health services and outcomes research, using large-scale data analysis to uncover epidemiological trends that inform better patient care.

Pioneering the Next Wave of AI in Healthcare

Dr. Bommarito is not just implementing AI; she is redefining how it supports healthcare professionals. She is leading the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, including large language models (LLMs), agentic AI and responsible AI frameworks, ensuring these innovations serve clinical and business needs in a meaningful way. Rather than replacing human expertise, her focus is on building AI systems that work alongside medical professionals, enhancing their ability to make faster, more accurate decisions.

Beyond her technical leadership, she fosters a culture of responsible AI use, mentoring teams and shaping strategies that prioritize patient outcomes, operational efficiency and ethical AI deployment. Aligning AI advancements with real-world healthcare needs, Dr. Bommarito is making sure that innovation leads to a measurable impact—not just technological progress.