Movers & Shakers

Dr. Imamu Tomlinson, MD, MBA: Reimagining Emergency Care Leadership

Dr. Imamu Tomlinson is a physician executive redefining what leadership looks like in emergency medicine. An emergency physician by training, he now serves in senior leadership at Vituity, where he focuses on transforming care delivery while supporting clinician well-being.

Recognized as a Modern Healthcare Innovator, Dr. Tomlinson has helped lead initiatives that improve emergency department efficiency, patient experience, and workforce engagement — all while maintaining a strong commitment to frontline care.

His approach blends medical expertise with business strategy, emphasizing systems that empower physicians and improve outcomes at scale. Under his leadership, programs have been launched to streamline operations, reduce burnout, and foster collaboration across hospitals and care teams.

Dr. Tomlinson is also a prominent advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare. He speaks nationally on leadership development and works to create pathways for underrepresented clinicians to advance in medicine.

What sets Dr. Tomlinson apart is his belief that caring for caregivers is essential to caring for patients. By championing physician satisfaction alongside operational excellence, he is helping shape a more sustainable healthcare system.

From the emergency room to the executive suite, Dr. Tomlinson continues to prove that compassionate leadership can drive real change.