AnswersMD Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Jamie Barber as Director of Operations

Healthcare executive with 20+ years of leadership experience joins to drive growth and operational excellence across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Boca Raton practices.

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AnswersMD, the concierge medical group redefining primary care for Florida's high-performance families and professionals, today announced the appointment of Jamie Barber, MBA, as its new Director of Operations. Barber will oversee operational strategy and clinic growth across AnswersMD's expanding Florida footprint, supporting the company's mission of delivering personalized, preventative, and patient-centered care.

With more than two decades of progressive healthcare leadership experience, Barber has guided operations at major academic and specialty medical centers. Most recently, she served as Director of Operations at Gastro MD (2021–2025), where she advanced clinical efficiency and positioned the practice for sustainable growth. Her previous leadership roles include overseeing cardiology and gastroenterology divisions at the University of South Florida, as well as administrative positions at Albany Medical Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.

"I am honored to join AnswersMD at such a pivotal moment of expansion," said Barber. "The practice's dedication to personalized, preventative medicine aligns perfectly with my values as a healthcare leader. I look forward to supporting our physicians and staff so they can focus on what matters most—exceptional patient care."

"Jamie's leadership experience and unwavering commitment to excellence make her an outstanding addition to our team," said Dr. Doug Shapiro, founder of AnswersMD. "She will play a key role in strengthening our operations across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Boca Raton as we continue to expand and innovate concierge medicine."

About AnswersMD

AnswersMD is a concierge medical practice committed to redefining the patient-physician relationship. With offices in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Boca Raton, AnswersMD blends the latest medical knowledge with personalized, compassionate care. Patients benefit from enhanced access, preventative focus, and hospital-level expertise—all designed to help families and individuals live healthier, longer lives.

For more information, visit AnswersMD.com.

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