Stewart Sweda
Stewart Sweda serves as Chief Executive Officer for DialCare and affiliate companies, including Careington International Corporation, Careington Benefit Solutions and Munroe Sutton. Regarded as an industry expert, Stewart has helped DialCare establish its stellar reputation as an industry innovator by driving growth of the dynamic solutions that DialCare offers to its valued clients and members. Mr. Sweda is a long-time contributing member of the National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) and Consumer Health Alliance (CHA). In addition to speaking nationally about the discount health care industry, Mr. Sweda serves on the board of directors for non-profit organization Families of World War II Veterans.
Melissa Baumann
Melissa J. Baumann, CPA, serves as Chief Financial Officer for DialCare and affiliate companies Careington International Corporation, Careington Benefit Solutions and Munroe Sutton. Mrs. Baumann's knowledge and background are essential in overseeing tax compliance, financial reporting, treasury management, strategic finance and capital planning for DialCare and affiliates. She is responsible for all fiduciary aspects of the family of companies and leads all finance, technology, operations and administration teams. Mrs. Baumann also serves as the treasurer of Consumer Health Alliance, the trade association of the non-insured, direct-pay model health care industry, and she is also an active board member of the non-profit organization Families of World War II Veterans.
Rashmi Jain
Rashmi Jain serves as Chief Information Officer for DialCare and affiliate companies Careington International Corporation, Careington Benefit Solutions and Munroe Sutton. Ms. Jain is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing and personally participating in all phases of the development and maintenance of DialCare's strategic information systems, which include all hardware, software, security and web initiatives. During her tenure at DialCare, Ms. Jain and her team of dedicated professionals have successfully implemented countless large-scale client and internal projects, working to ensure that in today's competitive and evolving environment, DialCare stays ahead of the technology curve.
Amanda Rinker Horton
Amanda "Mandy" Rinker Horton serves as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel for DialCare and its affiliate companies, including Careington International Corporation, Careington Benefit Solutions, and Munroe Sutton. Mrs. Horton advises DialCare's executive team, hires and directs outside counsel, manages litigation and advises on high-level human resources matters. Mrs. Horton also oversees DialCar's Compliance department and serves as chair of the Compliance Committee where she works with Information Systems, Human Resources, Marketing and Compliance departments to ensure all appropriate data and employee security protocols are achieved, whether required by federal and state laws and regulations, industry standards or client requirements. She also helps to review all new vendors to ensure they comply with DialCare and affiliates' high standards of data privacy and security.
Jeremy Hedrick
Jeremy Hedrick serves as Chief Operations Officer for DialCare and its affiliate companies Careington International Corporation, Careington Benefit Solutions and Munroe Sutton. Since 2001, Mr. Hedrick has contributed to the strategic growth and overall direction of the Careington companies. During his tenure, he has held senior leadership roles within network development, customer support, compliance, fulfillment, product development and claims. As Chief Operations Officer, Mr. Hedrick directs and manages the daily business operations across the Careington companies and brands while also maintaining the overall leadership, growth and initiatives of DialCare. Mr. Hedrick is also a long-time member and former board Chair of the National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) and a member of the non-profit American Telemedicine Association (ATA).
Becca Bean
Becca Bean currently serves as the Senior Vice President of DialCare, telehealth affiliate of Careington International Corporation. In this role, she is responsible for assisting in the overall strategic direction and growth of the DialCare brand and business model. Since joining the Careington family of companies in 2008, Mrs. Bean has served in several key leadership roles within the company, including within the Accounting and Finance, Project Management and Product Development departments.
Dr. Aaron Scholer
Aaron Scholer, M.D., serves as the Clinical Director for DialCare Physician Access. Dr. Scholer graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and trained in pediatrics. During his career, he has worked in outpatient and inpatient pediatrics. Dr. Scholer is board certified in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Hospital Medicine and feels that telemedicine is an essential part of total patient care to create the best patient experience.
Farrah Bakhshi
Farrah Bakhshi, LPC-S, serves as the Mental Wellness Clinical Director for DialCare, bringing 20 years of mental health experience to the role. Farrah is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Master's degree in counseling. She is passionate about ensuring quality mental health access for all through the guidance and development of mental health programs. She is an advocate for comprehensive and compassionate support while aiming to positively impact the lives of individuals.
Dr. Fred Sharpe
Fred L. Sharpe, D.D.S., J.D. serves as the Dental Director for DialCare Teledentistry. He is a general dentist and an attorney. After leaving private practice, Dr. Sharpe has worked in the dental benefits industry as a dental director and executive since 1985. His experience with various dental companies has provided great insights and he is excited to bring those insights to DialCare. He sees teledentistry growing across the nation, as it provides greater connectivity between patients and dentists.
Dr. J. Blake Watson
James Blake Watson, DVM serves in the role of Chief Veterinary Medical Officer for DialCare Virtual Vet. Dr. Watson has experience in General Small Animal Practice, General Large Animal Practice and Emergency Medicine. Dr. Watson continues to practice as a Primary Care Practitioner in the field today. He is excited to coordinate DialCare's effort to bring a virtual health program to the homes of pet owners across the nation. He believes this will positively further advance the roll of the veterinarian in not only helping pets but helping their owners too.