Dr. Malone, M.D., FACOG, is a distinguished physician with over 25 years of experience spanning clinical medicine, healthcare consulting, and research. Her dynamic career exemplifies the intersection of clinical excellence and innovative healthcare research.
Dr. Malone began her medical journey as a Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist in a large multi-specialty clinic, where she demonstrated exceptional practice-building skills by growing her patient base from zero to a full practice within five years. This early success set the foundation for her expansive career in healthcare. Her expertise led to a role as an external physician consultant for a major healthcare payer, where she provided critical insights on clinical care protocols, peer review processes, and physician credentialing. This position allowed her to influence healthcare delivery and quality assurance at a systemic level. In her transition to medical research, Dr. Malone served on a cross-functional team at a medical device company, where she played a pivotal role in developing research documentation that achieved global regulatory approval. This experience bridged her clinical knowledge with regulatory requirements, contributing to the advancement of medical devices worldwide.
Currently, Dr. Malone serves as the Medical Officer and Program Manager for ICA’s Real-World Evidence (RWE) team. In this leadership role, she drives the development and implementation of innovative methodologies to investigate crucial safety and effectiveness questions using real-world data. Her work at ICA has significant public health implications, as the evidence generated by her team directly influences healthcare decisions affecting the U.S. population.
Throughout her career, Dr. Malone has demonstrated exceptional ability to navigate complex healthcare landscapes while maintaining a focus on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based approaches. Her work continues to shape the intersection of clinical practice, research methodology, and public health policy.