Adrian has served KHS in several capacities as Staff Accountant, HR Specialist, and Personnel Coordinator.  With more than 25 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and managing human resources, she brings the client  detail-oriented assurance with a caring personality.  The KHS clients value Adrian’s creative approach to managing the full human resources spectrum.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Financial Management, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Professional/Civic Organizations

Society of Human Resources Managers (SHRM)
Birmingham Society of Human Resources Managers (BSHRM)

Presentation and Publication Topics

Team Building, Personality Assessments, and Management Styles

Personal Areas of Interest

Adrian enjoys the simple things: traveling, shopping, walking, biking, completing crossword puzzles, gardening, and painting.  You will always find her visiting and helping seniors and attending children activities at church or school.  She values charity by giving back and meeting true needs.

Marti directs all Accounts Receivable functions of the Revenue Cycle team for Kassouf Healthcare Solutions. She has over 30 years’ experience with both private practice and corporate revenue cycle management. Marti possesses an overall knowledge of practice workflows and provides solutions for greater staff efficiency and increased collections.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Jacksonville State University – 1987

Professional/Civic Organizations

Medical Group Management Association – Alabama and Birmingham Chapters

Personal Areas of Interest

Marti enjoys reading, decorating, and leading women’s Bible studies.

As Procurement and Administrative Coordinator. Anna manages all account payables and supply ordering for the company’s clients. She also coordinates the company administrative operations and leads the company’s social committee.

Education and Certifications

Associate’s Degree in Applied Health Sciences in Radiography, Jefferson State Community College
Registered Technologist of Radiography
Bachelor of Science, Birmingham-Southern College
Certified Procure to Pay Manager, Institute of Financial Management
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, National Health Association

Professional/Civic Organizations

Institute of Finance and Management  – Member
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Registered Technologist
American Society of Radiologic Technologists – Member
National Healthcareer Association – Member
Medical Group Management Association –Alabama and Birmingham Chapters

Personal Areas of Interest

Anna is married with two children. When she’s not busy with other activities, she enjoys baking, reading, and working in her yard.

Jessica has over 13 years of experience in healthcare and physician practice management. She provides in-depth knowledge in practice startups and operational details for Kassouf Healthcare Solutions. Jessica implements and supports our clients’ practice management and electronic health records software and hardware. She is proficient in the daily activities of the client practices and provides comprehensive training programs for employees and clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Marketing, The University of Alabama – 2008
Masters of Science in Health Administration, The University of Alabama at Birmingham – 2011

Professional/Civic Organizations

Medical Group Management Association – National, Alabama and Birmingham Chapters
American Academy of Ophthalmology Executives
American Society of Retina Specialists
American Academy of Pediatrics

Personal Areas of Interest

Jessica enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and three sons.

As the Executive Director, Jeff oversees the entire direction and business strategy for the company and its clients.  With more than 30 years of healthcare experience in Fortune 500 companies to small physician owned practices, he has a unique perspective to healthcare operations and business.  Jeff’s obsession with servant-leadership for his staff and clients sets the tone for how Kassouf Healthcare Solutions provides its services.

Education

Jeff earned his MBA from the Brock School of Business at Samford University and is part of the Adjunct Faculty and Executive Education Staff.  He received his Bachelor’s degree in Sports Medicine from MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, KS.  He is a retired Certified Athletic Trainer with the National Athletic Trainers Association.

Professional/Civic Organizations

Samford University Cumberland School of Law Health Policy and Law Advisory Board – Board Member
Hoover City Schools Robert Finley Committee on Character Education and Foundation – Past Chairman, Board Member
MGMA – Member

Presentation and Publication Topics

“Labeling versus Understanding: News, Views, Opinions or Facts?” Social Science Learning Education Journal, May 2016.

“Brauna Technologies- Code Name: Patriot”  Journal of Academic Administration in Higher Education, 2014.

“The Attractive Nuisance: A Model To Prevent Workplace Distractions” Presented at the Academic Business World International Conference. May 2012. Nashville, TN. Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, Vol. 5, No. 2, Summer 2013.

“I-AM Quotient For Impression Management – A Guide To Appearance and Behavior For Young Professionals” American Journal of Business Research American Institute of Higher Education. May 2012 (5:1)

“The Freedom Cup” North American Case Research Association (NACRA). Case presented October 2007.

Personal Areas of Interest

In his rare spare time, Jeff enjoys gourmet cooking and participating in any outdoor sport.  He is an avid reader of history.

Wes specializes in accounting, tax and consulting services to small businesses with an emphasis on physician practices and practice management. Areas of specialty include emerging businesses, business operations, accounts receivable, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures

Education

Bachelor of Science, Auburn University – 1987

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – 1990
Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) – 2004
Accredited Business Valuation Specialist (ABV) – 2006

Professional/Civic Organizations

Alabama Society of CPAs
National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts
American Institute of CPAs
Birmingham Chapter of the Alabama Society of CPAs
Shades Valley Rotary Club

Presentation and Publication Topics

Starting a New Practice
Employee benefits
Annual Checkup for Your Practice
Benchmarking key performance indicators
Internal controls
Provider Credentialing
Fraud detection and prevention
Ancillary Services Profitability

Personal Areas of Interest

Wes enjoys spending time with his family, serving his church, and golfing.

Gerard specializes in accounting, tax and consulting services to small businesses with an emphasis of physician practices and other professional firms. He provides individuals with tax and financial planning and related estate planning and estate administration services. Areas of specialty include contract negotiations, compensation arrangements, entity selection, business operations, accounts receivable, retirement plan design, insurance and educational fund planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science, University of Alabama, 1975
Master of Arts, University of Alabama, 1976
Master of Tax Accounting, University of Alabama, 1980

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – 1978
AICPA Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) – 1990
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) – 1992
Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP®) – 1999

Professional/Civic Organizations

American Institute of CPAs, Alabama Society of CPAs, Estate Planning Council of Birmingham, American Health Lawyers Association, Rotary Club of Birmingham, Medical Group Management Association of Alabama and Birmingham Chapter, Affiliated Healthcare Advisors, American Institute on Federal Taxation, Birmingham Museum of Art Asian Art Society

Presentation and Publication Topics

Benchmarking and key performance indicators
Contract negotiation and compensation issues
Retirement plan design and implementation
Starting a new medical practice
Navigating through the Stark regulations
Operating a medical practice profitably
Tax issues affecting high income individuals
Estate planning and administration
Consulting issues for CPAs in healthcare
IRA contribution and distribution rules
Strategic Planning