Dr. Vandhana Kiswani-Barley

I was born and raised in Jamaica and moved to the United States 23 years ago. My upbringing continues to shape my values, my leadership style, and my commitment to serving communities that are often overlooked or underserved. I am a triple board‑certified physician in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Pain Management. My career has focused on advancing health equity and building care models that honor the dignity of every patient. Before my most recent role, I served as Chief Medical Officer for a Federally Qualified Health Center in rural Iowa, where I worked closely with underserved and indigent populations to expand access to high‑quality, culturally grounded primary care. Most recently, I served as the Executive Director of Health and Human Services and Chief Medical Officer ...