{"id":409,"date":"2018-02-26T08:51:24","date_gmt":"2018-02-26T08:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/10.44.205.152\/free-1\/mesmerize\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T20:00:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T20:00:23","slug":"mhc","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/managedhealthconnections.com\/mesmerize\/","title":{"rendered":"Managed Health Connections, Inc. Home Page"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\n\"Logo\"\n\nEquipping clinicians, parents, and caregivers to provide compassionate care for infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) or Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS). Supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, this comprehensive online platform delivers clinician education, decision support, and transitional care tools.\n\n\u00a0<\/span>\n\nLEARN MORE<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\n\"\"\n\nA digital therapeutic for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) that employs a Contingency Management reward model. Delivered via a user-friendly mobile app, it offers convenient on-the-go access. The program integrates with healthcare providers and Electronic Health Records (EHR), and utilizes machine learning to ensure optimal, personalized treatment.\n\nLEARN MORE<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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CUSTOM RESEARCH<\/span><\/h4>\nWe offer customizable solutions to support the development of specific policies, quality improvement methods, and research projects. Our platforms seamlessly integrate with academic and EHR systems, incorporating screenings, Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), and contingency management. Our adaptable content and services are designed to enhance adjunct treatments and drive superior outcomes.\n\nCONTACT US<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Research & Collaborations<\/span><\/h2>\n

Along with our clinical team, we collaborate with several researchers, subject matter experts, and advisors. A few of our current and recent collaborations include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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ADDICTION\n<\/span>\nWashington State University\n<\/span>\nElson S. Floyd College of Medicine<\/span><\/h4>\n

Dr. Sterling McPherson is a leader in Experimental Psychology and Quantitative Methods. He and his team have been lead collaborators on the development of NAS products. Dr. McPherson and Dr. Mike McDonell, a Clinical Psychologist and Professor at the College of Medicine, have also collaborated on Contingency Management solutions to reduce alcohol use.\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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ALZHEIMER\u2019S\n<\/span>\nWashington State University\n<\/span>\nPsychology Department\n<\/span><\/h4>\n

We are a sub-awardee of a Department of Defense grant working with Dr. Maureen Schmitter-Edgecombe to develop EMMA, a digital memory notebook for persons with cognitive impairment. The project also includes a mastery-based training component which supports machine learning to adapt skill lessons to user performance.\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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ADDITONAL COLLABORATIONS<\/span><\/h4>\n

Our experience includes assisting a regional hospital acquire and implement a CMS Innovation grant to reduce hospital mortality and training support related to smoking cessation. Additional projects to support stigma training and implementation of Just-in-Time Adaptive Interventions (JITAIs) with additional collaborators are in the works.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Watch our Founders, Carol and Kim Johnson, discuss their backgrounds in care and how they reframe it as part of their strategy and infrastructure \u2013 leading to the creation of[…]<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRead more\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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A recent Canadian Broadcast Corporation News article spotlights the growing success of contingency management, a reward-based intervention gaining traction in multiple states, including Washington, California, Delaware, and Hawaii, to help[…]<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRead more\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Our Team<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Kim Johnson, MBA<\/span><\/h4>\n

Co-Founder & CEO<\/span><\/p>\n

Over 40 years of experience in new business, technology development, and startups.\u00a0Holds a graduate certificate in Health Promotion from UTHealth Houston. Specialty in creating digital health solutions that treat substance use disorders and improve outcomes in underserved markets.\u00a0 Proven success securing $3M in NIH and CMS funding.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Carol Johnson,<\/span>\nCPA, MBA, RN, BSN, MDiv<\/span><\/h4>\n

Co-Founder & CFO<\/span><\/p>\n

30 years of deep experience in healthcare consulting, non-profit management, and start-ups. Executive Strengths Coach specializing in achieving successful outcomes for executives and teams across diverse industries including non-profits, accounting firms, faith organizations, healthcare, start-ups, real estate, and consulting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Maureen Shogan,<\/span><\/h4>\nMN, RNC\n

Clinical Director<\/span><\/p>\n

Level III NICU, Clinical Nurse Specialist in hospital and healthcare settings, contributing to the advancement of NICU care practices for over 30 years. Active in the Washington State Perinatal Collaborative. Former editor of AWHONN\u2019s Neonatal Orientation Education Program (NOEP). Recognized as a national expert in the care of infants with prenatal drug exposure.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Stacie Kudamatsu,<\/span><\/h4>\nMBA, CSM\n

Director of Marketing<\/span><\/p>\n

Over 20 years of experience building and executing strategies for global and domestic brands. Strong background in digital marketing \u2013 leading the development of integrated paid and organic programs, websites and apps, and measurable strategies. Healthcare vertical experience with provider networks, insurance, and pharmaceuticals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Spencer White, MCS<\/span><\/h4>\n

Digital Health Engineer<\/span><\/p>\n

Lead Software Engineer with a Master\u2019s from the University of Michigan, specializing in Computer Networking and System Software. Formerly a Software Research Engineer and current holder of a U.S. patent. Proud recipient of the Act Six Scholarship\u2014a full-tuition, full-need leadership and academic scholarship\u2014to attend Gonzaga University.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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James Pettit<\/span><\/h4>\n

DevOps Engineer<\/span><\/p>\n

\nOver 15 years of experience in technology with a specialty\u00a0in AWS infrastructure and managing cloud resources.<\/span>\nProficient in PHP, Photoshop, Agile Methodologies, SASS\/CSS, jQuery, and more. Holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science from Eastern Washington University with a strong background in arts and design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Jacob Stevens<\/span><\/h4>\n

Full Stack Software Engineer<\/span><\/p>\n

Well-versed in backend development, SaaS, and security platforms. Skilled in modernizing infrastructure, integrating APIs, and building scalable web tools. Experience leading e-commerce migrations, developing AI-enabled security systems, and supporting startups with custom platforms. Holds a Computer Science degree from Eastern Washington University.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Patrick Thach<\/span><\/h4>\n

Software Solutions Consultant<\/span><\/p>\n

Experienced Software Engineer specializing in secure architecture, maintenance, and regulatory compliance. Provides system design and root cause analysis contributing to HIPAA-compliant platforms using AWS, NodeJs, and GraphQL. Holds multiple technical certifications and is completing an MBA in Information Management.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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