Angelina Fiore

Angelina Fiore serves as a surgery scheduler at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she has worked for about 20 years in various departments before returning to her current role two years ago. Her career path was influenced by her mother, a nurse, leading her to pursue a different avenue in healthcare to serve patients without becoming a nurse herself. Fiore earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of La Verne and a master's degree in public administration with an emphasis in healthcare management from Grand Canyon University. She is currently enrolled in a master's program in library and science, which she began two months ago and expects to complete in about two years, potentially leading to a part-time role in a new direction of serving people. In addition to her scheduling duties, Fiore has held roles in patient safety and as a patient service representative in post-kidney transplant, and she previously spent seven years in weight loss surgery preparing patients for procedures. She acts as a floor captain and has served as a Patient Experience Ambassador, roles that involve training new staff, implementing team changes, and ensuring consistent positive patient interactions. Fiore has received a Patient Experience Award and standing ovations from peers for her contributions. She attributes her success to dedication, recognizing the importance of her work, and exemplifying strong leadership from her managers. Her values center on commitment, keeping one's word, dedication, being there for people, and communication. Outside of work, she volunteered at Planned Parenthood in the past. Fiore advises young women entering the field to remain dedicated and determined, serve people with commitment, and persist through challenges while continuing to learn each day as a new start.