Jacqueline DeMarco

Jacqueline DeMarco serves as Clinical Lead in Population Health at Independent Health. In this role, she applies strategic clinical perspectives to data evaluation, program development, and quality initiatives that support health outcomes for members in the community. With more than 27 years of experience in nursing, including time in acute hospital care, medical rehabilitation, and health plans, she transitioned to the healthcare insurance industry about 23 years ago after working in inpatient settings. She previously spent 24 years at another local health plan in various roles. DeMarco earned her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Trocaire College in Buffalo, New York, and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from D'Youville College. She has been a Certified Case Manager for about 20 years. Her professional affiliations include the Commission for Case Management, the Alliance of Community Health Plans, the Western New York Prenatal Collaborative, United Way, and the Alzheimer's Association. She attributes her success to a learning mindset, authenticity, adaptability, and intentionality in working toward shared goals that improve clinical outcomes. DeMarco advises young women entering the field to build strong clinical judgment skills, seek mentors, and remain open to innovation in healthcare to improve health outcomes.