Melody Danko-Holsomback

Melody Danko-Holsomback is a highly accomplished healthcare executive with over 30 years of clinical and operational experience spanning frontline nursing, provider roles, and executive leadership. She brings a unique perspective on the challenges and successes encountered at every level of healthcare, from direct patient care to organizational strategy. Melody’s leadership style combines high expectations with practical support for both people and processes, fostering environments where innovation and excellence in care can thrive.

Currently serving as Vice President of Education at the National Association of ACOs (NAACOS), Melody leverages her expertise in value-based care and accountable care organizations (ACOs) to advance educational initiatives and professional development programs for healthcare organizations. She has led successful MSSP ACO operations, provider engagement, analytics, quality reporting, and integration efforts, consistently promoting strategies that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Her work emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and empowering others to navigate complex healthcare systems effectively.

Melody’s commitment to lifelong learning is evident through her completion of a Master of Science in Adult Health Nursing at Wilkes University, along with certifications in functional medicine and ongoing professional development initiatives. Passionate about holistic and evidence-based approaches to care, she actively supports colleagues, emerging healthcare leaders, and immigrant professionals in their career growth. Melody’s mission is to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare education and operations, creating a foundation for high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Wilkes University - MS

• Centers for Outcomes Research Evaluation (CORE)
• NQF
• NAACOs
• Geisinger Health