Influential Woman · Healthcare
Minoti Parab, MD, MS, FAAFP
Senior Medical Director - Physical Health
Charlotte, NC 28277
Her Story
About Minoti
Minoti Parab, MD, MS, FAAFP, is a physician executive and managed care leader based in Charlotte, North Carolina. She serves as Senior Medical Director for Physical Health at Alliance Health, where she shapes the clinical direction in utilization management, and medical policy development for a large and complex Medicaid population. With more than 20 years in healthcare, she operates at the intersection of clinical integrity, operational excellence, and system transformation, building data‑driven, scalable solutions that strengthen quality, compliance, and the experience of both patients and providers.
Her career spans direct clinical practice and enterprise‑level leadership. After beginning in family medicine—providing outpatient and telemedicine care—she transitioned into managed care in 2016 to broaden her impact on population health. In prior leadership roles, including at Humana, she oversaw regional medical director teams, led major utilization management initiatives, and developed enterprise tools and dashboards that improved decision‑making, workflow efficiency, and cross‑departmental alignment. Across roles, she has consistently partnered with clinical, regulatory, financial, and operational teams to build stronger, more reliable care delivery systems.
Minoti’s leadership is grounded in systems thinking, innovation, and disciplined execution. She is known for translating complex healthcare challenges into clear workflows, governance structures, and actionable strategies that support regulatory alignment and program integrity. She holds a Doctor of Medicine from University College Dublin, a Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership and Management from The University of Texas at Dallas, and a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Leadership. Purpose‑driven and collaborative, she is committed to advancing healthcare systems that deliver the right care at the right time in a more seamless, effective, and fiscally responsible way.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Minoti
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to building strong relationships both internally and externally. Within my organization, cross-functional collaboration allows me to learn different perspectives, support others, and continue growing, while externally I partner with providers and healthcare professionals to understand their needs and help facilitate meaningful improvements. I focus on open communication, especially in a complex healthcare system where change isn’t always possible due to regulations, and I’ve been fortunate to receive feedback that my efforts have helped support provider success. Ultimately, I’m driven by a commitment to aligning teams around shared goals and improving outcomes for the members and patients we serve.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to lean into the strengths you naturally bring to leadership, such as adaptability, perspective, strong prioritization, and an ability to lead with collaboration. At the same time, be honest about the realities of balancing career and personal life and recognize that priorities shift — but your values don’t. I’ve learned that there is no perfect formula—what matters is making intentional choices that align with your stage of life and being willing to adjust as circumstances change. Growth comes through experience, mentorship, and reflection, and over time you’ll find your own way of integrating your professional goals and personal values in a way that feels sustainable and true to you.
03What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
My core values center on gratitude, humility, and appreciation. As a leader, I try to take a step back, recognize the bigger picture, and remain thankful for where we are, while also understanding that we cannot “boil the ocean” in a complex healthcare system. I’ve learned that meaningful progress often comes from creating positive momentum where you are, rather than trying to fix everything at once, and that focus is key to moving forward. I also value being open to continuous learning and collaboration, as working across perspectives not only strengthens my own growth but reinforces my commitment to building systems that serve patients and providers with integrity and care.
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