SRC’s leadership works directly with the advisory and review committees of each medical specialty to develop standards that govern their respective accreditation programs and outcomes databases.
Gary M. Pratt
Chief Executive Officer
Vice Chairman, Board of Directors
Gary Pratt assisted in the startup of SRC and has served as CEO since its inception in 2003. He has spent a majority of his career in the healthcare and information technology industries, successfully launching seven companies and selling four of them. Mr. Pratt also served as a partner in the nation’s sixth-largest accounting firm and president of a division of Waste Management, a Fortune 500 company. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, with a degree in business administration.
Neil E. Hutcher, MD, FACS
Chief Medical Officer and Vice President, Clinical Quality and Compliance
Chairman, Board of Directors
Neil Hutcher is an accomplished surgeon and a widely recognized leader in the advancement of surgical specialties, especially as it relates to patient education and advocacy on the federal and state levels. He began practicing medicine in Richmond in 1973 and, prior to joining SRC, held the position of Managing Director at Commonwealth Surgeons. Dr. Hutcher has served as Chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital and Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at both the Medical College of Virginia and McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center. He is also a past president of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Hutcher received his undergraduate degree from the University of Richmond and his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia, where he also completed a residency in general surgery and specialty fellowship training in transplant surgery.
Michael T. Hartney, JD
General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Affairs
Member, Board of Directors
Michael Hartney has more than 30 years of legal experience representing clients in matters related to healthcare and corporate law and associated litigation. Prior to joining SRC, he served as the company’s outside legal counsel. Through his private practice, Mr. Hartney previously served as legal counsel for the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery for eight years. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois, his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of San Diego School of Law and is a member of the California State Bar.
Teri Burd-Hagwood
Director
As a Director, Teri Burd-Hagwood is a member of SRC’s senior management team responsible for leading and governing the direction of the company. She also manages SRC’s Information Technology department and oversees software product development, process improvement and data security. Her extensive background as a database analyst has been integral in positioning SRC as a leader in the development of innovative patient outcomes databases. Ms. Burd-Hagwood received her bachelor’s degree from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina.
Alex Waychoff
Director
Director, Alex Waychoff leads SRC’s sales and new business development efforts, playing a key role in expanding sources of revenue and forging strategic partnerships. As part of SRC’s senior management team, she helps shape the company’s growth trajectory and vision.
Prior to joining SRC, Ms. Waychoff spent over a decade in the medical device industry, working closely with doctors, hospitals, and pharmaceutical companies. Her deep industry knowledge and experience in client relations allow her to build strong, lasting partnerships with prospective accreditation program applicants, helping them navigate the accreditation process and realize the value of SRC’s programs.
Ms. Waychoff holds a bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania.
Michelle Elder
Director
Michelle Elder, a Chicago native, brings over 15 years of diverse marketing experience to SRC. Her career spans roles at New York’s Ford Model Management, various e-commerce businesses, and restaurant groups. In addition to her marketing expertise, she is a skilled graphic designer. Ms. Elder earned her bachelor’s degree from The Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago.
As Director, Ms. Elder is part of SRC’s senior management team, helping guide the company’s strategic direction. She also leads the Marketing and Communications department, overseeing all activities related to strengthening SRC’s corporate brand. A seasoned marketing and creative strategist, Ms. Elder and her team manage social media, email and digital marketing campaigns, SEO, lead generation, analytics, graphic design, and website development. She collaborates closely with the Designee Marketing and Business Development teams to ensure a cohesive environment for SRC-accredited providers and their patients.
