Profile: Patricia Colella

Meet Patricia Colella

Bridging Healthcare Innovation at University Hospitals

In our latest member spotlight series, we're featuring Patricia Colella, a healthcare innovation leader who's transforming patient care through technology and strategic partnerships.

The Professional Path

As Lead Innovation Strategist at UH Ventures, the innovation and commercialization arm of University Hospitals, Patricia orchestrates programs that connect healthcare innovation with community impact. Her work includes spearheading the SportsLand™ platform and creating bridges between UH's resources and Northeast Ohio's innovation ecosystem to advance human performance, healthtech, and wellness solutions.

"Each day is dynamic and focused on meaningful impact to our patients and community," Patricia shares. "From managing large-scale events to fostering strategic partnerships, every initiative aims to cultivate a culture of collaboration and patient-centered innovation."

From Home Care to Healthcare Innovation

Patricia's journey into tech took an enlightening path through private-duty home care, giving her invaluable insights into patient needs. "My experience in patient care provided me with a unique perspective that now influences how I approach technology solutions," she reflects. This combination of healthcare expertise and tech innovation allows her to develop solutions that genuinely impact people's lives.

Innovation Insights

When discussing underappreciated trends in tech, Patricia emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being. "While tech is often seen as solely functional, emerging tools can enhance personal health journeys and team dynamics in meaningful ways," she explains. Through initiatives like SportsLand™, she's working to highlight how technology can support comprehensive wellness and performance enhancement.

Beyond the Code

A proud Cleveland native, Patricia maintains deep connections to her Italian heritage through meaningful family traditions. "I'm passionate about keeping our cultural heritage alive by making homemade food and wine with my grandparents, who immigrated from Italy and are now in their 90s," she shares. This creative, family-rooted pastime provides a perfect balance to her innovative work in healthcare technology.

When she's not orchestrating healthcare innovation initiatives, you might find Patricia at Gypsy Coffee, likely followed by a stop at Brewnuts for a sweet treat. Her commitment to both preserving cultural traditions and advancing healthcare innovation exemplifies the diverse perspectives driving Ohio's tech community forward.

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Learn more about Patricia’s work by connecting with her on LinkedIn.