Leadership
Swift Institute’s leadership team brings together experienced physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing patient care across every specialty. With a shared commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration, our leaders guide the organization in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to the communities we serve.
At Swift Institute, our orthopedic surgeons, spine surgeons, and neurosurgeons work alongside nonsurgical physicians so the patient receives a comprehensive and honest diagnosis before surgery is considered. With physical therapy, hand therapy, and imaging, you can be certain that you are receiving the most complete care possible.

James J. Lynch, MD, FACS, FAANS
Chairman, President, and Founder of Swift Institute
Dr. James Lynch is the Chairman, President, and Founder of Swift Institute — a multidisciplinary private practice that provides value-based specialty care and services for its patients.
James J. Lynch, MD, FACS, FAANS
Chairman, President, and Founder of Swift Institute
Dr. James Lynch is the Chairman, President, and Founder of Swift Institute — a multidisciplinary private practice that provides value-based specialty care and services for its patients.

Jake Hargis, MPH
Chief Executive Officer
Since joining the team in 2017, Jake has been one of the driving forces behind the company’s strategic and operational success.
Jake Hargis, MPH
Chief Executive Officer
Since joining the team in 2017, Jake has been one of the driving forces behind the company’s strategic and operational success.

Emil Yankov, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Emil Yankov serves as the Chief Operating Officer​ for Swift Institute.
Emil Yankov, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Emil Yankov serves as the Chief Operating Officer​ for Swift Institute.

Marissa Colbert
Chief Financial Officer
Marissa Colbert
Chief Financial Officer

Christina Ghiggeri
Director of Human Resources and Community Engagement
Christina Ghiggeri holds the role of Director of Human Resources and Community Engagement at Swift Institute, bringing her expertise to the organization.
Christina Ghiggeri
Director of Human Resources and Community Engagement
Christina Ghiggeri holds the role of Director of Human Resources and Community Engagement at Swift Institute, bringing her expertise to the organization.

Bill Daley
Director of Business Development
Bill Daley is a seasoned professional with a background in healthcare and business management.
Bill Daley
Director of Business Development
Bill Daley is a seasoned professional with a background in healthcare and business management.

Matthew Kimber, PT, DPT
Director of Ancillary Services
Matthew Kimber, PT, DPT
Director of Ancillary Services

Lonna Scott
Director of Patient Access
Lonna Scott serves as Clinic Operations Manager and oversees the scheduling departments and electronic medical records for Swift Institute.
Lonna Scott
Director of Patient Access
Lonna Scott serves as Clinic Operations Manager and oversees the scheduling departments and electronic medical records for Swift Institute.

Kiley Rasmussen
Manager of Personal Injury
Kiley Rasmussen is the Personal Injury Manager at Swift Institute, bringing over four years of experience in personal injury case management and three years of prior experience as a paralegal.
Kiley Rasmussen
Manager of Personal Injury
Kiley Rasmussen is the Personal Injury Manager at Swift Institute, bringing over four years of experience in personal injury case management and three years of prior experience as a paralegal.

Kayleigh Brewster
Manager of Worker’s Compensation
She currently serves as the Manager of the Worker’s Compensation Department.
Kayleigh Brewster
Manager of Worker’s Compensation
She currently serves as the Manager of the Worker’s Compensation Department.

