Solution Allied Healthcare Institute

The people behind a stronger pathway.

Meet the leaders whose experience in healthcare, education, and student support shapes the Solution Allied Healthcare Institute journey.

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President & CEO

Dorothy Britton

Healthcare leadership

Dorothy is a veteran healthcare executive, founder, and CEO with over 40 years of healthcare experience and 18 years of successful business ownership. Backed by an MBA in Healthcare Administration, she has built and scaled a high-performing healthcare service organization specializing in care coordination, home health services, chronic disease management, and client advocacy. Under her leadership, the company has achieved a 93% service utilization rate, 96% customer satisfaction, and 87% employee satisfaction—demonstrating strong operational efficiency, client loyalty, and team engagement.

Measurable value and growth

Dorothy's organization consistently delivers measurable value through data-driven care models and culturally responsive service delivery, contributing to high client retention and referral growth. Financially stable and poised for expansion, the company is currently exploring strategic investment opportunities to broaden its geographic footprint, enhance digital infrastructure, and diversify service offerings.

Workforce development

Dorothy has expanded the company's mission to include an educational and workforce development component focused on preparing individuals for entry-level positions within the healthcare industry. This strategic expansion reflects her commitment to addressing workforce shortages while creating meaningful career pathways for individuals seeking opportunities in healthcare.

Community impact

Dorothy remains committed to fostering programs that not only support industry needs, but opportunities for economic advancement, long-term career growth, and positive community impact.

Program Director

Virgena Saunders

Healthcare education

Virgena Saunders is a dynamic healthcare educator and program leader dedicated to shaping the next generation of allied health professionals. With a career grounded in clinical experience and elevated through her work in higher education, she brings a powerful blend of compassion, innovation, and student-centered leadership to every space she serves.

Program leadership

As a Program Director in higher education, Virgena oversees multiple allied health programs, driving initiatives that expand access, strengthen academic quality, and prepare students for meaningful careers in today's evolving healthcare landscape. She is known for transforming challenges into opportunities—building strong community partnerships, elevating curriculum design, and championing learning environments where every student feels seen, supported, and capable of success.

Clinical foundation

Before stepping into academic leadership, Virgena worked as a Certified Medical Assistant in hematology, where she supported complex clinical procedures and mentored new professionals entering the field. This hands-on experience fuels her belief that education is not just about technical skill, but about confidence, purpose, and the courage to grow.

Lifelong learning

Virgena continues to advance her own education in healthcare sciences, modeling lifelong learning and the pursuit of excellence. She is committed to strengthening the healthcare workforce pipeline, expanding opportunities for diverse learners, and inspiring future professionals to lead with empathy and integrity.

Service and impact

Driven by a passion for service and a deep belief in the power of education to change lives, Virgena brings energy, vision, and heart to every student, colleague, and community she encounters.

Executive Administrator

Alana Welch

Adaptability and early career

Alana Welch is a resilient and dedicated professional whose journey reflects adaptability, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. After earning her GED, she began her career as a mail carrier in Delaware County. There, she quickly mastered the demands of the role and demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. This early experience highlighted her ability to thrive in new environments and prepared her for the next chapter of her career.

Human services leadership

Driven by a passion for service, Alana transitioned into the Human Services field in 2019, joining Elwyn as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Over the course of four years, she advanced into a supervisory role, where she led teams, administered client services, and ensured that support was delivered with responsibility, compassion, and timeliness. In this role, she strengthened her leadership, organizational, and communication skills while consistently fostering positive outcomes for clients and their families.

Continued growth

Alana embraces the dynamics of innovation and values collaboration, always seeking opportunities. She then attended college, where she pursued her degree and expanded her knowledge to make meaningful contributions to her work. With a strong foundation in Human Services, she has also pursued growth in the field of drug and alcohol services, interviewing, and counseling. She currently serves as the Executive Administrator at Solution Allied Healthcare Institute and the Executive Assistant at Solution On Call Services. Her goal is to apply her critical thinking, analytical skills, and compassionate approach to strengthening relationships with clients, caregivers, and her community, while continuing to develop her expertise and professionalism within the field.

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