Meet the Team

Our team is committed to creating a new culture of safety in health care for Texas by challenging traditional thinking to eliminate preventable harm. We are focused on reducing medical errors and assuring Texans receive the highest quality of health care through extensive education, community outreach initiatives and quality improvement programs.

Jeff Beeson

DO, FACEP, FAEMS

Interim EVP, Health Systems

Emergency Physician with 25 years of interprofessional practice starting as an Emergency Medical Technician working in rural settings, a Paramedic and Registered Nurse in Emergency Departments and Air Medical programs, to becoming an Emergency Physician whose passion lies in improving health care systems. A recognized leader in Integrated Health care Delivery focused on inter-professional teams in top-of-licensure practices that are changing the landscape for population health.

Justin Burton

MBA, BSN, RN, CPPS, CPHQ, NE-BC

Director,
SaferCare Texas

Justin is a Registered Nurse with over 18 years of hospital experience including critical care, transplant, neuroscience, data analytics, quality improvement and Risk/Patient safety. Justin has been recognized as a leader, educator, and innovator who utilizes creativity and experience to drive project management, process improvement, and patient safety.

Jennifer Barrow

MSN, CPPS

Clinical Executive

Jennifer is a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of hospital experience including emergency services, pediatrics, outpatient surgical services, Risk/Patient safety, and quality improvement. Jennifer is dedicated to improving the quality and safety of health care through inspiring and continuous process improvement efforts, professional experience, and transformational leadership. Jennifer aims to collaborate with health care leaders to keep patient safety the top priority and ensure the highest quality care is delivered to our community.

Leslie Allsopp

MSN, MPH, PhD

Asthma 411 Faculty Partner, Assistant Professor

Dr. Allsopp’s area of focus is Asthma 411, a comprehensive evidence-based program that equips school nurses with the necessary training and resources to quickly respond to a child in respiratory distress.

Karen Ayala

BS in Public Health

Community Health Worker

Karen Ayala is a dedicated community health worker at Safer Care Texas and HSC’s Center for Older Adults. Ayala’s role in HSC’s House Calls Program allows her to provide resources to rural adult populations, acting as a bridge of communication between them and their health care providers. Ayala offers older adult populations invaluable support to enhance their quality of life.

Leslie Reyna

MSW, CHW

Assistant Director of Strategy and Outreach

Leslie Reyna is a higher education professional with over four years of experience developing effective communication strategies. Reyna holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications and a master’s in Social Work, specializing in Community and Administrative Practice. She believes advocacy is the foundation of social work practice and that education is the tool for community growth and empowerment.

Molly O'Brien

BA in Public Relations

Business Coordinator

Molly O’Brien’s passion for patient safety began when she worked with older adult populations. O’Brien worked in long-term care facilities and private home care, acting as the liaison between patients and their loved ones. Her attention to detail and skill set make her an essential team member, as she oversees day-to-day activities and supports the SaferCare Texas team.

Juana Escobedo Bermudez

BS in Public Health

Community Health Worker

Juana Escobedo Bermudez is an experienced Community Health Worker, with over 7 years of combined clinical and public health experience. Bermudez holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Health and is pursuing her master’s degree in Health Care Informatics. Bermudez supports the Asthma 411 program and is committed to providing resources to school districts focusing on a Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child framework