Meet the Team
Jaclyn Hull
CEO
Jaclyn Hull
CEO
Jaclyn has been with the organization since 2018 in various COO in Training, Interim CEO and CEO roles. She is passionate about growing teams and hospital culture as well as innovating within care delivery with a concierge approach. Jaclyn graduated from ASU’s W. P. Carey’s School of Business in 2018 with her MBA and MSBA. Jaclyn has been the CEO of Via Linda since the hospital’s opening in 2022.
Dr. Aaron Wilson, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Aaron Wilson, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Wilson is double-board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and brings extensive leadership experience to Via Linda. He has served as President of the Arizona Psychiatric Society and remains actively involved in national and state professional organizations. His commitment to advancing psychiatry and patient care is a cornerstone of his work.
Dr. Satpreet S. Gill, MD
Internal Medicine Director
Claire Romero, DNP
Chief Nursing Officer
Claire Romero, DNP
Chief Nursing Officer
Claire is a Doctor Nurse Practitioner holding degrees in Leadership, Education, and Healthcare Policy. She brings a broad range of experience across the nursing profession involving behavioral health and medical practice. She joined the Via Linda team January 2024 leading the inpatient and Intake nursing personnel with a focus on safety, compliance, and operations.
Tamara Luckett-Cavanaugh
Chief Clinical Officer
Tamara Luckett-Cavanaugh
Chief Clinical Officer
Tamara is an Arizona native with degrees in Psychology and Social Work from Arizona State University. She brings extensive experience across behavioral health, education, child welfare, and tribal government. Since joining the organization in 2013, she has led inpatient, outpatient, and utilization review services with a focus on clinical excellence.
Samuel Jaeckels
Chief Operating Officer in Training
Samuel Jaeckels
Chief Operating Officer in Training
Sam earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University. Since joining UHS in 2018, he has held multiple leadership and clinical roles across behavioral health services. He is passionate about mentorship, professional growth, and operational excellence.
Dr. Chase Crookham, DO
Attending Psychiatrist
Dr. Chase Crookham, DO
Dr. Chase Crookham, DO is a board-certified psychiatrist and an Arizona native with a strong commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care. He has an extensive background in addiction medicine and brings a thoughtful, patient focused approach to the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. His goal is to provide excellent psychiatric care that is collaborative, personalized, and grounded in trust.
Dr. Mehmud Ahmed, MD
Attending Psychiatrist
Dr. Mehmud Ahmed MD, MBBS ,FAPA
Dr. Mehmud Ahmed is a board-certified psychiatrist currently providing comprehensive psychiatric care at Via Linda Hospital and Valley Hospital. He brings extensive experience across inpatient, outpatient, and consultation-liaison psychiatry, with a strong focus on compassionate, evidence-based treatment.
Dr. Ahmed is actively involved in medical education and has taught and mentored medical students from Midwestern University and Creighton University. He is dedicated to collaboration, professionalism, and the training of future physicians committed to high-quality patient care.
Dr. Neet Shah, MD
Attending Psychiatrist
Dr. Neet Shah, MD
Board-certified psychiatrist with comprehensive experience in outpatient, inpatient, and academic psychiatry. Dedicated to evidence-based, patient-centered care with a special interest on treatment-resistant depression, interventional psychiatry, and holistic approaches to mental wellness. Clinical interests include treatment-resistant psychosis and depression, psychopharmacology, and integrative approaches to mood and anxiety disorders.
Anca Margine, PMHNP-BC
IOP
Anca Margine, PMHNP-BC
IOP
Anca is a psychiatric nurse practitioner of European descent with extensive inpatient and outpatient experience treating geriatric, adult, and adolescent populations. Since joining the organization in 2023, she has become one of the primary providers in the Intensive Outpatient Program, where she is known for her approachable style and commitment to inspiring hope, resilience, and meaningful recovery. She approaches care with a strong appreciation for cultural diversity and strives to create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive treatment environment for all patients.
Jewel Spanos
Director of Health Information Management
Jewel Spanos
Director of Health Information Management
Jewel is an Arizona Native, with over thirty years of extensive experience in the management of health information standards of professional practice in long-term care skilled nursing facilities, behavioral health, and substance use specialty hospitals, with an emphasis in HIPAA Privacy and Security implementation, compliance and continuing education training. Opened three Acute Behavioral Health and Substance Use hospitals in the Maricopa County and one in the Pima County. Exceptional knowledge in clinical health information standards of practice, Arizona state regulations, Federal regulations, Joint Commission accreditation, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services [CMS] and Office of Behavioral Health licensing [OBHL] requirements. Proficient at applying quality assurance and quality improvement processes for all aspects of departmental and interdisciplinary operations with a commitment to excel in customer service satisfaction.
Tammy Draggee
Business Office Director
Tammy Draggee
Business Office Director
Tammy Draggee has been with the organization for 14 years. She brings 30 plus years of Health Insurance background. With 15 years’ experience in collections. Strong ethical grounding. Committed to compassionate financial care for patients, families and the community.
Melissa Smith
Director of Risk Management
Melissa Smith
Director of Risk Management
Melissa Smith is a Director of Risk Management with over 12 years of experience in behavioral health, specializing in patient safety, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and staff education. She strives to identify vulnerabilities, strengthen systems, and support teams through clear policy, ethical decision-making, and effective communication. She values accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management to protect both patients and staff.
Emily Pincus
Human Resources Director
Emily Pincus
Human Resources Director
Emily holds an MBA with a focus in Human Resources and is PHR certified. Her professional background spans hospitality, dental education, and retail pharmacy, bringing a well-rounded perspective to HR leadership. Emily is passionate about employee experience, process improvement, and meaningful work.
Enza Lo Cascio
Director of Performance Improvement
Enza Lo Cascio
Director of Performance Improvement
Enza brings over 20 years of experience in mental health, supporting adults and adolescents through career counseling, education planning, and employment services. She has seven years of experience in inpatient care, risk management, and quality improvement. Known for her dedication and leadership, Enza is a collaborative team player committed to continuous improvement.
Marsha Wilson, LPC
Outpatient Director
Marsha Wilson, LPC
Outpatient Director
Marsha Wilson, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the Outpatient Director. In her leadership role, she oversees outpatient clinical programs, ensures high standards of ethical evidence-based care, and supports multidisciplinary teams in delivering effective, client-centered mental health services. Marsha has extensive experience in outpatient treatment, Marsha specializes in the assessment and treatment of complex mental health conditions, program development, and clinical supervision. She is committed to fostering accessible, culturally responsive care while promoting clinical excellence and organizational growth.
Marsha is known for her compassionate leadership style, strong clinical judgment, and dedication to improving mental health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities served by Maricopa County. A unique fact about Marsha is she loves to dance and sing.
Jeff Dickens
Plant Operations Director
Jeff Dickens
Director of Plant Operations
Jeff brings 20+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, with a career spanning Level I–V trauma centers and multiple behavioral health facilities. His broad operational expertise, combined with a strong academic foundation, including degrees from the University of Toledo and Arizona State University, supports a focus on operational resilience, regulatory compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
Luis Bobadilla
Milieu Manager
Luis Bobadilla
Luis joined the mental health field with a strong commitment to breaking the stigma within the Hispanic community surrounding mental health. He previously worked in group home settings, where he built a solid foundation in behavioral health and patient care. Luis has been with Via Linda since its inception and was part of the very first new hire orientation. He is deeply passionate about patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, and is highly goal-driven consistently willing to do whatever it takes to achieve the goals set before him while supporting both patients and staff.
Matt Rodriguez
Patriot Support Program Manager
Elaina Gutierrez
Manager of Dietary Services
Elaina Gutierrez
Manager of Dietary Services
Elaina Gutierrez has over 20 years of food service experience. Through her experience she strives to create a nourishing, safe and organized environment. Elaina is passionate about maintaining health standards to ensure that the dietary department provides a well nourished menu to help with patient care.
Deanna Piedrahita, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager & Infection Control Nurse
Deanna Piedrahita, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager & Infection Control Nurse
Deanna holds degrees in Psychology and Nursing and has advanced her nursing career into leadership roles including Preceptor and House Supervisor. She is recognized for her strong leadership, compassionate patient care, and commitment to quality improvement. Deanna is dedicated to team development and maintaining the highest standards of care.
Paola Gaudioso, BSN, RN
Intake Nurse Supervisor
Paola Gaudioso, BSN, RN
Intake Nurse Supervisor
Paola is a registered nurse with 14 years of mental health experience and over 10 years of inpatient intake for UHS. Recognized as a trusted leader among peers, Paola is passionate about guiding patients through difficult moments while ensuring efficient, compassionate, and high-quality care from the first point of contact.
Rose Gonzales
Patient Advocate
Rose Gonzales
Patient Advocate
Rose Gonzales is a patient advocate and social work student who is deeply committed to mental health, equity, and compassionate care. Balancing full-time work and academic life, she brings lived experience, empathy, and strong ethical grounding to everything she does. Her passion lies in amplifying patient voices and using trauma-informed care, psychology, and advocacy to create meaningful, lasting change for individuals and families.
