Franklin Cockerill III

Founding Partner at Trusted Health Advisors

Franklin R. Cockerill III, MD, is the Chief Medical Officer at Decode Health, a healthcare AI company focused on advancing precision medicine through data analytics. He joined Decode Health in September 2022, also taking a seat on the Board of Directors.1 2

Professional Background

Current Roles::

Chief Medical Officer at Decode Health: Cockerill oversees clinical strategies and innovations within the company, which leverages machine learning and AI to enhance healthcare outcomes.1 2
Founding Partner at Trusted Health Advisors: He is involved in healthcare consulting and innovation, providing strategic guidance in various health sectors.1 5

Previous Experience::

CEO and Chief Medical Officer at Analyte Health: Before joining Decode Health, Cockerill led this telehealth company, focusing on improving access to healthcare services.1 2
Chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic: He held significant academic leadership roles, including overseeing laboratory services and pathology at one of the leading medical institutions in the U.S..1 2
President and CEO of Mayo Medical Laboratories: In this role, he was instrumental in advancing laboratory services and diagnostics.1 2

Education and Certifications

Cockerill is board certified in internal medicine, infectious disease, and clinical microbiology. He received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and has held various positions that emphasize his expertise in laboratory services and diagnostic innovation.4 6

Contributions to Healthcare

Cockerill's work at Decode Health involves developing predictive models and clinical decision support tools that utilize genomic data to improve patient outcomes. His vision aligns with Decode's mission to integrate advanced analytics into healthcare practices to foster innovation and enhance health equity.1 3