We’re passionate about helping independent practice thrive
Why Trusted Doctors Alliance?
Trusted Doctors Alliance (TDA) is a physician-led community created to support the financial health and long-term sustainability of independent practices. If you're tired of navigating overhead costs alone — or settling for subpar vendor deals — you're not alone. TDA exists to change that. Our mission isn’t to maximize profits, but to maximize savings for members. Our approach simply focuses on what’s essential so more stays where it belongs - with the physicians who care for patients.
Sandy Chung, MD, FAAP, FACHE
President
Dr. Sandy Chung leads the Trusted Doctors Alliance (TDA), a newly formed network dedicated to empowering independent medical practices. As President, she drives the alliance’s vision to support physician-led practices through reducing the crushing overhead practices face by collective bargaining and collaborative purchasing—all while preserving the autonomy and integrity of independent care. TDA was created in response to the growing challenges faced by small and mid-sized practices, and Dr. Chung brings decades of experience advocating for sustainable, community-based healthcare models.
Michael Martin, MD, FAAP
Medical Director
Dr. Martin is a dedicated leader in independent pediatric practice with over 20 years of experience in clinical care, practice management, research, and advocacy. After leading operations at a mid-sized pediatric group, he founded Einstein Pediatrics, which he has successfully run for over a decade. His clinical work is strengthened by more than 15 years of vaccine-focused research and over a decade of leadership with the Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, including serving as president during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Martin’s deep experience in practice operations, research, and policy drives his commitment to keeping clinical integrity—not corporate interest—at the center of purchasing decisions. He is passionate about strengthening independent practices and preserving their ability to provide exceptional, evidence-based care to children and families.
Danielle Poles
Director of Operations
Danielle brings a strategic, hands-on approach to empowering independent pediatric practices. She leads vendor partnerships, system rollouts, and workflow enhancements that improve efficiency and long-term sustainability. With a strong foundation in implementation, data governance, and product testing, she brings big-picture goals to life by developing thoughtful onboarding experiences, improving day-to-day usability, and helping teams navigate change with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
She’s deeply committed to helping independent pediatric practices not just survive, but truly thrive—making sure they have the support, tools, and partnerships they need to stay strong.
Sherryl Terry, CMPE, CPSP
Director of Practice Relations
Sherryl brings over 20 years of experience in medical practice administration and senior leadership. Over the course of her career, she has led the onboarding of cardiology groups into large healthcare systems and served as the administrator for mid-sized to large practices in neurosurgery, cardiology, and pediatrics. Most recently she served as Chief Financial Officer for Trusted Doctors, a network of independent yet integrated pediatric practices with locations across multiple states.
Before entering healthcare administration, Sherryl built a strong foundation in finance through her work in accounting firms and CPA offices.
“We created Trusted Doctors Alliance because we believe in the future of independent practice. We understand its challenges—because we live them—and we’re here to build something stronger, together.”
— Dr. Michael Martin, Medical Director, Trusted Doctors Alliance