Uniontown, OH – May 19, 2025 – Vikki DiGennaro, DO, Chief Executive Officer of Pioneer Physicians Network, has co-authored a pivotal study published in JAMA Health Forum that highlights persistent gender pay disparities among physicians, even in value-based care models that focus on patient outcomes.

The study, titled “Gender Differences in Physician Earnings and Outcomes Under Value-Based Payment”, found that women physicians earn significantly less than men, despite providing care that results in similar or better patient outcomes. These disparities remain even after adjusting for specialty, years of experience, and performance metrics.

“As a family physician and healthcare leader, I see how critical it is to align compensation with performance and patient outcomes, not gender,” said Dr. DiGennaro. “This research underscores the need to correct long-standing inequities in our healthcare system.”

Dr. DiGennaro brings both clinical expertise and leadership experience to the conversation. As CEO of Pioneer Physicians Network, the largest physician-owned primary care group in Northeast Ohio, she has led efforts to implement value-based care models that promote quality, collaboration, and provider satisfaction.

Pioneer Physicians Network includes more than 90 providers across over 20 locations in Summit, Stark, and Medina counties. The organization continues to advance healthcare by focusing on innovation, equity, and improved patient outcomes.

About Pioneer Physicians Network
Pioneer Physicians Network is a physician-owned and led organization committed to delivering exceptional primary care. Through collaborative practices and a focus on long-term wellness, Pioneer helps ensure better health for the communities it serves.