Jean A. Thompson, MBA, FACMPE
Chief Executive Officer

Jean Thompson has been with Consultants in Gastroenterology and The Endoscopy Centers since inception.  She holds a Bachelors of Science in Organizational Management Leadership, a Masters in Business Administration and is a Fellow in the American College of Medical Practice Executives.  Jean is responsible for the strategic planning and day to day operations of the organization and together with her team uses a patient centered focus for her decision making and practice operations. 

She is active and has served in leadership positions in the Medical Group Managers Association, Medical Group Managers – Missouri, Greater Kansas City Medical Managers, and Northland Medical Managers.

Outside of her professional interests, Jean loves to travel, read, cook, walk and spend time with her family and friends.

Leslie Ojeda
Director of Operations

As the Director of Operations for Consultants in Gastroenterology, P.C., Leslie is based out of the Business Office located in Independence, Missouri.  Since joining Consultants in Gastroenterology, P.C. in August of 1993, Leslie has been responsible for developing Human Resources practices and objectives for the organization and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Business Office, Health Information and Front Office departments.

She is a member of the Greater Kansas City Medical Managers Association and Missouri Medical Group Management Association.

When she has time outside of her professional commitment, she enjoys reading—especially mystery novels, walking and spending time with her family.

Cheryl Pistone RN, MA, MBA
Director of Clinical Services

Cheryl Pistone joined Consultants in Gastroenterology and The Endoscopy Centers in September, 1995. She has been a nurse for 28 years starting her career in the US Navy in San Diego as a medical surgical nurse. She worked in critical care for several years before moving on to various management positions.  She received a BSN from the University of Tulsa in 1981, a MA in Healthcare Administration in 1998 and a MBA in 1999 from Webster University.  She is an active member of SGNA and has spoken at the national conference on several occasions.

When she is not at work she enjoys ringing bells in the bell choir and keeping up with her children.