Dan began his career in 1980 at Burlington Data Processing (BDP),
which later became IDX Systems Corporation
and was a founding Architect and Engineer of Group Practice Management System (GPMS).


His dedication, persistence and high standards brought GPMS to a robust product that stands the test of time, was a mainstay of the IDX portfolio and continues today within the athenahealth brand.


Providing tremendous functionality, GPMS has had several names throughout its robust and storied history.  Its rich functionality and stability have allowed countless medical practices, hospitals, and billing service organizations throughout the United States to grow and succeed over the last 40 years.


Colleagues and friends remember Dan fondly … sharing that they owe their careers to the product that he designed.  An early riser, he gave countless hours to the development and support of the product.  Teammates recall his car always being the first in the IDX parking lot in the same spot with his  “MORAN”  license plate.  On the surface, Dan was a wonderful curmudgeon whose gruff exterior was usurped by his passion to resolve the problem and deliver a thoughtful solution.  His directness was appreciated by all …  you always knew where you stood with Dan.  His actions spoke louder than his words and was always eager to help, guide and mentor teammates.


His career started with GPMS and in the fall of 2020 he returned to his roots  ---  further developing the product he created.  Dan’s legacy continues.