Zamora Parrill
Planning and Architecture for Health
Firm Profile
Core Capability
Zamora Parrill supports Tribal Nations in exercising sovereignty over their healthcare systems by aligning community priorities, governance decisions, and federal funding pathways.
Our work includes:
- Health Service Master Planning
- Strategic Capital Planning
- Program Justification Documents (PJD)
- Program of Requirements (POR)
- Site Selection & Evaluation Reports (SSER)
What We Do Differently
- Principal-led engagement-
Direct involvement of senior professionals throughout—no delegation
- Planning tied to execution- We connect strategy, operations, and federal requirements into a single path forward
- Deep experience in Tribal and IHS systems- We understand how to navigate and leverage federal processes while maintaining Tribal priorities
- Continuity from vision to approval- We remain engaged through planning, documentation, and agency review
Who We Work With
- Tribal Governments and Health Boards
- Tribal Health Organizations
- Indian Health Service (IHS)
- Owner’s Representative Teams
Leadership
Carmen Zamora, MPH
Healthcare planner with 20+ years supporting Tribal health systems, governance-aligned planning, and Joint Venture documentation. Known for aligning clinical operations, capital planning, and Tribal priorities into actionable strategies.
Max Parrill, ACHA
Board-certified healthcare architect with 20+ years delivering Tribal and IHS facilities from planning through construction, ensuring alignment between program, funding, and built outcomes.
Engagement Approach
We provide focused, high-value support that helps Tribal Nations:
- Define and advance healthcare systems on their own terms
- Align facilities with long-term governance and operational goals
- Move projects from vision to implementation with clarity and control