Judith Kunisch

Health System Business Expert

Judith Kunisch is the former Vice President of Medical Strategies at a Fortune 100 insurer, and former director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Healthcare Leadership program at Yale University.

About

Judith Kunisch is a healthcare strategist, executive leader, and educator with extensive experience in healthcare economics, operations, and reform. A former Vice President of Medical Strategies at a Fortune 100 insurer, she also directed the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Healthcare Leadership program at Yale University. Kunisch has served on boards for public and private organizations, including the Donaghue Medical Research Foundation and the Connecticut Partnership for Patient Safety, which she co-founded.

An advocate for systemic change, Kunisch has co-authored peer-reviewed articles, presented at national conferences, and been recognized with the Robert U. Massey, MD Award for Distinguished Service. Through her work, she blends expertise with actionable insights to help leaders and policymakers transform healthcare into a more effective, equitable system.”

Published Book

The Center of the Star

Understanding and Changing the US Healthcare System

How do we fix a healthcare system that’s too complex, expensive, and unequal? In The Center of the Star, Judith Kunisch offers a fresh perspective. She introduces a clear framework that helps readers understand the roles of consumers, providers, payers, policymakers, and the broader health industry. With decades of experience…

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