Core Team

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Dirk has 30 years of executive management and consulting experience, and co-founded Pathstone with a vision to deliver long-term, sustained value and transformation for healthcare organizations. His areas of expertise include non-labor cost reduction, operational improvement, corporate strategy and development.  He has focused his expertise on healthcare and brings experience from engagements with university systems, Fortune 1000 companies and clients in industries such as professional services and manufacturing.  Prior to Pathstone, Dirk was a leader of the cost transformation practice for a national healthcare management consulting firm.

Background

Dirk holds a Bachelor of Business Management in Hope College.

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Joseph has over a decade of experience leading performance improvement, non-labor cost reduction and transformation engagements for healthcare providers, including large integrated delivery networks, academic medical centers, and pediatric hospitals. He has led assessments and performance improvement engagements for 35+ healthcare systems, delivering $150M+ in margin improvement impact through revenue enhancement and non-labor cost reduction initiatives in purchased services, information technology, telecom, pharmacy, laboratory and clinical supplies and services. Joseph has a deep passion for enhancing the quality, affordability, and accessibility of healthcare. 

Background

Joseph holds an MBA with distinction, from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. He also earned a BBA, with honors, from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Joseph was born and raised in Manila, Philippines and is a father to three beautiful children. Joseph advises and supports Sorok Uni Foundation, an organization that provides economic empowerment to the leper community and the homeless in the Philippines. Outside of work, you can find Joseph cheering for Michigan Football and Basketball, serving his church and local community, singing, and writing his own music.

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Andy has more than a decade of experience in healthcare consulting at Academic Medical Centers, national / regional health systems, and pediatric hospitals. Delivering over $100M in value for his clients, he specializes in leading engagements within clinical and non-clinical purchased services, information technology, laboratory, and pharmacy. Andy believes building a strong relationship and understanding with clients is paramount to a successful engagement.

Background

Andy earned a BS in Community Health at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and a MS in Health Systems Management at Rush University. Andy currently resides in Peoria, IL with his wife, Jamie, and two energetic children, Hayden and Beckett. His golden retriever, Walter, can be found not far from his side unless Andy is enjoying his pursuit of birdies on the golf course. He is a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears and all things Illini!

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Colin has expertise leading performance improvement, non-labor cost reduction and transformation engagements for healthcare providers, including large integrated delivery networks, academic medical centers, and pediatric hospitals. He has a deep passion for enhancing the quality, affordability, and accessibility of healthcare.

Background

Colin attended the University of Notre Dame and received a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Mendoza College of Business. Outside of work, you can find Colin cheering on the Irish football team or spending time outdoors.

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Dan has over 10 years of experience working in the healthcare industry, providing management consulting services to hospitals, health systems, provider practices and payers.  His primary focus has been in assisting these organizations in process improvement, cost reduction, revenue enhancement and strategic planning initiatives, delivering millions of dollars in value for his clients over the course of his career.  Dan’s ability to leverage his broad experience and technical knowledge of healthcare operations continues to provide thought partnership for his clients in a collaborative approach to help them reach their goals.

Background

Dan graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor’s in Health Care Administration, and continued to receive his master’s degree in Health Systems Management at Rush University in Chicago.  He enjoys getting out of the city whenever possible to pursue any and all things active and outdoors.

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Ryan has over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry focused on the delivery of margin and process/operations improvement across a wide spectrum of healthcare organizations.  She has led performance improvement teams for several large multi-hospital/multi-state health systems in addition to previous management consulting experience focused on labor and productivity. 

Ryan has overseen projects in 100+ hospitals, physician practices, and connected entities spanning over 20 states and delivering $150M+ in financial impact in parallel to an array of operational improvements.  She is a problem solver at heart that has a passion for elevating patient centered care and discovering sustainable solutions to the challenges that our healthcare leaders face daily. 

Background 

Ryan earned an MBA and MHA from Georgia State University.  She also received a BS degree in Mathematical Business from Wake Forest University.  Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, tropical vacations, and volunteering with the Hands on Atlanta Discovery Program

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Jake has extensive experience leading engagements that tackle both cost reduction and revenue enhancement, with a focus in Pharmacy, Clinical Supplies, Revenue Cycle, and Finance. Jake excels in translating complex data into actionable and novel insights that drive meaningful value to his clients. Jake is passionate about improving margins to allow health systems to better invest in high quality care. 

Background

Jake received his bachelor’s degree in economics from Northwestern University and is currently pursuing his MBA at the Kellogg School of Management. In his free time, Jake enjoys exploring the many restaurants of Chicago, playing strategy games, watching the NBA, and reading classic literature and history. 

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Katie has expertise delivering performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction services for healthcare providers, including large integrated delivery networks and academic medical centers. She has driven value partnering with 30+ hospitals across the United States in areas such as clinical purchased services, finance and administration, transportation, and facilities. Katie is passionate about enabling healthcare providers to focus on providing patient care by taking a data-driven, collaborative approach to driving financial and operational value.

Background

Katie received a Bachelor of Sciences in Supply Chain Management with a co-major in Sustainable Business from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. She regularly volunteers at the Misericordia McAuley Residence running recreation activities for individuals who are non-ambulatory with severe and profound disabilities. She also enjoys sports, including cheering for the Chicago Bears and White Sox, Indiana University football, and any softball team. Katie loves to travel and has a goal to visit all 50 states. 

Bio: 

Tim brings a range of healthcare industry expertise focused on finance and strategy. After a decade of accounting and finance in other industries, Tim began his healthcare career with Cambio Health Solutions. Cambio was acquired in 2005 by FTI Consulting (NYSE:FCN), a global business advisory firm with whom he worked on a range of turnaround, bankruptcy, litigation support, M&A and related performance improvement projects, including interim management.  

Tim left FTI after six years to complete an MBA; he later returned to FTI as a Managing Director from 2017 -2020. In between his two seasons with FTI, he was the VP of Operations for onFocus Healthcare, a Software as a Service (SaaS) firm acquired by MedeAnalytics in 2014. In 2021 Tim started Ratio Health Solutions, a connector firm which leads business development for a number of privately held, best-in-class firms who provide high-impact margin and quality improvement solutions for health systems and the communities that they serve.  

 Background:

Tim and his wife Daiva have four children, and they live in Nashville, Tennessee. Tim is a member of and a leader in a number of healthcare professional associations and a past-president of the Brentwood (TN) Early Risers Toastmasters club. Early in the pandemic he accepted a habit-stacking challenge to listen to an audiobook every week. If you like to talk books, let him know what you are reading.  A graduate of Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management with an MBA in Finance and Strategy, Tim previously completed his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Aquinas College.  

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Alex supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for health systems. He adds his analytical skills and ability to problem-solve to the Pathstone team. Alex interned at Pathstone a year before joining the team full-time. He has expertise in non-labor cost reduction and strategic sourcing. 

Background

Alex attended the University of Michigan where he majored in economics and minored in business. During his time at Michigan, he involved himself in many mental health clubs and volunteering opportunities. He plans to do the same in Chicago. Outside of work, Alex loves to play tennis, travel and cheer on his Michigan Wolverines. 

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Garrett has over six years of experience on the healthcare and property and casualty side of insurance, providing management and strategy consulting services to some of the largest insurers in the United States.  He brings expertise in forming and maintaining strong relationships and implementing strategic decisions with executive stakeholders.  Garrett seeks to leverage his cross-industry knowledge to bring a unique perspective to the provider-side, driving key opportunity areas forward for his clients. 

Background: 

Garrett received his Bachelor’s degree in Consumer Economics and Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.  In his free time, Garrett enjoys volunteering at the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, reading fiction novels hoping they get made into movies (though often being disappointed when they are), and waiting for the Cubs to make it back to the playoffs. 

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Nickie has over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, providing both clinical and consulting services to hospitals and hospital systems.  Her clinical experience coupled with strategy and process improvement allows her to provide thought partnership to help clients attain their goals.  Her primary focus has been assisting organizations with process improvement, strategic planning initiatives, and innovative solutions to streamline and enhance patient care.

Background

Nickie received a Bachelor’s in Nursing from Winona State University and a Masters in Business Administration from Keller School of Management.  She started as an RN at Northwestern Memorial Hospital before pursuing careers in healthcare consulting and strategy. Outside of work, you can find Nickie acting as COO of her household by navigating everyone’s busy schedules, exploring the outdoors, and traveling whenever the opportunity presents itself.

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Elisabeth supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for healthcare providers. She has driven value in areas such as clinical purchased services, information technology, telecom, and clinical supplies. Elisabeth is especially passionate about developing strong client relationships and delivering the best possible service to Pathstone’s clients. 

Background

Elisabeth attended the University of Notre Dame where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. She is involved in various service projects through Saint Clement Parish in Chicago. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing volleyball, and baking. 

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Kyle has more than four years of experience in the healthcare industry, providing strategic consulting services to medical device vendors, hospitals, and healthcare systems. He brings expertise in driving medical device implementation strategies, delivering complex financial models to clients, and coordinating competitive benchmarking initiatives. Kyle joined Pathstone for the opportunity to drive operational and financial improvements at hospitals and healthcare systems, with the hope of positively impacting patient care.

Background

Kyle attended the University of Notre Dame where he received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the Mendoza College of Business. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys hitting the golf course, cooking, and cheering on the Irish football team. 

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Sean supports engagements with healthcare organizations through performance improvement and non-labor cost reductions. Sean uses critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assist Pathstone in providing value for clients. He joined the Pathstone team to help enable healthcare organizations to provide exceptional and cost-effective care for their patients.

Background

Sean attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in neurobiology and a certificate in business. While in school, Sean spent time volunteering at community organizations and working as a respite provider for individuals with developmental disabilities. Outside of work, Sean enjoys reading, lifting weights, and cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers.

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Sereen supports healthcare organizations by facilitating skills that lead to non-labor cost reductions and performance improvement. The analytical and communication skills she developed from prior healthcare internships are vital to her work at Pathstone. Sereen is passionate about the healthcare industry and looks forward to continuing supporting organizations that have a focus on maximizing the quality of patient care. 

Background

Sereen graduated from John Carroll University with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Neuroscience. Throughout college, she interned and volunteered at many healthcare organizations including research facilities, academic medical centers, and children’s hospitals.  After graduating from John Carroll, Sereen attended the University of Notre Dame and received a Master of Science degree in STEM technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. During her free time, Sereen loves exploring the neighborhoods of Chicago and experiencing the culture of the city. She loves traveling and her favorite trip was to Turkey.

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Yera supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for healthcare organizations. Yera assists the team by using problem-solving skills and analytical tools to provide value to the clients. She joined Pathstone for the opportunity to work with hospitals with the intention of bettering patient outcomes. 

Background

Yera attended Michigan State University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Economics. Yera has spent time volunteering with Ronald McDonald House Charities which invoked her passion for improving healthcare quality. She is from Rochester, Michigan and enjoys trying new restaurants, travelling, and reading.

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Anthony supports health care systems by using his analytical skills and problem-solving tools to drive non-labor cost reductions and performance improvements. Anthony had the opportunity to intern at Pathstone a year before joining the team full-time. He has expertise in management systems and operations research. 

Background

Anthony attended the Ohio State University where he majored in Integrated Systems Engineering. During his time at Ohio State, he helped initiate a business development organization for all majors. Originally from Cleveland, Anthony spends his weekend rooting for both the Guardians, Browns, and the Buckeyes. Outside of this, Anthony loves to play golf and explore the different neighborhoods of Chicago. 

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Ari is building expertise in non-labor cost reduction engagements for healthcare organizations. Ari drives value for clients through analytical and critical problem-solving skills and is keen to work at the intersection of science and business. At Pathstone Partners she hopes to work with her clients to build efficiencies and cost optimization leading to better price models for patients. 

Background

Ari attended the University of Chicago where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a specialization in Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. During her time at UChicago, she was a Trott Business Program Scholar at the Booth School of Business and a part of several on campus organizations such as Women in Business and Women in Science. Ari grew up in Mumbai, India and enjoys travelling and trying new restaurants. She was a competitive swimmer and published a book titled The Young Athlete. Outside of work, you can find Ari cheering for the Eagles, cooking, swimming, or exploring one of Chicago’s many neighborhoods. 

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Casey works closely with healthcare organizations to develop strategies for financial and operational improvement. Her clinical medicine background and problem-solving skills allow her to generate creative solutions that provide value for clients. She is strongly committed to helping healthcare systems provide their communities with affordable, accessible, and high-quality medical care. 

Background

Casey graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, along with a minor in Medicine, Technology, and Society. Before joining Pathstone, Casey worked as a medical assistant and conducted research on early pancreatic cancer detection and treatment. She is from West Bloomfield, Michigan and enjoys watching movies, playing pickleball, exploring the world, and asking lots of questions. 

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Erica supports initiatives to drive operational value and reduce non-labor costs for healthcare organizations. She utilizes a wide range of analytical tools to support these initiatives that span multiple departments within healthcare systems. Erica is strongly committed to helping health systems maintain a high standard of patient care to support exceptional patient experiences.

Background

Erica received a Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her time at UW, she worked with several professional healthcare associations, helped lead student organizations devoted to health equity and global health advancement, and gained clinical experience as a former Emergency Medical Technician. In her spare time, Erica enjoys trying any team sport, attending rock concerts, and cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers.

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Erin supports healthcare organizations through process improvement efforts and non-labor cost reduction initiatives. Joining Pathstone was an optimal decision, as Erin is able to combine her public health knowledge and analytic skills to drive healthcare change and increased affordability.  

Background

Erin graduated from the University of Arizona, where she completed her Master of Public Health shortly after obtaining her Bachelor of Science in public health. While attending school, Erin expanded her experience in the healthcare field by interning for local Arizona health departments, working for a home health agency and taking part in many public health initiatives sponsored by the CDC.

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John supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for health systems. His background in computer science and part-time consulting provides him with a unique blend of critical thinking and communication skills. He joined Pathstone for the opportunity to contribute to the financial and operational growth of our clients. . 

Background

John graduated from Hope College with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, studying Accounting when scheduling allowed. He spent time researching machine learning and interning as a software developer before transitioning to join a part-time school sponsored consulting team his senior year. After graduation he moved to Chicago to join Pathstone. Outside of work John is a passionate rock climber. When not working on a difficult boulder problem, he can be found reading his current fantasy novel or cooking dinner. 

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Jonathan supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for health systems. His analytical and critical problem solving skills allow him to provide value for clients. Jonathan was intentional about working within the healthcare industry to better patient outcomes.

Background

Jonathan attended Penn State University where he graduated with honors in Supply Chain & Information Systems. While at Penn State, Jonathan volunteered and participated in THON—a student run philanthropy dedicated to helping kids and families impacted by childhood cancer. In his free time, you might find Jonathan watching Philly sports teams, biking along the lake, or eating at a new restaurant.

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Joseph supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction initiatives for health care organizations. Joseph uses his problem solving, analytical and communication skills to provide value for clients. His background in engineering allows him to tackle initiatives with a structured scientific approach. He joined the Pathstone team to help hospitals reduce costs and provide a better experience for patients. 

Background

Joseph attended The Ohio State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Systems Engineering. During his time at Ohio State, Joseph founded one of the first Crypto Clubs at the University and was active in several on-campus organizations. Outside of work, Joseph enjoys working out, going to restaurants and cheering on the Buckeyes! 

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Juan supports initiatives to drive operational value, reduce inefficiencies, and reduce non-labor costs for healthcare organizations. He assists the team with a wide range of critical thinking skills and analytical tools, which he uses to deliver the best possible service for our clients. 

Background

Juan received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences with a minor in Data Science and Engineering from Northwestern University. Juan was born and raised in Panama City, Panama and outside of work he enjoys cheering for FC Barcelona and the Steelers, fantasy sports, cooking, and travelling abroad. 

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Pranav supports performance improvement and non-labor cost reduction engagements for healthcare organizations. He assists the team with his strong analytical skills, which he honed from his background in math. Pranav is passionate about working closely with healthcare providers and joined Pathstone to have the opportunity to achieve better patient outcomes.

Background

Pranav attended the University of Michigan where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Economics. Outside of work, his passions include writing screenplays, watching soccer, and playing chess.