Analytically Grounded. Financially Tested.
The Right Strategies to Compete.
From developing and implementing integrated financial and capital plans to identifying whether there is enough capital capacity to support new strategies, we partner with healthcare leaders to link strategic missions with measurable financial objectives. We'll help you pinpoint future financial risk, determine appropriate responses, and move agilely in the dynamic healthcare marketplace.
Strategic Planning
Today’s healthcare providers must balance strategic priorities with financial realities in determining the right path for success. We help healthcare leaders continually evaluate their market focus, service offerings, payer relationships, and contracting strategies to strengthen their competitive position.
Financial Planning
Our approach to financial planning is grounded in a deep understanding of both the healthcare industry and the capital markets. We empower hospitals and health systems to develop short- and long-term plans that are financially tested and set them on a path for sustainable success.
Capital Planning
The move toward value-based payment models demands greater capital investment, but for some organization, capital needs exceed capital capacity. Our proven approach to capital planning enables organizations to more effectively allocate scarce capital resources.
Consumer Strategy
In a world of Amazon and Netflix, consumers expect more from their healthcare experience—but few organizations are yet meeting these expectations. Our consultants partner with you to develop a consumer-centric approach to healthcare access, pricing, and overall consumer experience.
We’re Not Just Advisors—We’re Your Partners
We’ve collaborated with more than 1,000 healthcare organizations of all sizes and types, helping leaders understand the financial impact of every strategic and tactical decision they make.
Kate Guelich, Managing Director, Strategic Financial Planning Practice Leader
Kate Guelich has been advising healthcare leaders nationwide for more than 20 years, offering keen industry insights in the areas of strategic financial planning, mergers and acquisitions, and financial advisory services.
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Ryan Gish
Ryan Gish helps healthcare leaders address pressing industry challenges through defining and implementing resilient strategies for the changing healthcare landscape.
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Dawn Samaris
Dawn Samaris advises healthcare leaders nationwide on a broad range of initiatives, including strategic and financial planning, physician alignment strategies, post-acute strategies, and business and structural planning for merger, acquisition, and partnership transactions.
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Amanda Steele, Managing Director
Amanda Steele is a leader in Kaufman Hall’s Planning practice, focused on providing actionable, data-driven solutions to help hospitals, health systems, and other healthcare providers succeed in an increasingly complex healthcare environment.
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Jason Sussman
Jason Sussman has provided planning and financial advisory services for healthcare providers and higher education institutions nationwide for more than 35 years. He is a leader in Kaufman Hall’s Strategic and Financial Planning practice.
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Talk with us today about strategic or financial planning needs at your organization
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