Naila Wahid

Naila W. is a seasoned professional in health care administration and management, currently serving as Principal at Avalere since July 2018, with a progressive career including roles as Associate Principal, Senior Manager, and Manager. Prior experience includes a consultancy role at The Lewin Group and an administrative residency at MedStar Health, where significant contributions included implementing Lean Six methodology to enhance revenue cycles and co-authoring strategic business plans. Naila also interned at Dispensary of Hope, developing a financial tool to assess community investment returns, and worked as a coder at the Center for Patient & Professional Advocacy, analyzing patient feedback across numerous health institutions. Naila holds a Master's degree from Georgetown University and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Finance from Vanderbilt University.