Abel Simutami

Abel Simutami, RN, BSN, MBA, MSM, is a seasoned healthcare professional with a diverse background in patient services and healthcare consulting. Currently serving as a Senior Healthcare Consulting Advisor at Blue Cross NC since December 2016, Abel has a strong history of leadership roles, including Patient Experience Leader at Inova Health System and Director of Patient Services. Experience includes managing patient care delivery, leading training initiatives, and developing treatment plans at institutions such as Johns Hopkins Suburban Hospital. Abel's educational credentials comprise multiple advanced degrees in business and healthcare management from Johns Hopkins University, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Columbia Union College. Abel's early career involved impactful health education and advocacy work in Zambia, focusing on HIV/AIDS awareness and community health.