Center for Health Care Strategies
Karla Silverman has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Karla served as the Associate Director, Complex Care Delivery at the Center for Health Care Strategies, Inc., leading initiatives to develop person-centered healthcare models in partnership with Medicaid MCOs. Karla also led case studies on incorporating doulas into Medicaid programs. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Clinical Officer at the same organization.
In addition, Karla Silverman has served as a Board Member at The 5BORO Institute and as an Adjunct Associate Professor at NYU School of Global Public Health.
Earlier in their career, they worked as a Program Director at the Primary Care Development Corporation, where they created a national training program in care coordination and team-based care for primary care providers in medically underserved areas. Karla also provided consulting services for health care and social service providers.
Before that, they were the Director of Clinical Services at Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic, overseeing multiple women's health centers and ensuring clinical quality. Karla has also worked as a Certified Nurse Midwife at Community Healthcare Network.
Overall, Karla Silverman has had extensive experience in developing healthcare models, providing clinical services, and teaching healthcare professionals.
Karla Silverman has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater Arts and History from Brown University. From 1997 to 2001, they attended Columbia University School of Nursing, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Science (MS) degree in Midwifery. Karla also holds a Master of Science (MS) degree from Columbia University School of Nursing, though the field of study for this degree is not provided.
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Center for Health Care Strategies
The Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) is a policy design and implementation partner devoted to improving outcomes for people enrolled in Medicaid. We support partners across sectors and disciplines to make more effective, efficient, and equitable care possible for millions of people across the nation who face serious barriers to well-being, like poverty, complex health and social needs, and systemic racism. For more than 25 years, we have collaborated with state Medicaid and related health and human services agencies across the country to shape how health care services are designed, financed, and delivered. For more information, visit www.chcs.org. CHCS seeks mission-driven individuals who are passionate about improving health care delivery to join our team. To learn about current career opportunities at CHCS, visit www.chcs.org/careers.