Shikha Avancha

Shikha Avancha is an accomplished professional in strategy and operations with a focus on health technology and digital health. Currently serving as Strategy & Operations Lead at Headway, Shikha drives strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experience and operational efficiencies. Previous experience includes roles as Product Strategy Consultant at Kintsugi, where Shikha explored market expansion opportunities, and Associate at Magnetar Capital, where Shikha supported investments in disease-modifying technologies. At Johnson & Johnson, Shikha managed partnerships to improve access for Xarelto patients and led product management efforts. Shikha started a career as an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, delivering impactful insights and strategies across healthcare sectors. Shikha holds an MS in Clinical Informatics Management from Stanford University School of Medicine and a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Rice University.