Christine Gunderson

Christine Gunderson is a seasoned healthcare executive with extensive experience in utilization management and clinical services. Currently serving as Vice President of Utilization Management at Healthfirst since March 2017, Gunderson previously held the role of Assistant Vice President of Clinical Eligibility at the same organization for a brief period in 2016. Notable achievements include increasing patient census by 40% during tenure as Vice President of Patient Care Services at Centerlight Health System. Gunderson has also contributed significantly to the Visiting Nurse Service of New York as AVP of Clinical Innovation and System Design, standardizing operations across seven regions, and led rehabilitation services at The Brooklyn Hospital Center. Early career accomplishments include leadership roles in the NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation, focusing on developing staffing plans and clinical competencies. Gunderson holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University.