Heather D. Gander

Heather D. Gander is an experienced healthcare professional currently serving as the CEO Project Director at Houston Methodist since November 2018, where responsibilities include strategic partnership with the CEO and system integration to enhance Performance Excellence. Previously held roles include Senior Project Manager and Clinical Operations Manager at Baylor College of Medicine, focusing on improving patient care and operational efficiency across various departments including Psychiatry and Cardiology. Gander's career began at Manhattan Insurance Group, progressing from Claims Analyst to Supervisor, and includes experience as an Accountant at Edro Investments and Finance/Accounting Intern at Shell Oil Company. Gander holds a Master's of Healthcare Administration from Texas Woman's University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance/Accounting from the University of Houston, graduating cum laude.