Karin Podolski

Karin Podolski is an accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in community affairs and patient access services. Currently serving as the Director of Community Affairs at Northwestern Medicine since October 2007, Karin leads initiatives aimed at promoting lifelong wellness in the community through the development of health education programming and outreach. Prior experience includes a decade as the Director of Patient Access Services at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, where Karin was responsible for leadership, staffing, financial operations, and regulatory compliance, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction and financial metrics. Education credentials include an MBA in Organizational Leadership, a Master's Certificate in Project Management, and certificates in Community Benefit and Public Health from various universities, complemented by advanced degrees in Nursing and Public Health from Northern Illinois University.