Carla L. Eckhardt Taracena

Carla Eckhardt Taracena is an accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience in clinical operations and global women's health. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations at Visana Health, Carla has held key leadership roles at organizations such as the Public Health Institute, Stanford University, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and Marie Stopes International. With a strong background in managing large teams and significant budgets, Carla excels in program development, implementation, and strategic oversight across various healthcare initiatives. Carla holds a BA in Political Psychology from Yale University and an MSc in Global Management from The University of Salford.