Catherine Kay
About Catherine Kay
Catherine Kay serves as the Managing Senior Counsel at CommonSpirit Health and has held the position of Senior Counsel at Dignity Health since 2013. She has extensive legal experience, including previous roles at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, and L.A. Care Health Plan, as well as teaching at the University of Southern California.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Catherine Kay has held the position of Managing Senior Counsel at CommonSpirit Health since 2013. With over a decade of experience in this role, she has contributed to the organization's legal strategies and compliance efforts. CommonSpirit Health is a significant player in the healthcare sector, and Kay's expertise supports its mission to provide high-quality care.
Work at Dignity Health
In addition to her role at CommonSpirit Health, Catherine Kay has served as Senior Counsel at Dignity Health since 2013. Her responsibilities include overseeing legal matters and ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations. Dignity Health is known for its commitment to compassionate care, and Kay plays a vital role in supporting its legal framework.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Kay earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, where she studied from 1973 to 1977. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from the USC Gould School of Law, completing her studies from 1977 to 1980. Her educational background provides a foundation for her legal expertise in healthcare and policy.
Previous Experience in Law
Before her current roles, Catherine Kay worked at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP as a Partner/Associate from 1987 to 1996. She also served as Chief Counsel at L.A. Care Health Plan for one year in 1996 to 1997. Additionally, she was an Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern California from 2003 to 2011, where she taught in the School of Policy Planning and Development.