Aleksandra C. O'connor, Mpa
About Aleksandra C. O'connor, Mpa
Aleksandra C. O'Connor, MPA, is the Department Administrator for the Department of Neurosurgery at NYU Langone Health, with over 20 years of experience in science, medicine, and healthcare management.
Title and Current Role
Aleksandra C. O'connor, MPA, serves as the Department Administrator for the Department of Neurosurgery at NYU Langone Health. She has been with NYU Langone since 2013, leveraging her substantial experience to manage operations and drive strategic growth within the department.
Professional Experience at NYU Langone Health
Aleksandra's tenure at NYU Langone Health dates back to 2006, where she initially served as a GME Administrator, handling administrative duties related to Graduate Medical Education. Between 2006 and 2007, she also worked as a Senior Research Technician at the Skirball Institute of Biomolecular Medicine. Her current role as Department Administrator in Neurosurgery since 2013 underscores her long-term commitment to the institution.
Previous Roles at Columbia University and Other Institutions
Prior to her current position, Aleksandra held the role of Division Administrator for the Department of Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons from 2007 to 2013. Additionally, she served as a consultant for Sharsheret from 2006 to 2007, assisting in their fight against breast cancer. Her career also includes an internship at the Public Health Research Institute in 1998 and with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in 1997.
Educational Background
Aleksandra earned her Master of Public Administration (MPA) from NYU Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service, studying from 2004 to 2007. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Skidmore College, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. During college, she garnered practical experience by interning at a biomedical laboratory at NYU Langone Medical Center during summers.
Expertise in Healthcare Management
Aleksandra has accumulated over 20 years of expertise in science, medicine, and healthcare management. She specializes in financial management, operations management, and business planning and systems implementation. Her skills encompass strategic leadership, staff development, education, and change management. She is also experienced in clinical operations and revenue cycle management, faculty recruitment, compliance, and handling government and industry grants.