Christina Fischer
About Christina Fischer
Christina Fischer serves as the Associate General Counsel at Optum since 2023, bringing extensive legal experience from previous roles in healthcare and academia.
Work at Optum
Christina Fischer currently serves as Associate General Counsel at Optum, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support within the organization, focusing on compliance and regulatory matters. Her extensive background in health law equips her to navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry effectively.
Previous Experience at Change Healthcare
Before joining Optum, Christina Fischer worked as Senior Privacy Counsel at Change Healthcare from 2022 to 2023. In this capacity, she focused on privacy issues related to healthcare data, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Her role involved advising on privacy policies and practices within the organization.
Teaching Experience in Health Law
Christina Fischer served as an Adjunct Instructor in Health Law at the University of Cincinnati from 2017 to 2019. In this role, she taught courses related to health law, sharing her expertise with students and contributing to their understanding of legal issues in the healthcare sector.
Legal Career at Cincinnati Children's Hospital
From 2012 to 2022, Christina Fischer worked as Counsel at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. During her tenure, she provided legal support to the hospital, addressing various legal matters and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Her experience in this role enhanced her knowledge of the legal landscape in pediatric healthcare.
Educational Background
Christina Fischer earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Northern Kentucky University—Salmon P. Chase College of Law. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History, with minors in Political Science and Women's Studies from Wittenberg University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.