Caren Weakley
About Caren Weakley
Caren Weakley serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Sutter Health, bringing extensive legal and operational experience from her previous roles at DaVita Inc. and Radiology Partners.
Current Role at Sutter Health
Caren Weakley serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Sutter Health, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she oversees legal matters for the organization, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing legal risks. Weakley brings extensive experience in healthcare law and corporate governance to her current position, contributing to Sutter Health's mission of providing quality healthcare services.
Previous Experience at DaVita Inc.
Caren Weakley held multiple roles at DaVita Inc. from 2001 to 2019, culminating in her position as General Counsel and Vice President of Operations at DaVita Kidney Care. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing legal affairs and supporting clinical operations. Weakley also served as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, and Assistant General Counsel, gaining valuable experience in healthcare law and corporate governance.
Experience at Radiology Partners
Weakley worked at Radiology Partners from 2019 to 2024, where she served as Vice President, Managing General Counsel, and later as Senior Vice President, General Counsel. In these roles, she managed legal risks and provided guidance on complex contractual negotiations and mergers and acquisitions. Her leadership contributed to the organization's growth and operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Caren Weakley holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, obtained in 1993. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from UCLA in 1990. Additionally, she has achieved certification as an Executive Leadership Coach from the Hudson Institute of Coaching since 2014. This educational background supports her expertise in legal matters and leadership within the healthcare industry.
Background and Skills
Weakley has over two decades of experience in legal roles within the healthcare industry. She has expertise in complex contractual negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, enterprise risk management, and crisis management. Her leadership experience includes managing a 300+ employee in-house public company law department. Weakley is recognized for her strong communication and problem-solving skills, making her effective in fast-paced and challenging environments.