Dennis Stillman, Mha
About Dennis Stillman, Mha
Dennis Stillman is a lecturer in the Executive MBA in Healthcare Administration program at the University of Colorado, Denver, with extensive experience in healthcare finance and administration. He has held various leadership roles in healthcare institutions and has authored a book on healthcare finance, demonstrating a commitment to education and mentorship in the field.
Work at University of Colorado
Dennis Stillman has served as a Lecturer and Faculty member in the Executive MBA in Healthcare Administration Program at the University of Colorado, Denver since 2005. He has contributed to the program for 19 years, focusing on the intersection of healthcare and business education. His role involves teaching and mentoring students in advanced healthcare administration topics, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Stillman holds a Master's Degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Washington and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Business Management from the University of Puget Sound. His educational background supports his expertise in healthcare finance and administration. He has also served as a Senior Lecturer in the MHA Program at the University of Washington's School of Public Health since 1987.
Background
Dennis Stillman has a diverse professional background in healthcare administration. He worked at the University of Washington Medical Center as Associate Administrator and CFO from 1987 to 1999. He also held positions at Seattle Pacific University and San Diego State University as an Adjunct Faculty member and Lecturer, respectively. His early career included a role as Vice President and CFO at Pacific Medical Centers.
Achievements
Dennis Stillman has a proven track record in financial management within healthcare organizations. He successfully achieved a break-even budget for a hospital that was losing $4 million annually. He has also led budget processes that resulted in record profits for a 600-bed organization. His contributions include mentoring Controllers to develop into CFO-caliber executives and reducing the time to close financial books for multiple hospitals.