Linda Dunbar, Ph.D., R.N.
About Linda Dunbar, Ph.D., R.N.
Linda Dunbar, Ph.D., R.N., serves as the Vice President of Rural and Underserved Health Initiatives at Medically Home, where she focuses on enhancing healthcare delivery for these populations. With extensive experience at Johns Hopkins HealthCare, she has developed programs that improve efficiencies and quality outcomes in healthcare.
Work at Medically Home
Linda Dunbar, Ph.D., R.N. serves as the Vice President of Rural and Underserved Health Initiatives at Medically Home. She has held this position since 2021, focusing on designing solutions and workflows that align with the organization's strategic plans for rural and underserved health. Her role involves launching large-scale programs aimed at improving efficiencies and quality outcomes in healthcare delivery.
Previous Experience at Johns Hopkins HealthCare
Prior to her current role, Linda Dunbar worked at Johns Hopkins HealthCare as the Vice President of Population Health from 1997 to 2021. During her 24 years in this position, she contributed to various initiatives that enhanced healthcare delivery in Baltimore, Maryland. Her extensive experience in population health has informed her current work in rural and underserved health initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Linda Dunbar earned her Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, where she studied Nursing and Health Policy. Her educational background supports her expertise in creating outcomes-based strategies and performance metrics for healthcare systems. She is known for her ability to assess risk and engage in strategic planning to maximize revenue gains within large healthcare organizations.
Achievements in Healthcare Delivery
Throughout her career, Linda Dunbar has played a key role in developing international programs that integrate health systems with community-based organizations. These initiatives have led to significant cost savings and improvements in quality outcomes. Her focus on designing effective solutions has contributed to enhanced healthcare delivery, particularly in rural and underserved areas.