The MHA faculty are seasoned leaders in their fields. They are more than scholars — they are active industry professionals who bring their experiences and knowledge into the classroom.
Karen Schechter, the director and assistant professor of healthcare management and health administration at Maryville, brings 30 years of experience in healthcare management and consulting to the classroom. Her areas of expertise include the implementation of quality-performance metrics programs, population health management, compliance, strategic planning and physician integration, and electronic medical records systems. As a senior healthcare advisor, she provides physicians and hospitals with practical solutions to operational challenges.