Christopher Higgins, Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Christopher Higgins is an accomplished finance executive with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of OrthoVirginia, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, operations, and performance to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer of OrthoVirginia since 2019, Christopher is responsible for leading the company's financial management, reporting, and compliance functions. He has implemented data-driven decision-making processes, streamlined financial operations, and introduced cost-saving measures that have significantly improved the organization's financial performance and efficiency.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Christopher held several senior finance and operations leadership positions in the healthcare sector. He served as the Executive Director of Finance at VCU Health, where he spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and optimized financial reporting to enhance organizational transparency and decision-making. Before that, he held the role of Chief Operating Officer in the Department of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where he led the successful integration of a complex multi-specialty practice. Earlier in his career, Christopher held finance leadership positions at Founders Healthcare Inc. and Thomas Jefferson University, as well as a role as a Senior Accountant at Deloitte & Touche.
Academic Background
Christopher holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Strategic cost management
- Performance optimization
- Enterprise-wide financial reporting and compliance
- Healthcare industry regulations and best practices
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Christopher has demonstrated a track record of driving operational excellence and financial performance in complex healthcare organizations. His leadership has contributed to the successful integration of acquired practices, the implementation of innovative financial systems, and the achievement of significant cost savings and revenue growth for the organizations he has served.
Conclusion
With his extensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and deep understanding of the healthcare industry, Christopher Higgins is poised to continue making a significant impact as the Chief Financial Officer of OrthoVirginia. His commitment to operational efficiency, financial discipline, and data-driven decision-making positions him as a valuable asset to the organization and the broader healthcare community.
