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David Kirshner

David Kirshner


Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer



Professional Overview
David Kirshner is a seasoned finance executive with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at the University of Rochester Medical Center, he provides strategic financial leadership and oversees all aspects of the organization's financial operations. Kirshner is also an Executive Advisor at Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services, where he leverages his deep expertise to advise clients on complex financial and business challenges.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at the University of Rochester Medical Center, Kirshner is responsible for managing a $3.2 billion budget and overseeing the financial operations of the academic medical center and its affiliated entities. He has played a pivotal role in driving financial sustainability, streamlining processes, and implementing data-driven decision-making to support the organization's growth and strategic initiatives.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Kirshner held senior finance positions at prominent healthcare organizations, including Chief Financial Officer at Boston Children's Hospital, Valence Health, Winchester Hospital, and Anna Jaques Hospital. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a track record of successfully navigating complex financial challenges, leading transformative initiatives, and driving measurable improvements in financial performance and operational efficiency.

Academic Background
Kirshner holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Boston University. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed advanced executive education programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise
  • Healthcare finance and accounting

  • Strategic financial planning and analysis

  • Capital management and investment allocation

  • Mergers, acquisitions, and business integration

  • Financial reporting and regulatory compliance

  • Process optimization and operational improvement

  • Leadership and change management


Professional Impact
During his tenure at Boston Children's Hospital, Kirshner led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, resulting in a 20% reduction in administrative costs and a 15% increase in operational efficiency. At Valence Health, he spearheaded the development of a revenue cycle optimization strategy, which improved cash flow by 18% and reduced bad debt by 12%.

Conclusion
With his exceptional financial acumen, strategic vision, and proven track record of success, David Kirshner is a respected leader in the healthcare industry. In his current role at the University of Rochester Medical Center and as an Executive Advisor at Ernst & Young, he continues to drive innovation, enhance financial performance, and contribute to the ongoing transformation of the healthcare landscape.