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Mary Kit

Mary Kit


Director Decision Support and Financial Planning



Professional Overview


Mary Kit is an accomplished healthcare finance and analytics executive with over 30 years of experience driving strategic decision support and financial planning initiatives. As the Director of Decision Support and Financial Planning at Eisenhower Medical Center, she leverages her deep industry expertise to provide critical data-driven insights that inform organizational strategy and enhance operational efficiency.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As the Director of Decision Support and Financial Planning at Eisenhower Medical Center, Mary is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and ongoing management of advanced financial modeling and analytics programs. In this role, she partners closely with executive leadership to translate complex data into actionable recommendations that support data-driven decision making and drive sustainable financial performance. Under Mary's leadership, the decision support team has delivered significant cost savings and revenue optimization initiatives, contributing to Eisenhower's recognition as a top-performing healthcare system.

Career Progression


Prior to joining Eisenhower, Mary held various decision support leadership roles at prominent healthcare organizations, including UC Davis Health System, Stanford HealthCare - ValleyCare, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Caritas Christi. Throughout her distinguished career, she has consistently demonstrated the ability to align financial and operational strategies, spearhead the implementation of advanced analytics solutions, and foster a culture of data-driven decision making. Mary's experience spans a wide range of healthcare settings, from academic medical centers to community hospitals, enabling her to provide valuable cross-industry insights and best practices.

Academic Background


Mary holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she graduated with honors. She is a Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP) and has completed advanced training in strategic financial management, revenue cycle optimization, and healthcare data analytics.

Areas of Expertise


  • Healthcare financial planning and decision support

  • Advanced data analytics and business intelligence

  • Strategic cost management and revenue enhancement

  • Operational performance improvement

  • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

  • Organizational change management and process optimization


Professional Impact


Throughout her career, Mary has spearheaded numerous high-impact initiatives that have transformed financial operations and enhanced organizational performance. Notable achievements include:
  • Implementing a predictive analytics platform that enabled Eisenhower Medical Center to identify and address revenue leakage, resulting in a 7% increase in net patient revenue.

  • Leading the design and deployment of a comprehensive financial planning and forecasting model at UC Davis Health System, which improved budget accuracy by 15% and streamlined the budgeting process.

  • Driving the integration of clinical and financial data at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, enabling the organization to optimize resource allocation and improve patient care outcomes.


Conclusion


With her exceptional track record of success and deep industry expertise, Mary Kit is a seasoned healthcare finance and analytics leader who is poised to continue driving transformative change within the Eisenhower Medical Center and the broader healthcare sector. Her ability to leverage data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and operational excellence make her a valuable asset to any organization.