Kara Spanswick
Vice President of Operations, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Health Network
- Role
- Vice President Operations at Lehigh Valley Health Network
- Location
- Allentown, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kara Spanswick
As Vice President of Operations at Lehigh Valley Health Network – Muhlenberg Hospital, I lead campus operations with a focus on delivering exceptional patient care, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation and engagement.With over 17 years of healthcare leadership experience, I specialize in strategic planning, performance improvement, and change management. My approach combines data-driven decision-making with a commitment to collaboration, ensuring high-quality outcomes, financial stewardship, and an outstanding patient experience.Passionate about building high-performing teams, I strive to create an environment where employees feel empowered, valued, and inspired to continuously improve. I believe that operational excellence and compassionate care go hand in hand, and I’m dedicated to advancing both for the communities we serve.
Experience
Vice President Operations
Nov 2025 — Present
Leading operational planning, budgeting, and execution for hospital services. Driving continuous improvement, innovation, and employee engagement through a high-performance culture.Applying lean principles to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
Education
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science - BS
University of Cincinnati
Master’s Degree
2015 — 2017
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science - BS
2007 — 2010
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