Sahar Kouhestani
Director of Quality & Risk Management @Pioneer Community Living Association Pcla
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Quality & Risk Management @Pioneer Community Living Association Pcla
Vancouver, BC, CA
lead initiatives that strengthen quality assurance, resident safety, and accessibility, aligning practices with CARF, Fraser Health, and BC Housing standards. work advances a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and evidence-based policy development across all residential programs.
EDUCATION
Islamic Azad University North Tehran Branch
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Kerman University of Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Science - BS, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Master of Business Administration, Master
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Master of Science - MS, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
ABOUT SAHAR KOUHESTANI
As a healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in Accreditation, quality improvement, and healthcare policy, I am passionate about driving meaningful change across health systems and regulated care environments. My career began at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, where I led accreditation processes, implemented health policies, and advanced patient safety and operational efficiency through data-driven strategies.Currently holding a PhD in Health Policy and a Master’s in Healthcare Management, I specialize in aligning healthcare quality standards with strategic planning, Lean, PDSAand 6 sigma methodologies, and regulatory compliance. I’ve successfully managed cross-functional teams, optimized EHR systems, and led continuous improvement initiatives in clinical settings.With a strong foundation in project leadership, audit coordination, and healthcare analytics, I bring a unique blend of academic insight and hands-on expertise to every role. I’m driven to improve care delivery, enhance system performance, and build collaborative environments where people and outcomes thrive.
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