Linda J. Komnick, M.H.A. is a recognized expert in the recruitment of physician executives. As Of Counsel in WittKieffer?s Physician Integration and Leadership Practice, she helps clients identify the physician executives they need to succeed in today?s challenging and changing healthcare environment. During her tenure with WittKieffer, Linda has conducted over 500 searches for physician CEOs, chief medical officers and chief clinical officers, medical practice and faculty practice leaders, department chairs, and other senior-level physician executive roles. She has been quoted and published in Becker?s Hospital Review, Newsweek, Healthcare Finance News, Physician?s Weekly, and other leading publications. Linda?s clients include many of the healthcare industry?s most highly regarded integrated delivery systems and academic medical centers as well as community hospitals and group practices. She also works with public and private corporations across industries in the recruitment of chief medical officers and wellness officers. In supporting these organizations, Linda serves as a strategic advisor to help clients understand their unique qualities and position themselves to recruit and retain physician leaders who will drive operational improvements, cost savings, and competitive advantage in the marketplace. Prior to joining WittKieffer, Linda worked as an independent consultant and physician recruitment expert. She also acted in key leadership roles at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, including the positions of director of ambulatory care and as associate vice president of administration. Distinctions Former Diplomat, American College of Healthcare Executives WittKieffer Quality Award Winner WittKieffer Values Award Winner Education M.H.A., Health Administration Program, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO B.S., Biology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL Expertise Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Physician Integration and Leadership Presidents/CEOs.