I’m a healthcare executive passionate about leading transformational change to improve patient care, streamline operations, and strengthen healthcare systems at every level. Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege to serve in leadership roles across public and private sectors—including as Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health and as COO at several large hospital systems—where I’ve worked alongside dedicated teams to deliver meaningful results in complex environments. I’m energized by strategic challenges, committed to collaboration, and always focused on making a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Scott D. Kent is a seasoned healthcare executive with over three decades of leadership driving strategic transformation, payer innovation, and clinical integration across some of the nation’s most complex health systems. Renowned for his ability to align operational efficiency with value-based care principles, Scott has led billion-dollar medical spend portfolios, forged successful payer-provider partnerships, and spearheaded care model innovations that improve outcomes and reduce costs. With a reputation for integrity, strategic vision, and stakeholder collaboration, he brings unmatched insight and experience to advisory and board roles in healthcare, health tech, and insurance sectors.