Kathryn Watson
@kathrynwatson1
Experienced healthcare attorney driving successful outcomes for providers and patients.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in healthcare law, serving as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for Whitman-Walker Health System & Clinic. My role involves providing comprehensive legal counsel and implementing tailored enterprise risk management programs. I advise on a broad range of legal issues, including corporate governance, contracts, and healthcare compliance, ensuring that business leaders are equipped for informed decision-making.
Previously, I held senior legal positions at Maxor National Pharmacy Services and MedStar Health, where I managed enterprise risk and supported strategic planning. My background includes representing not-for-profit healthcare organizations and serving as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, where I provided legal advice on civil rights matters. I am committed to promoting ethical corporate culture and educating interdisciplinary teams on legal and compliance principles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Risk Officer
Whitman-Walker Health System & Clinic
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Provided comprehensive legal counsel and implemented tailored enterprise risk management programs as a C-Suite executive. Advised on a broad range of legal issues, including corporate governance, contracts, real estate, and healthcare compliance.
Senior Legal Counsel
Maxor National Pharmacy Services, LLC
Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Served as a senior leader for a Private-Equity funded healthcare company, managing legal needs for pharmacy services. Supported business growth, acquisitions, contracts, investigations, and compliance.
Senior Counsel
Nixon Gwilt Law LLP
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Assisted with a surge in clients in the emerging digital health space, including national telemedicine companies. Supported clients in obtaining venture capital funding and expanding telemedicine reach.
Hospital Counsel
MedStar Health, Inc.
Sep 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)
Managed enterprise risk and reduced reliance on outside counsel as general counsel for two safety net hospitals. Participated in strategic planning and advised on a wide range of legal issues in the hospital setting.
Attorney
Feldesman Tucker Leifer Fidell LLP
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Represented not-for-profit healthcare organizations on regulatory, transactional, and reimbursement matters. Counseled on contracts related to company formation, professional services, and integrated delivery systems.
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney
Social Security Administration, Office of General Counsel
Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 6 months)
Represented the federal government on litigation matters and served as lead attorney on civil rights cases. Provided legal advice to high-level agency officials on employment law, ethics, and privacy issues.
Attorney
Physicians' Advocates
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 6 months)
Represented physicians in business and regulatory matters, serving as de facto General Counsel for a start-up health informatics company. Drafted and negotiated healthcare agreements.
Associate
Reed Smith, LLP
Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 6 months)
Provided advice on a wide variety of health law matters, including corporate transactional work, fraud and abuse, and Medicare/Medicaid analysis. Represented medical device manufacturers and long-term care providers in disputes.
Judicial Law Clerk
U.S. Federal District Court, Chambers of Judge Claire V. Eag
Jan 2005 - Present (20 years 6 months)
Assisted the Chief Judge in researching and writing opinions and orders in civil and criminal matters. Analyzed and drafted bench memoranda for the U.S. Court of Appeals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Loyola University Chicago
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Health Law
Grade: Honors
Activities and societies: Health Law Fellow
Completed a Master of Laws degree with a focus on health law. Recognized with honors as a Health Law Fellow during the program.
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor, Law
Grade: Honors
Activities and societies: Public Interest Law Scholar
Earned a Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University Law Center. Awarded the Public Interest Law Scholar honor.
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Public Health, Public Health
Grade: Honors
Activities and societies: Greenwall Fellow in Bioethics and Health Policy
Obtained a Master of Public Health degree. Received a full scholarship as a Greenwall Fellow in Bioethics and Health Policy.
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies & Anthropology
Grade: Honors
Activities and societies: Albert A. Bennett Award: Excellence in Thesis Research and Service
Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Environmental Studies and Anthropology. Recognized with the Albert A. Bennett Award for excellence in thesis research and service.
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