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Jonathan Wakim, MD, MBA

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Senior Director, R&D Operations at Vizient, Inc
📍 New York, New York, United States

Jonathan leads R&D Operations at Vizient, where his team functions as an internal venture studio, applying AI and experimentation to enhance healthcare performance. He holds both an MD from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from The Wharton School, blending deep clinical knowledge with expertise in venture capital and digital health innovation.

Outside of his professional roles, Jonathans interests include ice hockey, having been a member of the Wharton Hockey League. His passion for healthcare innovation extends to his academic pursuits, where he was active in both the Digital Health and Healthcare Clubs during his MBA, and co-led a study using VR for pain relief.

He possesses a unique combination of frontline clinical insight and venture capital experience, focused on empowering the next generation of physician-innovators.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Senior Director, R&D Operations
Job Level
Senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
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AI in Healthcare
He focuses on leveraging AI for administrative efficiencies in hospitals to reduce burnout and improve workflows, seeking low-risk, high-impact solutions.
Digital Health Solutions
He is actively seeking AI-driven and digital health solutions that can streamline and transform hospital systems administration.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Senior Director, R&D Operations
Vizient, Inc
10-2024 - 8-2025
Senior Director, New Ventures
Vizient, Inc
6-2024 - 9-2024
Principal
LionBird
5-2023 - 6-2024
MBA Associate
LionBird
3-2023 - 3-2024
Director of VC
MD+
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Education
8-2022 - 5-2024
Master of Business Administration - MBA
The Wharton School
8-2019 - 5-2024
Doctor of Medicine - MD
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Bachelor’s Degree
University of Florida
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