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Preet Kukreja, a student in the Epidemiology and Biostatistics track, was recognized as one of the Top 25 Emerging Leaders by Modern Healthcare for her significant contribution to the culture of innovation and transformation in the field of healthcare.
The program recognizes the healthcare industry’s rising stars age 40 and under who contribute to a culture of innovation and help their organizations achieve and exceed financial, operational and clinical goals.
Kukreja is the director of Population Health Initiatives at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital and an expert in public health with extensive experience in project and grant-implementation, evaluation and sustainability. She serves as a co-chair of the Program Committee at Healthcare Innovation and Lean Network of New York that brings together Lean and innovation practitioners in healthcare facilities across the state. She also serves as a Judge for the SIIA CODiE Awards, American Best in Business Awards, and Golden Bridge Awards that honors top companies, products and people as leaders in innovation and excellence. She is a certified emergency response team member with New York City Office of Emergency Management which not only prepared her for any emergency situation but also equipped her with the ability to assist the community in times of crisis.
“I am truly humbled and grateful to be recognized,” says Kukreja. “This achievement is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of my team, mentors, and colleagues who have supported and encouraged me along the way. I remain committed to advancing purpose-driven leadership in healthcare and look forward to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.”
She also received acknowledgement and a certificate for playing a prominent role in advancing health equity and preventing COVID-19 in NYC through Public Health Corps.
Preet received her MBA from the Centre for Management Research and Development in India and her master’s in health administration from Hofstra University.
