Linda Vila, JD, CHC, CPHRM

Linda Vila brings substantial experience in higher education leadership, teaching, scholarship and service in accredited programs in health administration, health sciences and social work, having served as a faculty member at LIU Post for almost thirty years and wearing such hats as Chair, Program Director, Associate Dean and Director of Clinical Placements. Linda is also adjunct faculty at St. John’s Law School and teaches Bioethics and Health Law.
 

In addition to her academic background and expertise, Linda possesses significant management and practical, hands-on experience in the health industry. She most recently was Associate General Counsel for Nuvance Health, a member of the Northwell Health Network, and previously held senior legal, risk management and compliance positions in health organizations throughout New York City and Westchester County. Her professional panorama is extensive and far-reaching.
 

Linda loves teaching, coaching and working with students. She believes that the learning process happens both inside and outside of the confines of a classroom and subscribes to the concept that we are all lifelong learners. Linda enjoys providing students with real world experiences and exposing them to issues and situations they will undoubtedly encounter in their practice. She is a proponent of interprofessional education and looks forward to working with faculty and staff to foster partnerships and collaborations to enhance student learning, development and networking experiences. Similarly, Linda loves being a trusted colleague and faculty member providing leadership and support to her team and teammates.
 

A graduate of Hunter College of CUNY and Brooklyn Law School as well as the Institute of Healthcare Improvement Executive Leadership Program, Linda enjoys golfing, reading, cooking and traveling.