Claire Spanbock is a seasoned healthcare leader with extensive experience in perioperative services, regulatory compliance, and executive coaching. With a career spanning over three decades, she has led transformational initiatives in surgical service line optimization, patient experience enhancement, and leadership development. As a Certified Performance Coach, she specializes in guiding nursing leaders through organizational change, leveraging experiential learning to foster resilience and drive operational excellence. Her leadership roles, including serving as Regional Director of Perioperative Services at Kaiser Permanente, have positioned her as a trusted advisor in healthcare transformation.

Claire’s expertise includes opening and accrediting hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers, implementing innovative surgical care models such as Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), and integrating patient and family perspectives to improve satisfaction scores. She is recognized for her ability to lead through crises, including pandemics, wildfires, and labor disruptions, ensuring continuity of care and operational efficiency. With a deep commitment to leadership development and team empowerment, Claire collaborates with organizations to build high-performing teams and sustainable healthcare solutions.