Catherine Hayes

Catherine Hayes is a highly experienced healthcare professional with a focus on serving marginalized populations. Currently serving as President and Co-Founder of Cardea Health since January 2021, Catherine directs a non-profit organization dedicated to healthcare delivery programs. As Interim Medical Director at Project Roomkey for Alameda County Healthcare for the Homeless, Catherine oversees clinical services and operations for emergency housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Previous roles include Director of Student Health Services at Washington Township Medical Foundation and Respite Nurse at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program. Catherine has also held positions with Médecins Sans Frontières in various capacities, including Head Nurse and Field Nurse, in challenging environments across the globe. Catherine's educational qualifications include a Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health and a Master’s Degree in Family Nurse Practitioner from Boston College.