Michael Kokott

Michael Kokott has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry spanning over four decades. Michael started their career in 1978 as a Respiratory professional at KishHealth System. From there, they worked at various hospitals and healthcare facilities, including Michael Reese Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and University of Illinois Hospital, gaining experience in respiratory therapy and clinical coordination.

In 1989, Kokott joined Kishwaukee Community Hospital as the Director of Respiratory Care, and later became the Director of Respiratory and Rehabilitative Services. During their time at Kishwaukee/Valley West Hospitals, where they joined in 1998 as the Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Planning, Kokott achieved significant milestones in business development. Michael recruited over 24 physicians, established 13 ambulatory centers, and led successful marketing campaigns in intervention cardiology and interventional radiology/electrophysiology.

In 2017, Kokott joined Northwestern Medicine as the Vice President of Operations, overseeing multiple departments and hospitals within the organization. Michael is recognized for their expertise in developing new service lines, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving operational excellence. Throughout their career, Kokott has consistently demonstrated strong leadership skills and a commitment to employee satisfaction.

Overall, Michael Kokott's career trajectory showcases their progressively increasing responsibilities and their ability to drive growth and success in healthcare organizations.

Michael Kokott earned a Masters degree in Business Administration from Northern Illinois University in 1996. Prior to that, they completed a Respiratory Care Program at Northwestern University in 1984. Additionally, they obtained a B.S in Management and Finance from Northern Illinois University.