Cyndi W. New
Summary
Visionary and dynamic healthcare executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in advancing health equity, diversity, and inclusion. Recognized for driving transformative change in healthcare delivery through strategic planning, fostering community partnerships, and operationalizing health equity principles. Proven expertise in aligning organizational goals with measurable outcomes to reduce disparities and improve community health. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, influencing C-suite leadership, and championing initiatives that foster inclusion, belonging, and equitable care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
System Director of Community Health and Health Equity
Self Regional Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with senior leadership, including CEO, Chief Medical Officer, and VP of HR, to integrate health equity across all organizational priorities
- Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive health equity strategy, addressing social determinants of health and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Convened and facilitated partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance community health outcomes
- Directed departments overseeing prevention, wellness, and access programs, ensuring alignment with organizational and community health goals
- Secured over $25 million in grants and legislative funding to advance system-wide health initiatives
- Led the region's first Perinatal Community Health Worker Initiative, funded through Collaborative Health Communities legislative funds, addressing maternal and infant health disparities
- Established key performance indicators to monitor strategic efforts and communicate results to executive teams and the Board of Trustees
Innovation Manager
South Carolina Hospital Association
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Led statewide initiatives to address healthcare disparities, including DEIB Rural Learning Collaborative and CHNA efforts
- Provided strategic vision and technical assistance to healthcare stakeholders, driving innovative solutions to improve care delivery
- Championed results-based accountability frameworks, ensuring measurable impacts across programs addressing food access, housing, and education
- Secured and managed grants to fund groundbreaking projects aligned with health equity and social determinants of health
Manager of Accountable Care
Self Regional Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed population health services for18,000 covered lives, reducing Medicare readmissions by72% and achieving a $2 million cost savings
- Advanced access initiatives through partnerships with local providers, ensuring underserved populations received necessary care
- Designed and led community health programs addressing social determinants of health, such as transportation and housing support
- Oversaw care transitions, risk stratification, and deployment of community health workers to optimize population health management
- Established innovative reimbursement models for uninsured patients to increase healthcare accessibility
- Enhanced care coordination through data-driven strategies and collaboration with MyHealth First Network and the Care Coordination Institute
Registered Nurse
Self Regional Healthcare/Kershaw Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Delivered high-quality intensive and emergency care to diverse patient populations, managing acute and critical health conditions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless care in a fast-paced environment
Education
Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Leadership Emphasis
Anderson University
01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lander University
01.2002
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Health Equity and DEI Initiatives
- Community Partnership Development
- Organizational Change Leadership
- Population Health Management
- Grant Writing & Administration
- Performance Accountability
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Program Design & Implementation
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
Visionary Leadership for Health Equity and Community Impact
Cyndi New brings unparalleled dedication to improving health equity across diverse populations. Through innovative strategies, collaborative partnerships, and a steadfast commitment to inclusion, she is poised to lead transformative initiatives that drive measurable change and improve community well-being.
Speaking Engagements and Thought Leadership
- Frequent speaker on health equity, community engagement, and innovative healthcare strategies.
- Contributor to industry panels on addressing healthcare disparities and fostering inclusivity in clinical care.
Affiliations
- Vice Chair, Community Initiatives, Inc.
- Member, Voices/Voces Advisory Committee
- Advisor, Community Health Alignment Initiative
- Member, South Carolina American College of Healthcare Executives
- Member, SC Maternal Health Taskforce
- Advisor, Constellation Quality Health Regional Collaborative
- Member, Alliance for a Healthier SC
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented system-wide social determinants of health screening and intervention initiatives.
- Governed the Physician Health Equity Advisory Taskforce, dismantling community health disparities through targeted strategies.
- Pioneered closed-loop referral platforms to improve care coordination and patient experience.
- Directed the creation of community health needs assessments addressing critical disparities in rural healthcare access.
- Partnered with state and national organizations to pilot innovative health literacy and equity programs.
Certification
- Results-Based Accountability Certification, Clear Impact (2021)
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate, USF (2021)
- Accredited Case Manager (ACM), ACMA (2016)
Timeline
System Director of Community Health and Health Equity
Self Regional Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Innovation Manager
South Carolina Hospital Association
01.2019 - 01.2022
Manager of Accountable Care
Self Regional Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Self Regional Healthcare/Kershaw Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lander University
Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Leadership Emphasis
Anderson University
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