Dr. Dara Kass
Demystifying healthcare politics while making clinical medicine easier to understand.
"It’s not about who you vote for, it's what they will do to protect and expand healthcare once they have your vote.”
— Dr. Dara Kass
Credentials Backed by Passion
With a commitment to gender equity and the advancement of women in medicine, Dr. Kass has been a vocal advocate for creating equitable workplaces. Her insights and leadership were particularly instrumental during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she focused on policy and public communication, emphasizing the pandemic's impact on communities and families.
As a Regional Director at the US Department of Health and Human Services, based in New York City, Dr. Kass worked tirelessly to advance crucial health initiatives, including reproductive rights, mental health, and explaining the expanded Medicare benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act to seniors all over her region. Her role encompassed engaging with local stakeholders and disseminating vital information to over 30 million residents across New York, New Jersey, the Caribbean U.S. territories, and several Tribal Nations.
Areas of Expertise
Public Messaging
Dr. Kass excels in Public Messaging, where she brings healthcare discussions to life for the general public. Through TV appearances, media interviews, radio and podcast discussions, and op-eds, she makes complex healthcare topics relatable and understandable. Her talent lies in storytelling, weaving the impact of healthcare policies into everyday life.
Dr. Kass is a skilled educator, capable of translating medical jargon into language that resonates with everyone. Whether it's speaking on national platforms or engaging with local communities, she aims to empower people with knowledge, helping them understand how healthcare affects their lives. Dr. Kass's expertise in public messaging is ideal for networks and organizations seeking to amplify their healthcare communication, providing validation and a voice to essential health topics.
Strategic Consulting
In Strategic Consulting, Dr. Kass focuses on creating sustainable impacts in healthcare through advocacy and innovation. She specializes in building organizations that not only address immediate healthcare needs but also pave the way for long-term solutions. Her approach involves envisioning and implementing strategies that bring together public and private resources to improve healthcare delivery.
A key area of her expertise is in expanding and optimizing Telehealth services, especially in regions where traditional clinics face challenges. Dr. Kass's strategic consulting extends to partner development, community organizing, and messaging strategies, all aimed at creating a significant impact. Her role often involves identifying critical healthcare problems, pinpointing the right stakeholders in state and local governments, and pivoting strategies to engage groups for mutually beneficial outcomes. Dr. Kass's work as a strategic consultant is characterized by her ability to act as an accelerator, pushing forward innovative solutions in healthcare.
The Mission: Simplifying Healthcare
Dr. Kass believes in breaking down the complexities of healthcare for the average person. She recognizes the political charge in healthcare and strives to set aside biases, offering clarity and understanding. She's not just a doctor on TV; she's a practicing physician who understands the real-world implications of healthcare policies on people’s lives.
In the press
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2024 brings big drug cost savings for Medicare seniors
When was the last time your medical costs went down? This is what is happening for seniors on Medicare Part D, because of President Biden’s lower cost prescription drug law – the Inflation Reduction Act.
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I have Narcan in my house. Now you can, too.
“Do you know where I can get Narcan? I am going on the senior trip, and I want to take some with me,” a fellow…
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Another Voice: Get these fall immunizations for protection and peace of mind
This fall, in addition to the Covid-19 and flu vaccines, FDA-approved RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) immunizations are now available for the first time.
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Medical professionals to NRA: Guns are our lane. Help us reduce deaths or move over.
The NRA should work with us to reduce the death toll from guns. We bear witness to this devastating epidemic…
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“They Ignored the Warning Signs”: A New York City ER Doctor Explains What She’s Up Against
Dara Kass is a doctor but she is also a public speaker, a political activist, and a Park Slope mother of three…
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Donating an Organ to My Son
Sammy was born small and had a hard time gaining weight. When he was 2 months old we learned he had a rare…
Advocacy and Innovation at the Forefront
A firm believer in the need for more advocates for healthcare innovation and expansion, Dr. Kass is committed to accelerating these processes. Her approach is not about following trends but creating sustainable impacts through strategic consulting and public messaging.
Dara Kass, MD
A renowned physician, educator, and advocate, bridges the gap between healthcare and the public, translating clinical medicine and healthcare policy into language that is accessible and informative for people of all backgrounds.
Who is Dr. Dara Kass?
Dr. Kass is not just a physician; she's a mom, a wife, and a daughter, deeply connected to the community she serves. Her journey in medicine began at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, followed by an Emergency Medicine residency at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. Her career has spanned various roles - from resident education at Staten Island University Hospital to Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Columbia University School of Medicine.
Together, we can create sustainable impact in healthcare through advocacy and innovation.
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