Ben Langholz
The MHA at Dartmouth was the perfect fit both academically and personally. In the classroom, I was excited to see that the program was taught out of both the medical school and business school, which felt like the best of both an MBA and an MHA.
Currently I serve as a Global Consulting Manager at Mayo Clinic, where I lead strategic engagements for global health care organizations, providing expertise in areas such as facility development, quality improvement, and service line optimization. I joined Mayo Clinic in 2016, assisting with the implementation of the electronic medical record and worked with the Enterprise Office of Access Management, focusing on patient access initiatives and digital consumer health. Prior to joining Mayo Clinic, I worked at Epic Systems and served as a senior consultant for health care systems across the United States as they implemented or optimized their digital health solutions. I also spent a year teaching AP Statistics and coaching high school soccer at the Asia Pacific International School in Seoul, South Korea.
I enjoy traveling, the outdoors, and sports. I have lived in four and have travelled to over 30 countries. I played division 3 college soccer and have played and coached all of my life. I recently have taken up racquet sports and have been having a lot of playing a lot of squash, padel, and pickleball.
What drew you to pursue an MHA degree?
After working for over a decade for different health care organizations across the country, I felt like I had a lot great health care experience, but wanted a more formal, broad exposure to the industry. I was interested in a program that would help me not only improve my current work, but also provide leadership training for future roles.
Why Dartmouth?
I wanted the more personalized and community-focused experience of an in-person program, but especially with my work travel, I also needed flexibility. Ultimately, the MHA at Dartmouth was the perfect fit both academically and personally. In the classroom, I was excited to see that the program was taught out of both the medical school and business school, which felt like the best of both an MBA and an MHA. I also really liked the hybrid format of intensive weeks in person and online courses.
The ability to continue working full-time with the 2-year track gives me the opportunity to not only apply learnings from the classroom immediately into my work, but also bring experiences from work to contribute to rich conversations with my professors and classmates.”
What has been the best part of the program for you – so far?
The best part of Dartmouth’s MHA program has been the personalized touch I’ve felt with every event and interaction. From the moment I started orientation, with professors and program directors already knowing my name, to dining with faculty, receiving tailored feedback on my assignments, and being matched with an industry mentor within the first month—I've felt like I’m more than just another face in the crowd.
What are your career goals post-MHA?
I want to elevate to increased leadership roles at Mayo Clinic and actively contribute to elevating health care on a global scale.
What would you tell a friend or colleague who was considering Dartmouth’s MHA program?
Especially with the financial challenges many health care institutions are facing, it's imperative that all health care leaders also understand basic business principles. This kind of foundation will help future leaders come up with the creative solutions we’ll need both in the United States and worldwide. If you are considering your future as a health care leader, I would recommend Dartmouth’s MHA program, as the curriculum addresses this important intersection between health care and business.