About
Karen Weiner MD, MMM, MA
CEO and founder of Proprio Consulting, Dr. Weiner is a seasoned senior-level physician leader and sought-after speaker who serves as an advisor and organizational diagnostician, supporting leaders across the US. Her experience leading a large multi-specialty healthcare organization through a global pandemic, extensive organizational chang
CEO and founder of Proprio Consulting, Dr. Weiner is a seasoned senior-level physician leader and sought-after speaker who serves as an advisor and organizational diagnostician, supporting leaders across the US. Her experience leading a large multi-specialty healthcare organization through a global pandemic, extensive organizational change initiatives and an acquisition by a Fortune 6 company, as well as her service on many boards including the American Medical Group Association (AMGA), has provided her with the experience and perspective to positively impact organizations of all sizes.
She has a specific interest in organizational system change within healthcare, leadership during times of change, burnout prevention and workforce wellbeing. Her work on these topics has been included in publications such as NEJM, The Physician Leadership Journal and AMGA’s Group Practice Journal.
Dr. Weiner earned her medical degree from the University of Southern California and completed her pediatric residency at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland, Oregon. She received a master’s degree in Medical Management at the University of Southern California and a master’s degree in Organizational Psychology and Change Leadership at Columbia University. Dr. Weiner practiced primary care pediatrics with Oregon Medical Group for 20 years and served on their board of directors for 6 years before becoming CEO in 2016. She became CEO/founder of Proprio Consulting in 2022.