Richard Priore

Dr. Richard Priore is a Professor in the Department of Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences at the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University. He teaches graduate and doctoral courses in healthcare financial management and managerial economics, contributing to public health leadership education.

His research focuses on healthcare financial decision-making, leadership development, and physician-hospital alignment. He emphasizes strengthening leadership capacity through effective financial management and advancing health equity in underserved communities. His work bridges executive practice and academic scholarship in health systems management.

The recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a strong thematic focus on making the business case for quality, monetizing healthcare quality, and organizational alignment. These works form a cohesive series that connects financial strategy with clinical outcomes and leadership communication in healthcare settings.

Scientific Awards:

• 2024 Tulane University Innovation Institute (TUII) Innovation Grant
• 2023 American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Exemplary Service Award
• 2021 American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Regent Award for Senior-Level Healthcare Executive
• 2019 American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Distinguished Service Award
• 2016 American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Service Award

Dr. Priore advises graduate and doctoral students in public health leadership and healthcare management. His work is supported by institutional grants, including the 2024 TUII Innovation Grant. He brings over 30 years of executive experience from hospitals, academic health systems, and consulting, enriching his teaching and mentorship with real-world insights.

He is affiliated with the Department of Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences and contributes to research and teaching within Tulane’s public health ecosystem. His engagement with professional organizations like ACHE and his board certification in healthcare management further strengthen his role in shaping future healthcare leaders.