Amitabh Chandra

Amitabh Chandra serves as the Henry & Allison McCance Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and Director of Health Policy Research at Harvard Kennedy School of Government. His dual appointment positions him uniquely to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and practical healthcare challenges facing organizations and policymakers today.

Chandra's research focuses on healthcare economics, where he examines the complex systems that drive medical policy and delivery. His work provides critical insights into how healthcare organizations can operate more effectively while improving patient outcomes.

By analyzing the economic forces that shape medical systems, he helps leaders understand the underlying mechanics of healthcare performance and develop strategies that address both efficiency and quality concerns. His research illuminates pathways for systemic improvement that can benefit patients, providers, and policymakers alike.