MedQuest Associates (MedQuest), a leading owner, operator, and manager of outpatient diagnostic imaging facilities in the U.S., has appointed Nilesh Rajadhyax as Chief Operating Officer. Rajadhyax joined on April 1 and is tasked with driving enterprise operations and financial performance. He reports to CEO Jason Howard and sits on the Executive Leadership Council.

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Leading outpatient imaging partner MedQuest has tapped tenured healthcare leader Nilesh Rajadhyax as COO. (Photo: Business Wire)

"Nilesh’s experience as an executive in patient-focused, field-based healthcare organizations and as a healthcare consultant at McKinsey makes him an excellent fit for MedQuest," said Howard. “As we grow, he will ensure that our infrastructure and operations are scaleable, innovative, and sustainable, supporting our mission for our patients and health system partners."

Rajadhyax has consistently delivered business unit growth, operational improvements, and technology enhancements in the healthcare sector. He served as the chief operating officer and interim CEO at Great Expressions Dental Centers before joining MedQuest. Prior to that, he held senior roles with Heartland Dental and TransUnion. Rajadhyax also spent seven years at McKinsey & Company focused primarily on corporate strategy and operational efficiency opportunities within multiple healthcare-related organizations.

“Driven by an aging baby-boomer population, advances in technology, and changes to insurance coverage, the demand for high-quality, cost-effective outpatient imaging services is greater than ever and will continue to grow,” said Rajadhyax. “I’m honored to join a company so committed to meeting this demand while improving the experience for patients, physicians, and healthcare systems.”

Rajadhyax received his undergraduate degree in chemical engineering from the University of Mumbai and completed postgraduate studies, including master’s degrees in engineering and business administration, at the University of Texas at Austin.

About MedQuest Associates

Founded in 1996, MedQuest is a leading outpatient imaging partner in the United States. Through direct ownership and joint ventures, the company operates a network of 45 centers that provide high-quality diagnostic imaging solutions for patients, referring physicians, and hospitals. Proprietary systems and processes enable MedQuest to optimize operations, control costs, and deliver an unmatched patient experience. To learn more, visit www.mqimaging.com.

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“Driven by an aging baby-boomer population, advances in technology, and changes to insurance coverage, the demand for high-quality, cost-effective outpatient imaging services is greater than ever and will continue to grow"