KAV Health Group, LLC, Hires Kimberly Handegard as New Executive Director

Cincinnati, OH — KAV Health Group, LLC, a leading addiction and mental health services provider in Ohio, has named Kimberly Handegard as its new executive director. Handegard is a passionate, innovative, and analytical health care professional who has more than 19 years of experience in caring for patients and their needs. She has a background working in behavioral health and hospital operations and with medication assisted treatment (MAT) programs.

“I am very excited to serve in this role and I believe that KAV Health Group has a talented leadership team with a genuine interest in clinical excellence, reducing stigma, and positively impacting the lives of those suffering from addiction and mental health conditions,” said Handegard.

In addition to being a quick learner, flexible, and both process and detail oriented, Handegard has proven her excellence in operations, quality assurance, claims analysis, financial management principles and practices, strategic planning, and people management. She has also consistently demonstrated an ability to effectively manage through conflict and gain the loyalty and respect of her fellow team members, who appreciate her servant leadership style, empathy, and emotional intelligence.

Handegard has extensive health care experience in a variety of roles and specialties. She has previously served as an executive and operational manager and has performed various functions such as revenue-cycle analysis, billing, regulation and compliance monitoring, marketing and outreach, RSD (research, design and development), and other leadership facets. She has worked with a range of practices, including many large and national mental health agencies, and has overseen clinical and medical departments in an overarching executive capacity at a large agency.

As KAV Health Group’s new executive director, Handegard will oversee all aspects of the practice’s comprehensive approach to mental health and addiction treatment. They employ compassionate and expert professionals who work closely together to create personalized mental health and addiction management plans for clients.

KAV Health Group is also known for its tailored medication assisted treatment (MAT) programs for clients with addiction and substance abuse disorders to help reduce and calm the brain’s cravings for substances like opioids, so patients can completely focus their minds on healing through counseling and therapy. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) at KAV Health Group uses FDA Approved medications to enhance patients’ lives and make mental health and addiction issues more manageable.

KAV Health Group’s expert team cares for clients at physical locations across Ohio, including in Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. Their licensed professionals provide services for a range of mental health issues, and extensive addiction recovery programs to heal client’s minds and bodies. The practice is also proud to often accommodate same-day appointments. For more information or to get help for you or a loved one, call (937)-340-2880 or visit www.kavrecovery.com.

About KAV Health Group, LLC

KAV Health Group, LLC, is a trusted mental health and addiction treatment provider that serves clients in Ohio with proven methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and medicated assisted treatment (MAT) programs. KAV Health Group offers its patients a comprehensive approach to mental health and addiction and focuses on healing and growth. KAV Health Group uses licensed doctors and professionals, and its doctors take appointments six days a week, with same-day appointments available. Clients at KAV Health Group start with a comprehensive medical assessment before its experienced team of mental health experts customize a treatment plan for each client’s specific needs.

Summary

KAV Health Group, LLC, a respected mental health and addiction treatment provider in Ohio, is proud to welcome Kimberly Handegard as its new executive director.