Rob Edwards serves the University of Kentucky’s academic medical center, UK HealthCare, as the chief of external affairs and AVP, Health System Administration. In this role he is responsible for clinical partnerships, health policy, brand and digital strategy, clinical contracting and leading on other strategic opportunities.

Previously, Rob served in various positions appointed by Kentucky’s Governor in the Cabinet for Health & Family Services, including chief of staff, budget director and legislative director. He earned his doctor of public health from the UK College of Public Health, his Master of Business Administration from the University of Louisville and undergraduate degree from Centre College.