Brian Holzer
Executive and career coach for healthcare leaders and MBA applicants
| Hourly rate range | $125 to $200 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Leadership developmentTransitions and new rolesPhysician and healthcare leadersCareer changeJob searchPromotions and advancementNew grads and studentsHealthcare careersMBA admissions |
| Works with | Students, Physicians, Executives and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Admissions consultant |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Physician (MD); Wharton MBA |
| Practice | QuadAim Advisory LLC |
Brian Holzer is an executive and career coach who works with MBA applicants, recent grads, physician executives and other professionals. He is a physician with a Wharton MBA and has been CEO twice at private equity-backed companies. He has 20+ years in healthcare, across biotech, health insurance, health systems, behavioral health and post-acute care. He moved from clinical medicine to the C-suite and now helps others make career moves and reach executive roles.
What Brian helps with
Brian helps clients through big career transitions and the climb into executive leadership. He also helps people balance ambition with life outside work.
- Applying to business school
- Landing a first job after an MBA
- Breaking into healthcare strategy
- Moving from clinical work into leadership
- Advancing to the C-suite
- Handling complex career transitions
- Balancing ambition with real life
Who Brian works with
Brian coaches MBA applicants, recent grads and physician executives. He also works with other professionals at all levels who want to change careers or move into executive leadership. Many of his clients are interested in healthcare.
Background and qualifications
Brian is a physician executive with a Wharton MBA. He has been CEO twice at private equity-backed companies and has over 20 years of experience in healthcare. His work spans biotech, health insurance, health systems, behavioral health and post-acute care, from early-stage startups to large enterprise operations. He knows both fee-for-service and value-based care models. He has worked closely with payers, providers, ACOs, employers and physician groups.
Brian Holzer pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching sessions
- Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends and holidays
Brian Holzer reviews
Brian Holzer has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He is a physician who moved from clinical medicine to CEO roles, so he knows the path from doctor to C-suite firsthand.
Best for physicians, MBA applicants and healthcare professionals planning a career move or a path to executive leadership.
Common questions
How much does Brian Holzer charge?
Coaching with Brian runs $125 to $200 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Brian Holzer help with?
Brian Holzer helps with applying to business school, landing a first job after an MBA, breaking into healthcare strategy and moving from clinical work into leadership.
Does Brian Holzer coach online?
Sessions are online.
Does Brian Holzer have reviews?
Brian Holzer has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 12 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Brian Holzer certified?
Brian Holzer lists: Physician (MD); Wharton MBA.
Does Brian Holzer work with physicians moving into leadership?
Yes. Brian coaches physician executives and has made the move from clinical medicine to the C-suite himself.
Can Brian work around a busy schedule?
Yes. He can meet on nights, weekends or holidays with some notice.
How do I contact Brian Holzer?
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