Eliot Jekowsky, Ph.D., M.D.

Eliot Jekowsky, Ph.D., M.D. is a distinguished clinician, physician executive, and medical policy specialist with more than two decades of experience at the intersection of medicine, science, and healthcare economics. As the Founder and Principal of Eliot Jekowsky and Associates, he partners with healthcare technology companies to streamline the reimbursement process, helping them secure payer coverage and navigate the complex landscape between FDA approval and insurance acceptance. His extensive background as a former Medical Director for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts gives him a unique understanding of payer expectations, medical necessity criteria, and the intricacies of evidence-based policy development.

Throughout his career, Dr. Jekowsky has been recognized for his ability to bridge scientific innovation and market access. His work involves developing sound clinical evidence strategies, translating complex policy language into actionable insights, and guiding clients through every stage of product positioning—from investigational status to approved coverage. His clients value his strategic mindset, analytical precision, and commitment to transparency, which have consistently resulted in improved reimbursement outcomes for emerging and established healthcare technologies alike.

Dr. Jekowsky’s academic journey began with a B.S. in Chemistry from Queen’s College, followed by completion of an M.D.-Ph.D. program at MIT and the University of Miami. After board certifications in Internal and Emergency Medicine, he transitioned from clinical practice to healthcare management, earning an M.B.A. from Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business. Today, he continues to leverage his multidisciplinary expertise to help healthcare innovators bring life-changing technologies to patients—transforming complex reimbursement challenges into pathways for access and success.

• D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University - M.B.A. in High Technology, Business Administration and Management, General
• University of Miami Miller School of Medicine - M.D.
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Ph.D, Biochemistry

• Internal Medicine
• Emergency Medicine

• American Heart Association
• First Parish Unitarian

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