BETHESDA, MD. (March 19. 2025) – The Friends of Patients at the NIH, a 501c3 charitable organization providing hope by giving emotional and financial support to patients receiving groundbreaking and life-saving treatments at the NIH, announces that Mrs. Meghan Hendery has been elected to its board of directors.
Mrs. Hendery has over 15 years of experience in healthcare and service delivery transformation. She currently serves as a Principal in KPMG’s Advisory Practice, where she focuses on enhancing the value of healthcare through strategic planning, implementation, and operationalization of public health programs. Her extensive understanding of public policy and its impact on health and human service initiatives has made her a respected leader in the field.
“I am thrilled to return to my passion for the mission of the NIH and to contribute to the incredible work being carried out by Friends of Patients at NIH,” said Meg Hendery. “This organization plays a crucial role in supporting patients and their families receiving care at the NIH, ensuring they have the resources and assistance they need during their treatment. I am honored to be part of this meaningful mission.”
“We are very excited to have Meghan join our board,” said Heidi Williams. “She brings an extensive background with deep knowledge of working in both the public and private sectors. I’m thrilled to have someone with her passion for the mission at the NIH and her heartfelt dedication to serving patients in need. I look forward to working with her on our board as we navigate the ever evolving environment at the NIH and focus on enhancing the program services we provide for patients and families.”
Meg earned her undergraduate degree from Northeastern University and a Master of Science from Columbia University. She lives in Brookeville, MD, with her husband Joe and their four children.
About Friends of Patients at the NIH
Located in the Clinical Center on the campus of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Friends of Patients at the NIH is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing emotional and financial support to patients in need so that they can participate in their treatments at the NIH from start to finish. Friends at NIH provides patients and their caregivers with funds for housing, transportation, and social outings. To learn more, visit https://www.friendsatnih.org.
Contacts:
Heidi Williams, Chief Executive Officer, Friends of Patients at the NIH
o: 301-401-0193
heidi@friendsatnih.org
