A nationally certified surgical PA with 25+ years in the OR, Karen leads KODA Ideaworks with deep clinical insight and an unshakable commitment to frontline safety. Her experience drives practical solutions that protect healthcare workers where it matters most.
Karen Orr is a nationally certified Physician Assistant with more than 25 years of experience in General Surgery. As CEO and Co-Founder of KODA Ideaworks, she brings deep clinical expertise and a clear vision for advancing safety across healthcare settings. Her background in high-volume surgical environments has given her firsthand insight into the systemic risks that frontline providers face every day.
Karen’s leadership at KODA Ideaworks is rooted in a clinician-first philosophy. She plays a key role in guiding product strategy, clinical partnerships, and operational standards to ensure every solution aligns with the realities of modern care delivery. Her experience with procedural workflows, compliance requirements, and frontline safety informs the company’s approach to building tools that are practical, effective, and easy to adopt.
Through KODA Ideaworks, Karen is helping to redefine how safety innovations are developed and deployed. Her work reflects a broader commitment to protecting healthcare professionals and supporting the systems they work within. From product development to purpose-driven partnerships, she is building a company that prioritizes protection, integrity, and lasting clinical impact.
