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Telling the Hospital Story
Chair File: Reaffirming the Vital Role of Hospitals and Health Systems
No other part of the health care sector does more than our nation’s hospitals and health systems to support patients and communities. Our doors are always open, 24/7, and ready to serve patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
Leadership Dialogue, Innovation/New Models of Care, Innovation, Performance improvement, Leadership Dialogue
Chair File: Leadership Dialogue — Creating a Culture of Innovation with Robert C. Garrett of Hackensack Meridian Health
On this episode, I talk with Bob Garrett, CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health, based in New Jersey. Bob and I discuss the important role of hospitals and health systems in leading medical research and innovation to transform health care and make patient care better, accessible and more efficient.
Disaster/Outbreak Preparedness, Emergency Readiness
Chair File: Effectively Preparing for and Responding to Public Health Emergencies
The COVID-19 pandemic, opioid crisis and mpox outbreak. Hurricanes Ian and Fiona. Severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in Kentucky. Wildfires and straight-line winds in New Mexico.
Quality & Patient Safety, Infection Prevention and Control
Chair File: Delivering Safe, Reliable Patient Care This Week and Every Week
March 12–18 is Patient Safety Awareness Week.
Leadership, AHA Annual Membership Meeting, AHA Leadership Summit, AONL Annual Conference
Chair File: Opportunities to Connect as We Work Together to Advance Health in America
There are excellent opportunities in the coming months to connect with colleagues across the country on the most important issues facing our field.
Rural issues, Leadership Dialogue
Chair File: Leadership Dialogue — Strengthening Rural Health Care with Jennifer Havens
On this episode, I talk with Jennifer Havens, CEO of UnityPoint Health – Grinnell Regional Medical Center, a 49-bed hospital serving several counties in Iowa.
Leadership, Mentoring
Chair File: Preparing Health Care Leaders for the Challenges of Today and the Future
If you’re interested in expanding your knowledge and skills and making transformative changes at your hospital or health system, visit AHA.org to learn more about this competitive fellowship program.
Rural issues
Chair File: Ensuring Rural Hospitals and Communities Are Healthy
Nearly 1,200 health care leaders from rural hospitals, health systems and health clinics, as well as rural associations and community health organizations, will convene Feb. 19–22 in San Antonio for the AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference.
Leadership, Workforce, Virtual Care and Virtual Reality (VR), Leadership Dialogue
Chair File: Leadership Dialogue — Discussing Creative Approaches to Health Care Challenges with Wright L. Lassiter III
This year I’ll be continuing the AHA Leadership Dialogue series and talking with health care, business and community leaders on trending topics in the field.
Joining me for the first dialogue in 2023 is Wright L. Lassiter III, CEO of CommonSpirit Health and immediate past chair of the AHA Board of Trustees.
Wright and I discuss key issues facing our field, including workforce, virtual care and partnerships. We talk about how hospitals and health systems can continue to evolve the care we provide and better meet the changing needs of our patients and communities.
Collaboration & Partnerships, Leadership, Advocacy & Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Access & Health Coverage
Chair File: A Shared Purpose of Providing Better Health Care for All
For the past 125 years, the AHA has been a tireless advocate for the health care field, patients, and communities.