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Applications are now open for the 2027 cohort of the Healthcare Leadership Academy (HLA), a partnership between the AzHHA Foundation and Creighton University’s College of Professional and Continuing Education. The HLA is designed for mid-level managers and early-state executives at AzHHA member hospitals to help prepare rising leaders for future C-suite roles through healthcare-focused leadership…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 22, 2026) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) announced the winners of the Grassroots Champion Award and Legislator of the Year Award earlier today at a luncheon as part of the 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference in Tucson. The American Hospital Association (AHA), in partnership with AzHHA, recognized Steve Purves,…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 22, 2026) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) Board of Directors announced today it approved five new healthcare executives to serve on its board and confirmed its roster for 2027. The following Arizona healthcare executives were approved to join the AzHHA Board of Directors on Thursday: Billy Gardner, CEO, Summit…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 21, 2026) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) announced the winners of the 2026 AzHHA Quality Awards earlier today at a luncheon as part of the 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference in Tucson. For the Fourth Annual AzHHA Quality Awards, awards were given for two categories: Outstanding Patient/Community Impact and…

The 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference is next month! In addition to inspiring keynote speakers and panels, we are also proud to present sessions in key areas of interest:  Care excellence and patient safety  Reducing behavioral health bottlenecks: Strategies to improve throughput and access  ADHS vision and strategic priorities  Financial strategy and sustainability  Medicaid work requirements: Protecting…

The report details AzHHA’s 2026 advocacy efforts including:  Increasing transparency in health insurance practices.  Streamlining state regulatory oversight.  Strengthening behavioral health operations.  Preserving access to rural cancer treatment.  Clarifying Arizona’s Safe Haven law.  Safeguarding critical funding and preparing the state’s Medicaid program for federal policy changes.  The big picture: These legislative victories are a direct result of AzHHA members’ bold advocacy…

Last chance to receive the early bird discount on registration for the 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference.  What you need to know: You must register by Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, to receive the discount.  Take advantage of our buy five – get one free offer for teams.  We also offer early bird member ($600) rates.  Conference registration prices will…

Applications for the Creighton University Emerging Leaders in Healthcare Scholarships are due by Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026.  Two scholarships will be awarded to selected applicants for the 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference, Oct. 21-23, 2026, at the El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort.   What does the scholarship include?  Each scholarship will assist with registration, travel and accommodation expenses for the conference up to $2,500.  …

The 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference will be held at the El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort on Oct. 21-23.  Register now to take advantage of the early bird discount.   The discount is available until Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026.  The big picture: This educational event is dedicated to supporting a vibrant healthcare delivery system, including a robust network of…

This year’s conference theme is “Arizona hospitals: Commitment to care,” which underscores the essential role hospital leaders play in advancing quality, access and transformative care while strategically guiding complex organizations in service to patients, communities and Arizona’s healthcare future.  Featured keynote sessions  Lead through change: Uncertain times demand more certain leaders Juan Bendana, best-selling author of “Confident by…