News releases
Phoenix, Ariz. (Nov. 6, 2025) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) today expressed strong support and gratitude to Governor Katie Hobbs for submitting Arizona’s application to the federal government’s Rural Health Transformation Program, a landmark initiative designed to strengthen healthcare access and quality in rural communities. “Governor Hobbs’ leadership in securing this funding opportunity is critical for Arizona’s rural hospitals…
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Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 30, 2025) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) announced today that Roland Knox, retired CEO of Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center, is the recipient of the 2025 Salsbury Award. Named in honor of the late Dr. Clarence G. Salsbury, a respected missionary physician who advocated for access to healthcare, especially the underserved,…
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Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 30, 2025)Â – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) Board of Directors announced today it approved two new healthcare executives, Jennifer Nunez, CEO of Agave Ridge Behavioral Hospital and Wesley Babers, CEO of White Mountain Regional Medical Center, to serve on its board and confirmed its roster for 2026. In association with…
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Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 29, 2025) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) announced the winners of the 2025 AzHHA Quality Awards were recognized earlier today at a luncheon as part of the 2025 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference in Tucson. For the Third Annual AzHHA Quality Awards, awards were given for two categories: Outstanding Patient/Community…
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The September 2025 cohort started on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) is proud to announce that the sixth cohort of the Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses has commenced. The program supports and develops new nurses, provides evidence-based professional development, accelerates the novice nurse to a competent…
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After more than four decades of service to the healthcare community, Vicki Buchda, M.S., R.N., NEA-BC, will retire from her role as senior vice president of care improvement at the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) at the end of this year. Vicki’s career has been defined by her unwavering commitment to advancing health and…
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The 2025 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: Innovation Innovating to build and sustain the healthcare workforce Reimagining the healthcare experience in 2025 and beyond Leadership The power of storytelling in healthcare communications Leading…
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The report details AzHHA’s 2025 advocacy efforts including: Holding healthcare insurers accountable, including reducing credentialing delays and protecting patients from algorithm-driven denials. Addressing the maternal health crisis in Arizona. Strengthening Arizona’s healthcare workforce. Pushing for reform for interfacility transportation. Ensuring that hospitals do not face additional cuts. The big picture:Â These legislative victories are a direct…
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Kathy Roat, MSN-PH, RN-BC, CHPN, director of education for Hospice of the Valley, has nearly two decades of experience in nursing which includes bedside care and leadership positions. Kathy joined the nursing profession after spending time as a preschool and elementary school teacher. Now, she’s able to combine her passion of teaching and mentoring with…
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The 2025 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference will take place Oct. 29-31, 2025, at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson. Register today to receive your discount to attend AzHHA’s premiere event. What you need to know:Â You must register by Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, to receive the discount. Take advantage of our buy five – get…
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