2026 AHA Rural Hospital Excellence in Innovation Award Applications Now Open
(Aug. 8, 2025) – The
Rural Hospital Excellence in Innovation Award honors rural hospitals that are leading the way in innovative, sustainable and community-centered care. If your hospital is operating unique programs and services that address health care challenges in your community, submit an application by noon on Friday, Aug. 29. Honorees will be recognized at the American Hospital Association's Rural Health Care Leadership Summit in February 2026.
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Karen Braman