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July 2024

Trustee Breakfast and Education Session at the KHA Convention
The KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show will be Sept. 7-8, at the Hyatt Regency Wichita and Century II Convention Center in Wichita. The trustee registration fee is only $25.
 

Navigating the Future: The Imperative of Effective Trustee Succession Planning
The governance and leadership provided by hospital boards of trustees is the cornerstone of institutional resilience and strategic direction. Effectively planning for future board members is not only a practical necessity, but a strategic imperative to ensure long-term hospital success.
 

How to Be a Good Health Care Career Advocate
Workforce remains a top priority for all health care leaders. Board members are positioned to be excellent advocates for this critically important issue within the walls of their hospital, but also for the communities they serve.
 

Hospital Finance Basics Series – an Excellent Resource for Trustees
Hospitals operate in a unique economic environment. KHA now has four instructional hospital finance briefs focusing on, revenue, costs, EMTALA and understanding a hospital bill. KHA always is available to answer your questions about hospital finance.
 

Safety Speaks Podcast – Unifying Hospital Boards on Quality and Safety
AHA has launched an Advancing Health series where hospital and health system leaders share successes from their organizations' patient safety efforts.
 

340B Drug Discount Program Supports Kansans
Kansas hospitals are committed to providing compassionate health care to all Kansans. While unwavering in that commitment, many stiff headwinds are starting to test the ability to maintain that promise.
 

Trustees of the Year to be Recognized at the KHA Convention
It is with pleasure that the Kansas Hospital Association recognizes hospital trustees who provide outstanding contributions through their leadership and governance. Congratulations to our seven nominees.
 

We Look Forward to Seeing You at the KHA-PAC Events!
The KHA-PAC has planned several activities for hospital leadership teams and board members. Don’t miss the great ways you can participate, from golf to our silent auction to a night at the museum and more. Mark your calendars now for these great events!
 

Has Your CEO Been Introduced to All KHA Can Offer?
Each January and July, the Kansas Hospital Association has the privilege to host a new CEO orientation. This is a semi-annual gathering of CEOs who have recently taken on their position in a Kansas hospital.
 

We CARE We VOTE
Part of KHA's advocacy efforts is encouraging members to vote and be involved in the process. We invite you to use our ready-made 2024 We CARE We VOTE Campaign to mobilize your hospital's employees in this important election year.
 

Federal Advocacy Update
While presidential politics dominate the airwaves, now is a good time to take stock of where things stand mid-year on the Hill.