The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania

In a recent story for Becker's Healthcare, Alan Condon explores the complex mix of factors that jeopardize access to care in Pennsylvania communities and make it harder to sustain hospital care compared to other states. Among the top reasons for Pennsylvania's unique challenges: ❌ Chronic underpayment from Medicaid for the care hospitals provide patients ❌ Persistent health care workforce shortages ❌ The most out-of-balance medical liability climate nationally Read the story for insights from Nicole Stallings, Brian Devine, CPA, and Radha A. Savitala - https://lnkd.in/eCJzrZtW.

HAP’s Southeast Connect is back! Join us on November 7, 2025 at the Sheraton Valley Forge for the region’s premier health care event. Southeast Connect brings together health care executives and hospital leaders to network, learn, and celebrate the region’s best-of-the-best. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eRqnYmdQ.

🏥 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗔𝗣'𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eFBK5tGb! Our annual symposium offers a dynamic platform for health care leaders, clinicians, and quality improvement professionals to come together in pursuit of safer, more equitable, and higher-quality care across the commonwealth.

🏥 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐀𝐏'𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦: https://lnkd.in/eGKGDNTn Our annual symposium offers a dynamic platform for health care leaders, clinicians, and quality improvement professionals to come together in pursuit of safer, more equitable, and higher-quality care across the commonwealth. This two-day event will feature: ✅ Expert-led sessions on patient and workplace safety, as well as the latest innovations to improve health outcomes and address disparities. ✅ A focus on artificial intelligence (AI) as a catalyst to drive quality improvement to the next level. ✅ Practical insights into current vaccine recommendations, common safety concerns, and the growing impact of vaccine hesitancy. ✅ Networking opportunities with peers committed to transforming care. ✅ Continuing education credits for eligible attendees. 🔗 Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/eGKGDNTn #PatientSafety #HealthEquity #QualityImprovement #HealthcareLeadership #HAPSymposium2025

PA educators: Introduce students to rewarding careers our communities need through our free virtual career exploration featuring real PA health care professionals. Nov. 12 & 19 | 9 a.m.

Are you a Pennsylvania educator or parent looking to introduce students to high-demand careers that our communities need? Our free two-day Virtual Health Care Career Exploration series (November 12 & 19 at 9 a.m.) gives students an up-close look at careers in health care. Students will meet professionals working in medical assisting, inpatient nursing, physical and occupational therapy, emergency medical services, pharmacy, and sterile processing. Students will get an inside look at their work, learn about their education and career paths, and hear their advice about entering the health care field. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gzPpm95A.