February 17, 2026
A collaborative path to improving maternal health through meaningful connections
Rural maternity care has faced growing challenges in recent years. Since the end of 2020, more than 120 rural hospitals across the U.S. have closed their labor and delivery units, and 41 have closed in Iowa alone since 2000. As local options disappear, pregnant patients — particularly those seeking ...
January 6, 2026
Advancing health equity through data, community, and action: Insights from ACHDM leaders
Health equity has become one of the most urgent priorities in healthcare—yet translating intention into meaningful, measurable change remains a challenge for many organizations. In a webinar hosted by the American College of Health Data Management (ACHDM), I was pleased to discuss key industry ...
September 16, 2025
Mobile clinics, farming, and community outreach: how to creatively tackle health equity challenges
As one of the few remaining independent community health systems in the state, Augusta Health originates in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Our service area population includes 350,000 residents across several rural counties and municipalities, our hospital maintains 255 licensed beds, and our ...