The leading advocate for hospitals dedicated to equitable, high-quality care for people who face social and financial barriers to health care access
Since 1981, we have advanced policies and programs that promote health, access to care, and equity.
We champion our more than 350 members and their mission to care for low-income and uninsured patients, teach the next generation of health care professionals, and provide lifesaving services for all.
Our hospitals reach outside their walls to create health care access in communities where social, structural, and economic disadvantages threaten health and well-being.
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On the Hill: Government Shutdown Averted
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On the Hill: Government Shutdown Averted
Project Overview: The National Partnership for the Health Care Safety Net
Budget Reconciliation: Analyzing Legislative Text
Pharmacists Practice Medication Therapy Management to Improve Patient Safety
Administration Update: Federal Employee, DEI Lawsuits
Report Shows Essential Hospitals’ Impact on Health Care Access, Economic Vitality
Transforming Telehealth for Multilingual Communities
Beyond Our Walls: Understanding Patient Needs through Historical Framework
President Creates ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Commission
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Staff Self-Scheduling: Boosting Retention and Satisfaction
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Innovative Research
Our Essential Hospitals Institute examines and shares practices that elevate health care quality and equity and improve individual and population health.
Institute ResearchLearning, Leadership, Collaboration
America’s Essential Hospitals offers in-person meetings, distance learning events, and collaborative groups for professionals at every level of your organization. Participate in our programming and join hundreds of health care leaders nationwide as they explore key federal and state health care issues, discover innovative and transformative practices, and hone leadership skills.
Upcoming and Recorded Webinars
Beyond Our Walls: Understanding Patient Needs through Historical Framework
WakeMed’s Beyond our Walls program is a year-long hospital staff training program aimed at shining a light on the health inequities that impact Wake County and identifying strategies to mitigate them.