Our Calendar
March 2026
Artificial Intelligence Interest Group Meeting
This interest group will convene essential hospitals currently leveraging AI to collectively explore and advance the responsible use of AI in delivering superior care for all; reducing clinician burden; and closing health outcome gaps.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
April 2026
Opportunity Zones: Economic Development and Community Revitalization
Join leaders from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to discuss Opportunity Zones and how the possible collaboration with health care entities can change the trajectory of communities nationwide.
Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group
Essential Hospitals Institute’s Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group (CIHC IG) offers association members a monthly opportunity to network with peers via Zoom and exchange strategies and practices for improving the health and lives of their patients and communities.
Facilities, Preparedness, and Efficiency Interest Group Meeting
The Facilities, Preparedness, and Efficiency Interest Group (FPE IG) will give members the opportunity to share priorities, concerns, and experiences related to strengthening hospital operations and infrastructure. Key focus areas include funding opportunities, educating leadership, effective governance, demonstrating return on investment, sharing successful case studies, and promoting community partnerships to support ongoing efforts. In monthly virtual meetings, the group will explore a range of topics that aim to raise awareness, foster connections, and support essential hospitals in enhancing their efficiency, preparedness, and long-term planning.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
Artificial Intelligence Interest Group Meeting
This interest group will convene essential hospitals currently leveraging AI to collectively explore and advance the responsible use of AI in delivering superior care for all; reducing clinician burden; and closing health outcome gaps.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
A Legislative Journey: Essential Health System Designation
Become an expert on the bipartisan Reinforcing Essential Health Systems for Communities Act (H.R. 7145). This in-depth webinar will explore the evolution of the essential hospital designation—from its origins to the current legislative proposal.
Medicaid Financing Interest Group Meeting
The Medicaid Financing Interest Group is a resource for essential hospital members to share insights and stay informed on the latest in directed payments, provider taxes, and more. Members will meet monthly to discuss emerging Medicaid payment and financing policy and engage in peer-to-peer learning. Stay abreast of association resources and inform policy decisions through participation in the group.
May 2026
Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group
Essential Hospitals Institute’s Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group (CIHC IG) offers association members a monthly opportunity to network with peers via Zoom and exchange strategies and practices for improving the health and lives of their patients and communities.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
Facilities, Preparedness, and Efficiency Interest Group Meeting
The Facilities, Preparedness, and Efficiency Interest Group (FPE IG) will give members the opportunity to share priorities, concerns, and experiences related to strengthening hospital operations and infrastructure. Key focus areas include funding opportunities, educating leadership, effective governance, demonstrating return on investment, sharing successful case studies, and promoting community partnerships to support ongoing efforts. In monthly virtual meetings, the group will explore a range of topics that aim to raise awareness, foster connections, and support essential hospitals in enhancing their efficiency, preparedness, and long-term planning.
340B Interest Group Meeting
The 340B Interest Group is a platform for essential hospital leaders to learn and share knowledge about the 340 Drug Pricing Program. The Interest Group meets via Zoom every other month on Tuesday from 2–3 pm ET to discuss issues regarding the 340B Program. The interest group calls are most useful for government relations, pharmacy and finance professionals at essential hospitals.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
Artificial Intelligence Interest Group Meeting
This interest group will convene essential hospitals currently leveraging AI to collectively explore and advance the responsible use of AI in delivering superior care for all; reducing clinician burden; and closing health outcome gaps.
Medicaid Financing Interest Group Meeting
The Medicaid Financing Interest Group is a resource for essential hospital members to share insights and stay informed on the latest in directed payments, provider taxes, and more. Members will meet monthly to discuss emerging Medicaid payment and financing policy and engage in peer-to-peer learning. Stay abreast of association resources and inform policy decisions through participation in the group.
June 2026
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
June 12, 2026 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm
VITAL2026
VITAL2026, our annual conference, is the year’s largest gathering of essential hospital professionals. It offers an innovative curriculum through four learning session tracks tailored to safety net care, professional development, visionary keynote speakers, and ample opportunities to network with industry experts and key stakeholders at hospitals like yours.
Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group
Essential Hospitals Institute’s Community-Integrated Health Care Interest Group (CIHC IG) offers association members a monthly opportunity to network with peers via Zoom and exchange strategies and practices for improving the health and lives of their patients and communities.
Government Relations Interest Group Call
America’s Essential Hospitals hosts bi-weekly Government Relations conference calls for essential hospital leaders to stay abreast of the latest news from Washington, D.C. Participants can join their fellow colleagues for an interactive dialogue on the most important and pressing health care issues facing safety net hospitals and health systems.
Medicaid Financing Interest Group Meeting
The Medicaid Financing Interest Group is a resource for essential hospital members to share insights and stay informed on the latest in directed payments, provider taxes, and more. Members will meet monthly to discuss emerging Medicaid payment and financing policy and engage in peer-to-peer learning. Stay abreast of association resources and inform policy decisions through participation in the group.