Event Format

Webinar

Date

Mon, Jun 15, 2026, 03:00 PM CDT – Mon, Jun 15, 2026, 03:55 PM CDT

Event Host

Open To

Members

Description

Rural hospitals are navigating an increasingly complex environment shaped by financial pressures, workforce challenges, and rapidly evolving federal policy. Join the American Hospital Association for this Rural Town Hall webinar, where AHA leaders and rural health experts will share timely insights and practical perspectives to support rural hospitals and the communities they serve.

The first half of the session will provide a federal advocacy and policy update, highlighting the latest developments from Washington, D.C., and key issues impacting rural hospitals. The second half will focus on AHA rural hospital priorities and initiatives, along with an update from our grant services team.

Featured speakers: 

  • Susan Doherty, Vice President, Field Engagement, Rural Health and Regional Executive Team, American Hospital Association
  • Kristin Preihs, Vice President of Health Research & Educational Trust, American Hospital Association
  • Travis Robey, Vice President, Political Affairs Government Relations, American Hospital Association
  • Dan Weiss, Senior Program Manager, Funded Partnerships, American Hospital Association
  • Shannon Wu, Senior Director, Payment Policy Public Policy, American Hospital Association
     

For questions or more information, please send inquiries to Lauren Steiner lsteiner@aha.org