Trustee Articles

Fiduciary Duties Fiduciary Responsibilities of Hospital Trustees Key areas of financial oversight to consider By Glenn Jensen and Kathleen Cahill Slaught Increasingly, hospitals and health systems, along with the individuals serving on their committees and governing boards, are seeing t
Environmental Trends Post-COVID-19 Future of U.S. Health Care How boards can prepare for an evolving landscape By Brian Fuller and Jordan Shields The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our nation over the past two years.
The past few years have only made things harder for new CEOs, with the impact of COVID-19 creating a volatile, politicized environment on top of existential organizational challenges. Even with all that, a big surprise for a new CEO is how much time and energy are required to establish and nurture…
To navigate the choppy waters ahead, hospital and health system boards need to develop a plan to reengage all trustees and renew CEO and board leadership collaboration.
A WellSpan Health task force developed meaningful principles that signaled a changed approach to governance at the health system.
Trustee Insights I Archive includes previous editions of the AHA’s enhanced digital resource for hospital and health system boards and leadership. This robust ­monthly digital package includes insights and analysis on the changing dynamics in the health care field and what they mean for boards, as…
Understanding a board’s aptitude and ability to advance health equity should be a key element of board strategy.
Through leadership and board support, Children’s Minnesota is making DEI efforts a strategic priority.
Holding board members accountable and addressing issues in a timely manner are essential to a successful boardroom culture.
Trustee Insights | Current Edition is the AHA’s enhanced digital resource for hospital and health system boards and leadership. This robust ­monthly digital package includes insights and analysis on the changing dynamics in the health care field and what they mean for boards, as well as other rich…