Missouri Chapter

American College of Healthcare Executives

Fourth Quarter Newsletter

December 20, 2023

President's Message


Happy Holidays and Warm Wishes for the New Year!

As we bid farewell to the whirlwind of 2023, I reflect on the dynamic journey we've shared in the Missouri ACHE Chapter. This year brought forth change, growth, and resilience. At the beginning of the year, our revamped website took flight, offering a more user-friendly experience and an enhanced platform for our valued sponsors. In the Spring, we fostered connections at Congress in Chicago, where familiar faces and new acquaintances converged to strengthen our ties within the healthcare community.


In the fall, the leaves changed hues, and so did our leadership. A warm welcome to Ricky Ogden, our new President, who now steers the ship into 2024. And many thank yous to our volunteer board who work hard to create educational events and connection opportunities for all of us. We had another successful Board of Governors Prep session this fall – led by our Membership chair, Shirley Gamble, and supported by dedicated Fellows sharing their expertise. The collaborative spirit of our volunteers and the dedication of our members propelled us through a busy but undeniably wonderful year. As we embrace the holiday season, let's carry this momentum into the New Year, united in our commitment to advancing healthcare leadership in Missouri.


Wishing you joy, peace, and success in 2024!


Best Regards,


Matt Clausen


P.S. Stay tuned for exciting events and initiatives in the coming year – the journey continues!


Matt

Message From Your ACHE Regent


Congratulations to Bryant McNally, J.D., MPH, FACHE, Vice President of Membership Services and Rural Initiatives, with the Missouri Hospital Association, on his appointment to serve as the interim Regent for Missouri until March 2025. 

MO-ACHE Member Advancements


Congratulations to the following members who have advanced to fellow in 2023.


  • Daniel S. Astleford, FACHE
  • Cynthia Beck, FACHE
  • Roma N. Bordewick, FACHE
  • Danielle Buckland, FACHE
  • Hilary K. Harris, FACHE
  • Michelle M. Heavens, RN, FACHE
  • Melissa L. Kesner, FACHE
  • Scott A. Lawrence, FACHE
  • Allen Overturf, FACHE
  • Daniel J. Ryder, RN, MBA, FACHE

Member Accolades


Mohammad Agha MD MHA FAAPMR

Medical Director Care Coordination

SSM Health


It’s official: The American Hospital Association has selected Dr. Agha as one of the newest members to join the Committee on Clinical Leadership for a three-year term starting January 1, 2024. Congratulations, Dr. Agha!

Upcoming Events

SAVE THE DATE

SLMHC Spring Meeting


Improving Health Outcomes in St. Louis

February 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.


SLMHC is convening community providers and local leaders to connect and share patient-centered solutions for improving maternal health outcomes for women in the bi-state area. Panelists will discuss issues affecting women before, during, and after pregnancy. Panelists will discuss opportunities to improve maternal health, including recent public policy and funding opportunities, access to mental health services, clinical staff training, the use of doulas, and the use of data to track and improve outcomes. 


Location

St. Luke’s Hospital Institute for Health

South Medical Building

Emerson Auditorium

224 S. Woods Mill Road

Chesterfield, MO 63017


Registration opens soon!

SAVE THE DATE

KCMHC Spring Meeting


Improving Health Outcomes in St. Louis

February 28, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.


KCMHC is convening community providers and local leaders to connect and share patient-centered solutions for improving maternal health outcomes for women in the bi-state area. Panelists will discuss issues affecting women before, during, and after pregnancy. Panelists will discuss opportunities to improve maternal health, including recent public policy and funding opportunities, access to mental health services, clinical staff training, the use of doulas, and the use of data to track and improve outcomes. 


Location

KVC Health Systems

Ball Event Center

21350 W 153rd St

Olathe, Kansas 66061


Registration will open soon!

MO-ACHE Sponsor

Missouri Hospital Association Updates

Connect with MO-ACHE

Matt Clausen, FACHE

President

Regional Vice President, Market Operations

Strive Health

Richard ("Ricky") Ogden, Jr., PharmD, MBA, BCPS, FACHE

President-Elect

Director of Ambulatory Care Children's Mercy Kansas City

Roma Bordewick, MBA, MHA, FACHE

Treasurer

Director, Patient Support Services Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Loraine Uebele, MBA, FACHE

Secretary

Vice President of Sales

Lumary

W. Bryant McNally, J.D., MPH, FACHE

Immediate Past-President & Regent

Vice President of Membership Services and Rural Initiatives Missouri Hospital Association

Shirley Gamble, MBA, FACHE

Membership Chair

Division Director of their Skilled Nursing Practice

Bayada

Jim Brophy, FACHE

Sponsorship Chair 

Partner

C-Suite Healthcare Innovations

Sobia Shahab, MHA, CHFP

Communications Chair

Business Director Department of Neurology - Washington University School of Medicine

Mohammad Agha, MD, MHA

Physicians Engagement

Medical Dir., Care Coordination

SSM Health

Andrew Lovewell, MHA, MSHI, FACHE

Programming Chair

Chief Executive Officer

Columbia Orthopaedic Group

Angela Lappin, MBA, BSN, RN, CCM

St. Louis LPC Chair

Executive Director

Population Health Navigation 

Mercy Virtual

Dillon Falk, MHA, MS

Central LPC Chair 

Department Administrator and Clinical Operations Manager

University of Missouri Department of Psychiatry

Alexander Gill, FACHE

Kansas City LPC Chair

Senior Director, Strategic Services Children's Mercy Kansas City

Matthew Turner, FACHE

Southwest LPC Chair

VP of Operations CoxHealth

Alex Ogburn, FACHE

Southeast LPC Chair

Vice President, Population Health & Payer Strategies - Administration

Saint Francis Healthcare System

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