The leader of one of Alabama’s largest healthcare systems will help guide hospital policy statewide after being elected chair of the Alabama Hospital Association Board of Trustees.
Jeff Samz, president and CEO of Huntsville Hospital Health System, was elected chair of the board during the association’s annual meeting on June 5.
As board chair, Samz will lead the association’s board and work with hospital leaders across Alabama to advance policies aimed at strengthening healthcare access, quality and long-term sustainability.
“Jeff is an exceptional healthcare leader whose experience, vision, and commitment to providing quality care to communities across north Alabama is remarkable,” said Danne Howard, President and CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association. “One of the greatest strengths of our Association is that hospitals across Alabama come together to build consensus around the issues that matter most to our patients and communities and to speak with a united voice on behalf of healthcare in our state. Jeff recognizes the importance of the Association’s shared mission of strengthening healthcare for all Alabamians and AlaHA will benefit greatly from his leadership as Board Chair.”
Huntsville Hospital Health System includes 15 hospitals, dozens of ambulatory locations and approximately 22,000 employees serving communities across North Alabama.
Samz also serves in leadership roles with the Business Council of Alabama, the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber and the U.S. Space & Rocket Center Education Foundation.
“Alabama’s hospitals may differ in size, geography and the communities they serve, but we share a common commitment to caring for our patients and strengthening the health of our state,” Samz said. “I am honored to serve as Chair of the Alabama Hospital Association and look forward to working alongside hospital leaders across Alabama as we continue speaking with one voice to advance healthcare, support our workforce and ensure access to high-quality care for every community.”
Founded in 1921, the Alabama Hospital Association represents hospitals across the state through advocacy, education and member services.
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