CAHL News
The Nursing Paradox
By Bridget K. Burke If you are a nurse, or thinking about going into nursing, you may be hearing two very different messages about its future. One message is that the future of nursing is bright. Americans are aging, chronic disease is rising, and patients will need...
Celebrating Heritage, Leadership, and Equity
Celebrating Heritage, Leadership, and Equity By: Simurtej Singh As we celebrate the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month this May, it is important to honor and remember those who are leading or have left a legacy in creating a more...
From Responsibilities to Results: How Healthcare Leaders Communicate Quantifiable Outcomes
By: Casey Whitmore & Michael A. O’Connell Healthcare leaders rarely struggle with effort—they struggle with translation. Many professionals can describe what they’re responsible for yet hesitate to articulate what changed because of their leadership. But hiring...
Celebrating Women’s History Month in Healthcare: Advancing Gender Equity
By: Kimberly Browne, LCSW, ACM-SW, ACSW, FACHE and Tiffany K. Martin, MSEE, Certified CHW, CPC As we commemorate Women's History Month, it is crucial to honor the achievements of women in healthcare and reflect on the ongoing journey toward gender equity. This...
Resilience & Hope: Acknowledging the Journey of Black Healthcare Professionals & Black Patients in Healthcare
By Dr. Pamela A. McAfee, Ed.D, MPA. OTR, CDE® and Tiffany K. Martin, MSEE, Certified CHW, CPC I. Introduction – Healthcare in the U.S. The experiences of Black clinicians and patients in the U.S. healthcare system cannot be separated from a broader historical context...
Building Deeper Connections Together: A Message from Your CAHL President
By Corina Clark, FACHE President, California Association of Healthcare Leaders Dear CAHL Members, As I embark on this journey as President, one word resonates deeply within me: connection. The connection to our purpose, to each other, and to the foundational reasons...
A Year of Momentum, Impact, and Leadership Across California
By Christianna Kearns, MBA, FACHE Immediate Past President, California Association of Healthcare Leaders As we reflect on 2025, I am incredibly proud of the collective accomplishments of the California Association of Healthcare Leaders and deeply grateful to the...
Answering FAQs: CAHL Case Competition Edition
By: Ashley Oates This year the Higher Education Network (HEN) of the California Association of Healthcare Leaders (CAHL) hosted a Case Competition on November 15th at UC Davis Aggie Square in Sacramento – an academic event centered on a case study where teams of...
Behavioral-Based Interviewing: Uncovering Potential Beyond the Resume
By Stacey Aggabao, MBA MSN RN NEA-BC CEN “In healthcare, how people show up matters as much as what they know.” In today’s complex healthcare environment, leaders are called to make decisions that balance compassion, accountability, and operational excellence....
Native and Indigenous People in Healthcare – Underrepresented, Underserved, Yet Steadfast Advocates for Well Being
By Teniola Adegbite and Kimberly Browne November marks Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the cultural richness and profound contributions of Native and Indigenous people. Within the healthcare sector, Native and...