Message from the President and Board of Directors of ASH
Message from the President and Board of Directors of ASH
In February 2014, the Board had a major strategic meeting to review priorities for the future of the Society. Please review this information below as you consider the nominees for Committees and the Board of Directors of ASH during these next few weeks.
In addition, please vote! Your vote counts more this year than at any other time in the history of ASH – there are many more nominees than positions for the Board as well as for several of the Committees of ASH.
The ASH strategic plan will alter some of its focus toward a more patient-centered orientation but will maintain its excellent programs in translating research into education for our professional members.
The New Mission Statement for ASH
“To improve hypertension related outcomes through translation of research, education, and promotion of new and effective patient-centered population health strategies.”
The New Vision Statement for ASH
“ASH is a growing and diverse organization that works to improve hypertension outcomes throughout the United States.”
Action Items Based on Categories of Work for the Next 2 Years
A. Hypertension Provider Education
1. Engage new sponsors for educational programs
2. Provide continuing education credit for non-physician providers
B. Advocacy/Research/Guidelines:
1. Develop electronic strategies that will expand our website patient portal, provider portal, search engine optimization, and involvement with social media
2. Document and publish effectiveness of ASH Hypertension Specialists Program in promoting higher performance by providers
3. Set up ASH task force to develop Accountable Care Organization (ACO) and Insurer strategies
C. Public Outreach/Patient Initiatives:
1. Develop public awareness and education strategy at strategic time points
2. Develop corporate wellness strategies for hypertension management and control
Our mailing address is:
American Society of Hypertension, Inc.
45 Main Street, Suite 712
Brooklyn, NY 11201