Dr. Robert Roose: AHA Regional Policy Board Appointment

HARTFORD, Conn. – Dr. Robert roose, president of Community Hospitals at Trinity Health Of New England, has been appointed as an at-large delegate to the American Hospital Assoc. (AHA) Regional Policy Board 1, a move that will influence healthcare policy discussions nationwide.

The appointment, announced this week, elevates Dr.Roose to a key advisory role within the AHA, allowing him to directly contribute to shaping healthcare policy at a regional level. He will participate in policy discussions three times a year, bringing the outlook of Trinity Health of New England’s hospitals – Mercy Medical Centre, Johnson Memorial Hospital, and Saint Mary’s Hospital – to the table. The AHA utilizes member recommendations in its policy deliberations, meaning Dr. Roose’s insights could have a meaningful impact.

Did you know?-The American Hospital Association represents nearly 5,000 hospitals and health systems across the United States. its Regional Policy Boards provide a platform for members to address issues specific to their geographic areas.

Expanding Healthcare Leadership

Dr. Roose’s appointment positions him to advocate for patient needs and community health initiatives.

• Dr. Roose will participate in policy discussions three times a year.
• The AHA utilizes member recommendations in its policy deliberations.
• Roose leads strategic execution across Mercy Medical Center, Johnson Memorial Hospital, and Saint Mary’s Hospital.

As president of Community Hospitals,Roose provides strategic and operational leadership for Mercy Medical center in Springfield,Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford,and Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury,Connecticut. His focus on both people and performance has resulted in consistently high quality scores and growth in key areas like oncology, imaging, inpatient discharges, and robotic surgery.

Strategic Projects and Visionary Leadership

Roose has successfully spearheaded several significant projects, including the advancement of the andy Yee Palliative Care Unit at Mercy, the opening of the Geriatric Wellness Pavilion at Johnson, and the completion of the $50 million S. Prestley & Helen Blake Ambulatory Care Center in Enfield, ensuring a smooth transition of care for patients.

Pro tip-Hospital leaders frequently enough serve on policy boards to ensure their organizations’ needs are represented in broader healthcare discussions. This advocacy can lead to improved funding, regulations, and patient care standards.

“Dr. Roose is a visionary leader who understands the crucial role of quality in the delivery of patient care,” said Montez Carter, president and CEO of Trinity Health Of New England. “This ability, coupled with his exceptional business acumen, solution-oriented thinking, and heartfelt compassion, make him a great asset to AHA’s Regional Policy Board.”

“I am honored by the appointment to the AHA’s Regional Policy Board, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to advocate for the healthcare needs of our patients and the communities we serve,” added Roose.

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