Congratulations to Michelle Edwards, CHI system vice president for advanced practice, who is now a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). The achievement of FACHE status represents the highest standard of professional development for leaders in health care. Candidates must fulfill multiple requirements that include academic and experiential criteria, continuing education credits, and professional and community involvement, in addition to passing a comprehensive exam. Michelle will officially receive her FACHE credential at ACHE’s 85th Annual Convocation Ceremony on March 3.
At Catholic Health, our healing mission has always been unique and challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic reinforce our commitment to caring for all. The safety of our visitors, patients, local communities, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates on this page with the latest information available.
CHI Franciscan, Tacoma, WA, and Virginia Mason, Seattle, WA, announced the Washington State Department of Health approved Virginia Mason’s Certificate of Need application for a Level II Special Care Nursery. This paves the way for the new Virginia Mason Birth Center, an Alliance with CHI Franciscan.
CHI Memorial, Chattanooga, TN, received certification for its cardiac rehabilitation program from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification recognizes CHI Memorial’s commitment to improving patients’ quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
Michael Romano
National Director, Media Relations
p: 303-383-2720
e: michaelromano@catholichealth.net
