COMMUNITY IMPACT

Utah’s hospitals are more than healthcare providers—they’re essential partners in building strong communities. Explore stories and initiatives highlighting how hospitals support public health, economic development, and the well-being of Utah’s residents.

Closing the Menopause Care Gap at University of Utah Health

Closing the Menopause Care Gap at University of Utah Health

The Big Picture Better menopause care starts with listening to women about what they need. For Dr. Lisa Taylor-Swanson, an assistant professor in the University of Utah College of Nursing and co-founder of MENOGAP, those conversations pointed to a clear need: access...

New cancer support group blends therapy with meaning & connection

New cancer support group blends therapy with meaning & connection

CommonSpirit Holy Cross- Jordan Valley Cancer Center is launching a free support group rooted in logotherapy, the approach pioneered by psychiatrist Viktor Frankl. Why it matters: A cancer diagnosis can shake a person's sense of purpose, not just their health. This...

University of Utah Health’s Impact Reaches Beyond Patient Care

University of Utah Health’s Impact Reaches Beyond Patient Care

The Big Picture University of Utah Health’s role reaches well beyond the care delivered in a clinic or hospital. Across Utah, the Mountain West and beyond, its work also includes preparing the health workforce of the future and advancing research and innovation....

Behind the Charts: A Day in the Life of CommonSpirit’s Marta Lopez

Behind the Charts: A Day in the Life of CommonSpirit’s Marta Lopez

The Big Picture Behind every patient chart is a team helping keep health information organized and protected. For Marta Lopez, HIM manager at CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospitals, that work connects healthcare, business and technology—and protecting patient information...

UHA Legislative Session Recap

by | March 31, 2025 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

By Dave Gessel, UHA Executive Vice President The following is a review of some of the legislation discussed at this year's Utah State Legislature affecting hospitals and...
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Utah State Legislature: Week Four Update

by | February 18, 2025 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

UHA President/CEO Francis Gibson provides an update on Week 4 of the 2025 Utah State Legislature.
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Utah State Legislature: Week Three Update

by | February 7, 2025 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

UHA President/CEO Francis Gibson provides an update on Week 3 of the 2025 Utah State Legislature.
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Eric Packer Named Distinguished Utah Healthcare Executive for 2024

by | September 30, 2024 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

Eric Packer, CEO of Intermountain Health’s Cedar City Hospital, was recently awarded the Distinguished Healthcare Executive Award by the Utah Hospital Association. The...
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Ross Van Vranken Recognized for Distinguished Service to Healthcare

by | September 30, 2024 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

Ross Van Vranken was recently awarded the 2024 Distinguished Service to Healthcare Award by the Utah Hospital Association. The award, presented during the Association’s Fall...
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Francis Gibson named President/CEO of UHA

by | January 2, 2024 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

The Utah Hospital Association Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Francis Gibson as its next President/CEO, effective January 1, 2024. Gibson succeeds Greg...
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Outstanding healthcare leaders recognized at annual awards dinner

by | November 2, 2023 | Community Impact | 0 Comments

Healthcare leaders across the spectrum were honored at UHA's Annual Awards Dinner for 2023, taking place at The Homestead Resort last month. Four facilities were recognized...
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