During the Healthcare Financial Management Association’s (HFMA) annual conference in Las Vegas, the Healthcare Financial Management Association honored AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack with the Richard L. Clarke Board of Directors Award. This prestigious award is given in recognition of Pollack’s more than 40 years of executive leadership at AHA and his significant contributions to the healthcare industry and the financing of healthcare services.

In her speech, HFMA President and CEO C. Ann Jordan praised Pollack for his guidance of collaborative initiatives aimed at helping hospitals navigate critical issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic and workforce challenges. She commended Pollack for consistently advocating for financial stability for the healthcare sector while working towards long-term goals like redefining the role of hospitals to better serve the community.

Pollack thanked Jordan and the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly within AHA in his acceptance speech, emphasizing their importance in caring for others. He credited the entire AHA team for their hard work and dedication towards improving the healthcare sector, stating that this award serves as a reflection of their collective effort and commitment to excellence.