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President's Message
Greetings and welcome to the Virginia DC HFMA website.
If you are a current member we thank you for being a valuable part of our Chapter. If you are considering HFMA membership you have come to the right place to find out how HFMA can benefit you and your career. Our theme this year is Making It Count! And, VA/DC HFMA strives to do that and more by providing our members many quality opportunities for education, networking, career development, and, last but not least, fun.
We hope that you will find this website full of the information you are looking for to make the most out of your HFMA experience.
Browse our website to locate valuable information about all that VA/DC HFMA has to offer. The Publication Committee regularly updates the site so you can stay connected and up-to-date, 24/7, with Chapter news and educational offerings. On our site you will find valuable information to assist you including:
- Upcoming Educational programs
- The Chapter Newsletter – “The Dispatch”
- Chapter Sponsorship information and a listing of our business partner sponsors
- Current list of Officers, Board of Directors, and committee chairs
- Links to the Chapter Membership Directory and the Benefits of Membership
- Links to National HFMA
- Links to pertinent local, state and national healthcare sites
Would you like to be more involved? I welcome your ideas and participation. On behalf of the board, I encourage you to reach out to an officer or a committee chair to find out more about the volunteer opportunities available. Joining a committee is a great way to network, build relationships and give back to the organization. And, it’s fun! Your involvement will create a stronger connection to healthcare as a profession and enhance the benefits of our association for you and others. Consider joining one of our vibrant and vital committees whose members are really Making It Count! Choices include:
- Education
- Membership
- Publications
- Certification
- Registration
- Sponsorship
Our primary goal is education, so if you are looking for continuing education credits, we have some great events coming up in your local area. Or, perhaps you'd like to write an article for an upcoming newsletter. Not a member yet? Please contact me or the membership chair and we will help you join.
In whatever way you would like to be involved, we would like to welcome and thank you for being a member of our chapter. Together we are making it count for the people we serve. Enjoy!
Elizabeth Gerding
Chapter Mission Statement
The Virginia DC Chapter of HFMA is a voluntary organization made up of healthcare professionals organized to offer its members and sponsoring organizations the opportunity to enhance their proficiency in financial management by:
- Providing professional development through education, information, peer interaction and opportunity for certification.
- Collaborating with the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association, DC Hospital Association, and other channels, influence healthcare financial management and policy decisions through issue development and advocacy efforts.
- Promoting the Code of Ethics adopted by National HFMA.
Chapter Vision Statement
The Virginia DC Chapter will continue to be the leading professional resource for individuals seeking excellence in the financial management of integrated health systems and other healthcare organizations.
Chapter Values
Service - We believe that service to our members is our highest priority. Programs are evaluated and provided from the perspective of filling member needs.
Excellence - We strive for excellence in all Chapter activities
Teamwork - Teamwork provides the foundation needed to meet Chapter goals and objectives.
Innovation and Creativity - Innovation and creativity are the cornerstones of future growth and development.
Individuals - Commitment and contributions by the individual Chapter members are our most important asset and critical to our success.
Financial Responsibility - The Chapter has a fiduciary responsibility to its members to conduct Chapter activities in a prudent business manner.
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