Benefits of Membership

Learn new skills and add to the knowledge base you need to succeed. No matter what stage you are at in your career, you know that learning is a lifetime opportunity and commitment. The Society offers you a wealth of print and online resources that assist you in developing the broadest strategic outlook or honing the most specific skill set.

Daily access to up-to-the minute healthcare news and information
The Society’s acclaimed weekly electronic newsletter, e-Connect, brings you the latest healthcare trends, tools, resources and perspective from reputable sources—all tailored to the diverse but specific interests of Society members.

Benefit from thought-provoking articles and perspective on the important issues of the day. You’ll look forward to reading our bimonthly members-only newsletter, Spectrum.  Written by members and other notable healthcare experts, this publication offers case studies, book reviews and insights into the latest tools and techniques that can help you accomplish more in less time.

Tap into the hottest job opportunities
CareerLink . . . an exclusive member benefit that keeps Society members informed of the latest  career opportunities sent weekly via email. CareerLinks is a source of information on available positions in all areas of healthcare marketing, strategic planning, public relations, communications and business development. It also provides members an opportunity to post “position-wanted” listings.

Exclusive online membership directory provides instant access to the Society’s 3,500 professionals, facilitating a direct communications link to vibrant network. A members only benefit. A great tool for networking!

Leading-edge educational programs
The Society is dedicated to strengthening members’ professional skills and is the leading source of educational programming. Society members receive significant discounts each time they attend an education event.

• 8th Annual Education Conference and Exhibits, September 3-6, 2003 in Dallas 
• New! Healthcare Internet & Technology Conference, December 3-5, 2003 in San Diego

Cutting-edge publications and products
Learn about future healthcare trends that will impact your professional decision-making. The Society’s award-winning annual environmental assessment, Futurescan 2003, helps you make sense out of the complex multifaceted healthcare environment.

Health Observances and Recognition Days calendar is a unique resource that details more than 260 health-related events and activities of national significance. Find creative community health promotion ideas, develop wellness programs or build special event ideas, and themes from this invaluable Society resource.

The Society’s Online Yellow Pages offers a quick-reference source of consultants and firms that specialize in areas from managed care contracting to physician recruitment to public relations.

AHA News Now keeps you up to date on the latest information and provides special news alerts and member advisories as breaking events occur. Society members can elect to receive AHA News Now, the healthcare field’s daily news report for healthcare executives, delivered via e-mail every business day.