Tennessee Chamber Unveils Healthcare Advisory Council to Shape the Future of Care
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry today announced the launch of its Healthcare Advisory Council, a new initiative designed to bring together leaders from across the healthcare ecosystem to address the state’s most pressing challenges and opportunities.
As one of Tennessee’s most vital and complex industries, healthcare contributes billions of dollars annually to the state’s economy and supports thousands of jobs in both urban and rural communities. The new council will serve as a collaborative forum for industry stakeholders to help shape the future of healthcare in Tennessee.
“Healthcare is not only essential to the well-being of Tennesseans, it is a driving force behind our state’s economic success. The Healthcare Advisory Council brings the right leaders to the table to tackle complex challenges, strengthen our workforce, and ensure Tennessee remains at the forefront of innovation and quality care,” said Josh Brown, President and CEO of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
The Healthcare Advisory Council brings together a diverse network of healthcare executives, providers, payers, innovators, and industry partners. The group will focus on key priorities including workforce development, access and affordability, regulatory policy, and innovation.
Initial members of the council include:
- Ascension Saint Thomas
- Ballad Health
- Cigna
- Community Health Systems
- CVS Health
- HCA Healthcare
- LBMC
- Life Science Tennessee
- Lifepoint Health
- Merck & Co.
- National Healthcare Corporation
- Opella
- Oracle
- Pfizer
- Sevita
- Tennessee Hospital Association
- University of Tennessee
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Through this Council, members will engage directly with state and federal policymakers and regulators, help shape healthcare policy and legislative priorities, and collaborate with peers to share best practices and innovative solutions.
Organizations and leaders interested in learning more about the Healthcare Advisory Council or exploring opportunities to participate are encouraged to contact contact Catherine Johnson at catherine.johnson@tnchamber.org.