Join the American Hospital Association’s Society for Health Care Strategy & Market Development (SHSMD) and stay ahead of the curve of what’s happening in health care by participating in a range of professional development experiences, expanding your knowledge and skills, connecting with and learning from fellow members, and developing your career.
 
Students from CAHME-accredited programs can sign up for a FREE 1-year student membership.
 
Complete attestation to the right and hit submit - you will then see instructions on how to activate your free SHSMD membership! 

Participant Testimonial:

"As someone who plans to pursue a career in public health, my SHSMD membership gives me valuable insight into the strategic, operational, and leadership aspects of healthcare. I love the educational resources (webinars, publications, podcasts, blogs, e-learning courses, etc.) that complement what I'm learning in the classroom by exposing me to real-world healthcare challenges and emerging industry trends. These experiences strengthen my understanding of how we can improve health outcomes and better serve communities.

I've also found tremendous value in SHSMD's publications and research reports like FutureScan so I can stay informed about current issues shaping healthcare. Having access to these materials broadened my perspective and reinforced my interest in pursuing population health and healthcare delivery.

One of the greatest benefits of my membership has been the opportunity to connect with healthcare professionals through MySHSMD. I regularly attend webinars, workshops, networking events, SHSMD Connections On-Demand, and eventually the Annual Conference as I continue to grow professionally.

As a student, I especially appreciate that SHSMD makes these high-quality educational and professional development opportunities more accessible through member discounts. These benefits make it possible for students and early-career professionals to continue learning, expanding their networks, and preparing for successful careers in healthcare. I believe SHSMD is equipping me with the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to make a meaningful impact on the health of the communities I hope to serve."

- Arthur Edwards, Xavier University, Graduate Program in Hospital & Health Administration, 25-26 SHSMD CAHME Program Member