Missouri Rural Health Conference
MRHAMissouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) is vested in the success of the organizations we serve. Living and working in rural Missouri has its intricacies. Our goal is to connect our constituents with partnerships, resources, technical assistance, advocacy support, and other tools to help them address community needs. Save the date for MRHA’s Get Link’d Virtual Conference is August 17 – 19 2021! Get registered today!
Hot-Button Topics
Link. Engage. Sustain.
CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
This year’s registration deadline is August 9, 2021. Registration includes all education and training sessions, planned meals, and the Wednesday, August 18 social event. Attendees can register on this website or download our registration form to complete and mail with a check (payment is required at the time of registration whether paying online or by mail). Buffet meals will be served during the conference.
EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS
The Vendor Expo is Wednesday, August 18, 2021. This is an excellent opportunity for your company to exhibit at one location and reach a multitude of decision-makers, saving on travel, meals, and lodging with our combined partnership. Packages $600, or less, may be purchased online. For packages more than $600, complete the Exhibitor/Sponsor form and mail a check, or contact MRHA to pay by credit card. Payment is required at registration.
Health News & Policy Updates
MRHA Get Link'd Virtual Conference 2021
Aug. 17-19, 2021. Get Details.
CDC COVID-19 Updates
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides daily updates and guidance.
Mobilizing Health Care Workforce via Telehealth
ProviderBridge.org was created by the Federation of State Medical Boards through the CARES Act and the FORHP-supported Licensure Portability Program.
Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program
What We Do
Our Services
Advocate
Educate
Connect
Assist
What Drives Us
Our Mission
MRHA’s mission is to safeguard and improve the health of rural Missourians. MRHA accomplishes its mission by engaging in partnerships and providing leadership on rural issues through advocacy, communication and education. Read our Title V Policy.
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Upcoming Events
MRHA Get Link'd Virtual Conference 2021
Aug. 17-19, 2021. Get details.
It's Time to Renew Your Membership!
Annual dues are now due. To get started, complete the MRHA membership renewal form. Renew, today.
ACA Special Enrollment Period ends Aug. 15, 2021.
Governance
Meet the Board
Patricia Miller, MPA
Patty Miller is deeply committed to the needs for rural Missourians.
She’s an experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of leadership in nonprofit organization management. She is a strong business development professional with a Masters of Public Administration from the University of Missouri.
Board President
CEO – MO State Alliance of YMCA
Carla Gibson
Carla Gibson is a Senior Program Officer at the REACH Healthcare Foundation.
She is responsible for developing programs and initiatives tied to the Foundation’s health equity focus. With REACH since 2006, Carla provides grant making leadership, and creates partnerships that span cultural competency, immigrant and refugee health, trauma-informed care, mental health services and rural health improvement.
Senior Program Officer
REACH Healthcare Foundation
Jim Mikes
James Mikes, ScD, MPH, former vice president of Rural Advocacy & Regulation at MHA, has operated hospitals in Missouri, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Arizona.
He holds a public health degree from St. Louis University and was awarded a Doctor of Science from Tulane University. He serves on the adjunct faculty at St. Louis University Department of Health Management & Policy.
Retired Health Administration Professor
St. Louis University
A Note from Melissa Van Dyne
Ready to Serve
How Can MRHA Help?
As MRHA’s executive director, my goal is to listen to concerns, ask questions and work with our board, partners, and members to help address community needs. I will work alongside community leaders and connect them with resources that make a positive impact. MRHA is here to help.
Let’s Work Together
There’s a renewed momentum behind MRHA that’s promoting growth. Whether its expanding service offerings, increasing integrated marketing efforts to promote the association, or equipping our members with more resources, this momentum is sure and steady.