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Robert Loseman, Jr.

Vice President of Safety and Preparedness

We will work with member hospitals, stakeholders and the public to help create a safe and respectful environment in which those who care for people can do their best work. 

Strengthening Protection Protocols Across People, Places & Processes

MHA equips hospital safety leaders, facility managers and health system administrators with the resources they need to create and maintain safe, compliant environments for patients, staff and visitors. 

From implementing life safety protocols and emergency evacuation procedures to promoting worker safety and systemwide communication, MHA offers tools and training that support preparedness, protect staff well-being and ensure regulatory alignment. These resources are designed to help health care organizations strengthen their safety culture and respond confidently to potential risks.

Safety in Every Corner of Care

Elevating Hospital Culture Through Respect & Readiness

Worker Safety

Protect staff well-being with resources that address workplace hazards, support injury prevention and strengthen a culture of safety across health care settings.

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Safe Environments

Promote safer care settings with guidance on building standards, emergency evacuation procedures and strategies to reduce physical and environmental risks.

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Patient Safety

Improve patient outcomes with strategies for clinical quality, readmissions and care transitions support. 

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A young girl, with a ponytail, looks out of her bedroom window as the sun is setting. The view through the window is blurry but shows a residential area.

April 1, 2026

DMH Opens Portal To Submit Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health Boarding Payments

The Missouri Department of Mental Health’s Division of Behavioral Health and Division of Developmental Disabilities opened a portal for hospitals…
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a mid adult female doctor chats to a senior patient on the hospital ward , in the background a young female nurse wearing a hijab is tending to apparatus rack.

April 1, 2026

ECRI Report Lists Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns In 2026

The Emergency Care Research Institute and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices released the “Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for 2026” report,…
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Val Huhn To Serve On Federal Healthcare Advisory Committee

March 27, 2026

Val Huhn To Serve On Federal Healthcare Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced on March 26 the members of the Healthcare…
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Hospital Ward: Friendly Head Nurse Talks with Elderly Patient Resting in Bed. Physician Uses Tablet Computer, Does Checkup, Ask Health Care Questions. Old Man Fully Recovering after Successful Surgery

March 27, 2026

CDC Schedules Training For Patient Safety Structural Measure Updates

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will host a presentation on the Patient Safety Structural Measure updates from 11:15 a.m. to noon…
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GET INVOLVED Events & Education

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Mar 31

Maternal SUD and NAS Summit

The event highlights Missouri’s progress, challenges, and best practices in addressing maternal substance use disorders and neonatal abstinence…

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Apr 7

Hospital Preparedness Academy 2026 – Nine-part Virtual Series

Join the Hospital Preparedness Academy for nine interactive sessions packed with practical strategies, regulatory insights, and collaborative…

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Apr 8

Bothwell Regional Health Center - Nurse Residency Program

Megan Elwood, Bothwell Regional Health Center's nurse residency coordinator, will highlight outcomes of the hospital's nurse residency program and…

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Apr 9

Introduction to Copilot and AI

Microsoft 365 Copilot unlocks new levels of productivity and creativity while helping you confidently navigate the ethical and security principles…

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Be Ready When It Matters Most

Emergency preparedness is essential to protecting patients, staff and operations during critical incidents. From natural disasters to large-scale health threats, having clear protocols and trained teams in place ensures your hospital can respond quickly, safely and effectively.

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