Message from AHVAP Executive Director

The Power of Professional Engagement: Choosing to Show Up, Speak Up, and Step Forward

Dear AHVAP Members and Partners,

One of the greatest gifts we can offer our profession—and ourselves—is to be present, to participate, and to engage with purpose. In the world of healthcare value analysis, where every decision can affect clinical outcomes, operational workflows, and financial sustainability, our voices and our actions matter deeply.

When I think about what drives excellence in our field, I always come back to one core truth: we are stronger together. No single role, department, or organization can improve the value of healthcare alone. It takes all of us—working across disciplines, settings, and perspectives—to ensure that our patients receive safe, effective, and evidence-based care supported by the right products, at the right time, and at the right cost.

That’s where professional engagement comes in. And not just as a buzzword. I’m talking about intentional, meaningful participation in the work of our association and the broader healthcare community. Whether it's mentoring a colleague, contributing to a webinar, serving on a committee, or attending the AHVAP Annual Conference, your presence—and your participation—helps move us forward as a specialty and as a collective force for change.

Why Engagement Matters More Than Ever

The healthcare landscape is more complex than ever. Disruptions in the supply chain, the rapid introduction of new technologies, increased scrutiny on costs, and growing demands for standardization and safety have placed healthcare value analysis professionals at the center of critical conversations. These are conversations we must be prepared to lead—not from the sidelines, but from the front lines.

When our members actively engage with AHVAP, they gain access to far more than resources. They tap into a network of professionals who speak their language, understand their challenges, and share their commitment to doing what’s right—not just what’s easy. Engaged members are better equipped to advocate for evidence-based decision-making, to influence policy, and to drive forward-looking strategies that benefit their institutions and the patients they serve.

Engagement as an Act of Leadership

Showing up is an act of leadership. It signals that you care—not only about your role or your organization—but about the growth and sustainability of the entire field of healthcare value analysis. Every article you read, every resource you contribute, and every conversation you participate in has a ripple effect. You never know how your story or your insight might help someone else solve a problem, rethink a process, or improve a patient’s outcome.

For example, the recent success of our AHVAP Office Hours sessions has shown us the power of informal engagement. Members from across the country have gathered in real time to ask questions, share strategies, and build relationships. These are the spaces where ideas are born, confidence is strengthened, and community is cultivated.

How You Can Engage Today

So what does engagement look like for you? The answer will vary depending on your career stage, interests, and bandwidth—but here are some ideas to consider:

• Write for the AHVAP Journal of Healthcare Value Analysis – Share your experience, case studies, or evidence-based practices.
• Submit a Poster or Abstract – Present your work at the 2025 AHVAP Annual Conference and Industry Partner Expo.
• Join a Committee or Council – Lend your voice to help shape the future of AHVAP’s programming and advocacy.
• Mentor a New Member – Help someone else navigate their value analysis journey.
• Share Your Knowledge – Host a webinar, lead a roundtable, or present an innovation.
• Engage on Social Media – Share AHVAP content and celebrate our collective successes.

Your Voice, Your Impact

We often underestimate the power of our own stories and contributions. But in a profession like ours—built on collaboration, communication, and consensus—your perspective is not just welcome, it’s essential. AHVAP thrives when our members are engaged, informed, and empowered to lead.

As we move into another impactful year together, I encourage each of you to take one step—big or small—toward deeper engagement. Choose to show up. Speak up. Step forward. This is your professional home, and we are better because you are part of it.

Thank you for all you do to advance the specialty of healthcare value analysis. Your engagement is the foundation of our shared success—and the heart of our mission.Bottom of Form

In Service,

J. Hudson Garrett Jr., Ph.D., MSN, MPH, MBA, FNP-BC, IP-BC, PLNC, VA-BC, LTC-CIP, CIC, CPPS, CAE, CAIP, CPHQ, CVAHP™, ICE-CCP, CPXP, CMRP, CDIPC, FAOM, FACDONA, FAAPM, FAPIC, FNAP, FACHE, FSHEA, FIDSA, FAHVAP
Executive Director and Executive Vice President
Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AVHAP)
Chief Credentialing Officer
AHVAP Certification Center
Certified Association Executive