Akron Children’s, UA Partner to Grow Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Pipeline

The Ohio Department of Medicaid, or ODM, is expanding its Next Generation MyCare program to 10 additional counties beginning April 1. The next phase includes Sandusky, Erie, Henry, Williams, Defiance, Paulding, Fayette, Fairfield, Licking and Ashtabula counties. OHA encourages hospitals and providers to review and share available resources to ensure they are prepared for the transition, including enrollment, contracting and claims submission processes. ODM has developed a communications toolkit with ready-to-use newsletter content, social media posts and provider resources to support outreach and education efforts. Providers are also encouraged to attend upcoming webinars and contact the ODM Integrated Helpdesk with questions as the rollout continues. For more information,…

Allergy season is here, and experts from OHA member Cleveland Clinic say now is the time to take preventive steps. “Focus on avoidance techniques, medications and treatments like allergy shots,” said Cleveland Clinic allergist Sandra Hong, MD, in a release. Starting nasal steroid sprays before symptoms appear can help, while oral antihistamines can relieve sneezing and itching during the season. Simple measures such as keeping windows closed, showering after being outdoors and limiting pets in the bedroom can also reduce exposure to allergens. For persistent symptoms, Hong recommends consulting an allergist to identify triggers and explore personalized treatment options, including allergy shots or tablets. Find more…

OHA congratulates the thousands of future physicians who secured residency placements during Match Day on March 20, marking the largest Main Residency Match in the program’s 74-year history, per the American Medical Association. A record 44,344 positions were offered in 2026, with nearly 80% of applicants matching into first-year residency roles and more than 93% of positions filled. These newly matched physicians now take the next step in their careers, preparing to serve patients and communities across the country. Read more here.

OHA will close our 111th Annual Meeting & Education Summit with a new, full-day Energy, Infrastructure & Innovation Summit on May 21 at the Hyatt Regency Columbus. The program will focus on the pressing challenges hospitals face, including rising energy costs and aging infrastructure, while offering practical strategies and real-world solutions from state and national experts. Sessions will cover topics such as sustainability strategies for health care systems, energy efficiency models, emerging energy management approaches and innovations shaping hospitals of the future. Attendees can also participate in an interactive Carbon Emissions Learning Lab, designed to simulate real-time decision-making around hospital operations and sustainability. The…