The Iroquois Mission
To serve as a resource and leader to support our members and the communities they serve through advocacy, education, information, cost-saving initiatives and business solutions.
IHA is a nonprofit regional healthcare trade organization representing more than 50 hospitals and health systems (rural, small community safety-net providers to large, academic medical centers), spanning over 28,000 square miles, across 32 counties of Upstate NY
IHA’s Advocacy Team represents member interests and communicates with key decision-makers, promoting a broader understanding of, and building support for, the health care systems serving Upstate NY
IHA conducts a number of initiatives on behalf of its membership, including data collection and many other member benefit programs
IHA is responsible for the creation of the Caring Gene® – a brand and international award-winning multi-media campaign designed to address the dire long-term caregiver shortage
United Iroquois Shared Services (UISS) is a regional group purchasing organization representing the interests of acute, non-acute and non-healthcare facilities – Your Total Cost Management Solution for Supplies and Purchased Services
We are excited to announce that the Iroquois Healthcare Association will host its Annual Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The meeting is expected to draw representation from our 50+ member hospitals and health systems, with CEOs, CNOs, and CFOs invited to attend, offering an exceptional opportunity for high-level engagement.
On April 13, IHA and hospital and health system CEOs across Upstate and rural New York submitted a letter to Governor Hochul, Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, and Speaker Heastie in support of S.1913/A.6222, the 340B Prescription Drug Anti-Discrimination Act. As budget negotiations continue, we urge the inclusion of this legislation in the FY 2027 Enacted Budget and, if not included in the budget, passage during session before the close of the year.
Rural healthcare is strongest when communities come together.
IHA President & CEO Kevin joined more than 80 healthcare, education, and public health professionals at the Adirondack Health Foundation’s inaugural Rural Health Symposium in Saranac Lake on March 20th. Kevin delivered the keynote, setting the stage for a rich panel discussion on the real challenges facing rural health systems today — from workforce pipelines and access to care to behavioral health and the cross-sector collaboration essential to building resilient communities. This event received local coverage from the Press-Republican, be sure to click on the button below to read the full article.
Proud to stand alongside our member Adirondack Health and partners across the region as we navigate change and strengthen the future of rural care.
Please join us in congratulating Grace Rust on being featured in City & State’s 2026 Albany 40 under 40!
Grace’s dedication, strategic insight, and commitment to strengthening New York’s healthcare system continue to make a meaningful impact across our region.
We’re proud to see her work highlighted, and her leadership celebrated!🎉
We’re honored to announce that the Iroquois Healthcare Association has been selected as a 2025-2026 grantee of the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation! 🎉
This renewed support will allow us to expand our Healthcare Educational Consortium’s Early College Health Sciences programs, which will operate across three pilot sites in the region, including two continuing sites launched in 2025 – Franklin County and Tompkins County – and one newly added site to be determined.
Through this initiative, high school students can earn college credits, gain hands-on clinical experience with local healthcare providers, and transition directly into healthcare careers close to home. This support strengthens our ability to address rural healthcare workforce shortages while investing in the economic future of our communities.
Thank you to the entire Mother Cabrini Health Foundation team for believing in our mission and investing in our work. We’re excited to continue building a healthier, more equitable New York alongside you.
We’re Hiring!
The Senior Regional Director for United Iroquois Shared Services, Inc. has healthcare supply chain experience in an acute and non-acute care environment. The role responsible for the development, retention, growth, and value realization of assigned healthcare accounts. This role serves as a Supply Chain expert and trusted advisor to hospitals and health systems, leading account strategy, driving adoption of UISS and Premier products and services, managing cross-functional resources, and delivering measurable financial and operational value.
This position combines supply chain related account management, organic growth, people leadership, strategic planning, project management, and value analysis, working collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to exceed customer expectations and achieve revenue and performance goals.
IHA is excited to share some great news — we’ve been named one of the 2025 Albany Business Review Best Places to Work! 🎉
Being named a Best Place to Work tells us we’re moving in the right direction, and it also inspires us to keep building, improving, and finding new ways to make this an even better place for everyone
We thank every employee for everything they do to make our workplace special.
News
IHA Letter of Support – S.1913/A.6222, 340B Anti-Discrimination Act
IHA 340B Letter of Support | April 13, 2026
The Daily Gazette Coverage: Facing disparities, rural NY health providers await transformation funds
News Article Feature | April 4, 2026
IHA 2026 Spring Newsletter
Spring Newsletter | 2026
Press-Republican Coverage: Local Leaders Unite to Advance Rural Healthcare in the Adirondacks
News Article Feature | March 26, 2026
Events
IHA 2026 Annual Meeting: Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available
2026 IHA Annual Meeting | May 27, 2026
Save the Date: 2026 IHA & UISS Events Calendar
IHA & UISS Events | 2026


