Maine Hospital Association

07/15/2025

Steven Michaud, president of the , says struggling with crippling costs, plummeting revenues, and aging infrastructure are trying to figure out how to provide the right amount of services and preserve access to care without going broke.

As hospitals struggle with a deepening financial crisis, they're trying to figure out how to provide the right amount of services and preserve access to care without going broke.

07/02/2025

Before we break to celebrate the 4th of July, we wanted to throw it back to another celebration...MHA's Summer Forum! What a great time it was at the Samoset Resort last month, where healthcare and industry leaders gathered to network and learn about the future of healthcare. And to celebrate Northern Light Mercy Hospital's Dr. Karin Cole winning MHA's 2025 Caregiver of the Year award!

06/11/2025

“What we’re not used to is how much they’re losing,” said MHA President Steven Michaud of Maine's hospitals. “It’s far more money than we ever saw before.”

Two days after giving birth, Brianna Lareau wasn’t eager to strap her newborn daughter into the car seat and crisscross the state for 120 miles worth of driving.  But her baby’s health needs, and her distance from her doctors, required it.

06/10/2025

MHA President Steven Michaud joined WMTW to discuss state and federal funding cuts that risk further harm to hospitals and rural healthcare in Maine.

Steven Michaud says state and federal funding cuts risk further harm to rural health care in Maine

05/15/2025

To all the nurses, physicians, technicians, support staff, and leadership teams—thank you. Your work does not go unnoticed. We are proud of everything you do and are grateful for your continued service.

05/13/2025

Hospitals are vital hubs of health, healing, and hope. Despite the challenges faced this year, Maine’s hospitals have been at the forefront, working day and night to care for those in need. This week, we celebrate YOU—the healthcare heroes who give their best to support the well-being of our communities.

05/06/2025

This week—and every week—the MHA honors the heart of our hospitals: Maine’s nurses. Your strength and empathy make healing possible.

04/24/2025

Over 400,000 Mainers are covered by Medicaid or CHIP. That’s nearly 1 in 5 people who can see a doctor, afford medicine, or get hospital care—because Medicaid is there. Hospitals depend on it. Comunities thrive with it.

04/11/2025

It's Medicaid Awareness Month! Around 400,000 Mainers rely on Medicaid, including 1 in 3 births in the state. Medicaid is a lifeline for our hospitals and our communities.

04/07/2025

To all the doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers in all our Maine hospitals—THANK YOU! On , we honor your dedication and resilience. Let’s continue to support each other for better health, every day.

03/30/2025

Doctors are more than healers—they are leaders in innovation, advocates for patient well-being, and a cornerstone of our healthcare mission. Thank you to all the doctors advancing Maine healthcare.

03/25/2025

The MHA is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Caregiver of the Year Award!

Anyone may submit a nomination, which should include a 500-word essay and at least two examples of how the nominee has gone above and beyond in their caregiving role. Full details and the nomination form can be found on the MHA website: https://themha.org/education/Caregiver-of-the-Year