NPHI Leadership to Accept Prestigious Fierce 50 Award in New York

WASHINGTON —The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) is thrilled to be honored as a 2024 Fierce 50 organization by Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare. Recognized in the “Innovation” category, this award underscores our commitment to transforming hospice and palliative care through groundbreaking approaches with our nonprofit members. On December 5th, NPHI leadership will proudly attend the prestigious Fierce 50 Awards Gala at the Lighthouse at Pier Sixty in New York City to celebrate this incredible achievement alongside other innovative leaders in the healthcare community.

The Fierce 50 is a constellation of the most brilliant visionaries and trailblazers, handpicked by the discerning editors of Fierce Biotech, Fierce Pharma and Fierce Healthcare. These individuals and companies are a driving force in healthcare delivery, drug development, research, and more. A total of eleven individuals and organizations were named innovators in the Fierce 50 of 2024 – covering a range of focus points from research to medical technology. 

“The annual Fierce 50 special report highlights individuals and companies that are driving progress in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and biotechnology industries,” said Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief of Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare. “These 50 outstanding organizations and people demonstrate excellence in their fields, and their commitment to innovation, equity and improving lives is truly commendable. Congratulations to this year’s honorees.”

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as one of the Fierce 50 of 2024,” stated Tom Koutsoumpas, NPHI CEO. “This recognition is a testament to the innovative work we’re doing alongside our nonprofit members to ensure that advanced illness care continues to evolve and meet the complex needs of patients and their families ensuring everybody has a quality and personalized end-of-life experience.”

“This recognition belongs to our entire community of nonprofit providers,” added Carole Fisher, NPHI President. “Together, we are tackling the complexities of advanced illness care with bold and innovative ideas, with an unwavering dedication to dignity and compassion. We’re honored to celebrate this achievement alongside the Fierce 50 in December.” 

Innovation remains at the forefront of NPHI’s work, inspiring new approaches to hospice and palliative care that address the needs of an aging population while prioritizing patients and families. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to our mission to advance compassionate, patient-centered solutions and support our members in delivering exceptional care.

The Fierce 50 honorees will be celebrated live at an evening gala at the Lighthouse at Pier Sixty One in New York on December 5th.  For more information visit https://fierce50.fiercelifesciences.com/.

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The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) is a membership organization comprising nonprofit community-integrated hospice and palliative care providers. These members are dedicated to ensuring patients and their families have access to care that reflects their individual goals, values, and preferences. Representing providers from across the nation, NPHI and its members help design more innovative and effective models of care, advocate for comprehensive and community-integrated care customized to meet each person’s unique needs, and build collaboration between national thought leaders, decision-makers, and other healthcare stakeholders to improve hospice care. Learn more about NPHI at nphihealth.org 

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