Rick Pollack to Retire from American Hospital Association
Announcement of Retirement
Rick Pollack, who has led the American Hospital Association (AHA) for nearly a decade, is set to retire by the end of 2026, as announced by the hospital lobby on Wednesday. The AHA is initiating a nationwide search for his successor and has engaged the executive search firm WittKieffer to aid in the process.
Pollack’s Tenure at AHA
Pollack will remain “fully engaged” during the search for his replacement, according to a statement from the AHA. Before taking on the role of CEO in 2015, he spent over 20 years as the executive vice president for advocacy and public policy within the association. Pollack’s career with the AHA began in the 1980s, where he initially served as vice president and deputy director of its Washington office, as detailed on his LinkedIn profile.
Legacy and Impact
Reflecting on his career, Pollack stated, “It has been an honor and privilege to have had the opportunity to represent the women and men of America’s hospitals who are passionate in their commitment to providing essential public services, keeping people healthy and serving as the cornerstone of care for virtually every community in America.” The AHA represents nearly 5,000 hospitals, health systems, networks, and other providers, with over 40,000 individual members.