CEO Update: January 16, 2026

Building the Future Healthcare Workforce

I want to recognize Rob Pritchard, STHCS Director of Program Development, and the EMS providers who stepped up over the past week to deliver BLS, ACLS, and PALS training to 34 St. Bonaventure University Physician Assistant students. Their leadership, expertise, and flexibility made it possible to deliver high-impact, hands-on training that directly supports clinical readiness and patient safety.

This effort highlights the strength of our EMS system and the essential role STHCS plays in developing a well-prepared healthcare workforce. By investing in interdisciplinary education, we are building capacity, strengthening partnerships, and improving care across our region. Thank you to everyone who made this training possible.

Upcoming Meeting: Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center (ISC)

We have scheduled a meeting on January 20 at 2:00 PM with BestSelf Behavioral Healthto review the launch of the BestResponse Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center (ISC) and its role in serving the Southern Tier counties.

During this meeting, BestSelf will provide an overview of how the ISC will operate, the services that will be offered, and how individuals experiencing behavioral health and substance use crises will access care. Time will be dedicated to questions and discussion, with a focus on coordination with EMS, hospitals, and community partners.

If you or a member of your staff are interested in learning more about the ISC, asking operational questions, or understanding how this resource may affect your work, you are encouraged to participate in the January 20 meeting. Please reach out to me at dkahm@sthcs.org if you would like to attend.

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