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Iowa Hospitals Recognized with HRSA Flex MBQIP Award

July 29, 2026

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and Compass Healthcare Collaborative are recognized with national HRSA MBQIP Award for Advancing Rural Health Quality.

Session Spotlight: Do You See What I See?

June 11, 2026

Emerging substances, changing methods of concealment, and the widespread availability of prescription and illicit drugs have created a landscape where awareness and early intervention are more important than ever. At the 2026 Patient Safety Conference & Annual Forum, you'll explore these challenges in an interactive session titled "Do You See What I See?" presented by Lily Jones, Prevention Specialist for the SPF Rx Grant (Strategic Prevention Framework for Prescription Medication Misuse) with Employee and Family Resources.

Retirement Announcement

April 1, 2026

After more than 20 years of dedicated service as the founding President and CEO, Dr. Tom Evans has announced his intention to retire from his leadership role by December 31, 2026.

Compass Healthcare Collaborative Awarded Accreditation with Commendation

April 22, 2025

Compass Healthcare Collaborative Awarded Accreditation with Commendation by ACCME and Iowa Medical Society

Compass Publications

August 1, 2024

Read on for archived research and thought leadership authored by Tom Evans, MD, FAAFP. The publications span topics including statewide healthcare quality improvement, patient safety, influenza vaccination initiatives, healthcare transformation, and perinatal care.