Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic leaders contribute to Delaware Healthcare Association forum discussions on the future of care

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. (Nov. 6, 2026) – Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic colleagues joined healthcare leaders, policymakers, and industry stakeholders at the Delaware Healthcare Association’s (DHA) 30th Delaware Healthcare Forum on October 29, 2026, in Dover, Del., contributing to important conversations about the future of healthcare across the state.

This year’s forum, themed “Building What’s Next: The Future of Delaware Healthcare,” brought together more than 500 leaders from across the healthcare continuum to explore solutions to the challenges facing the industry and to highlight the importance of partnership and collaboration in advancing healthcare delivery.

Representing the DHA Board of Directors and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, Le-Ann Harris, DNP, MHA, RN, interim president of Saint Francis Hospital and Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital and regional chief nursing officer for Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, participated in the forum’s executive leadership panel titled “Mission-Driven Focus in Challenging Times.” The panel featured candid discussions among hospital and health system leaders on issues affecting healthcare organizations, including affordability, workforce and workplace safety challenges, Delaware’s growing and aging population and Medicaid-related pressures.

The executive leadership panel was moderated by Brian Frazee, president and CEO of the Delaware Healthcare Association, and included senior leaders from Bayhealth, Nemours Children’s Health, ChristianaCare, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Beebe Healthcare.

“Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is proud to participate in meaningful conversations that shape the future of healthcare in the communities we serve,” said Harris. "By working together across health systems, government and community organizations, we can build innovative solutions that improve health outcomes and address the evolving needs of our patients.”

The Delaware Healthcare Forum is DHA’s signature annual event, bringing together healthcare professionals, elected officials and community leaders for interactive learning, thought leadership discussions and networking opportunities focused on strengthening Delaware's healthcare system.