January 03, 2008

News Release

Adventist HealthCare Names Health Care Industry Alliance Executive to Board of Trustees

Rockville, Md.— Adventist HealthCare of Rockville recently named Robin J. Thomashauer, executive director of CAQH (the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare), to its Board of Trustees.

CAQH, a nonprofit alliance of health plans and networks, is a catalyst for healthcare industry collaboration on initiatives that simplify healthcare administration for health plans and providers, resulting in a better care experience for patients and caregivers.  Thomashauer has held her position with the organization since October 2001.

A Bethesda resident, Thomashauer has almost 30 years of experience with hospitals, health plans and consulting groups, focusing primarily on non-profit organizations.  Prior to joining CAQH, she was a Director in the Payer Practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers.  She has also held senior positions with the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Mid-Atlantic States Region, including Vice President of Strategic Planning.  In addition, she has held management and administrative roles in hospitals including Rockford Memorial Hospital in Rockford, Ill., and Mercy Hospital in Chicago, Ill.

“I am pleased that Robin has accepted a position on the Adventist HealthCare Board of Trustees,” said William G. “Bill” Robertson, CEO and President of Adventist HealthCare. “Her vast health-care experience and proven commitment to non-profit groups and the community are valuable assets in guiding the mission of Adventist HealthCare.”

Thomashauer holds a Master's in Health Services Administration from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science from Colgate University.

Adventist HealthCare, an integrated health care delivery organization based in Rockville, Maryland, is one of the largest employers in the state of Maryland.  The mission of Adventist HealthCare is to demonstrate God’s care by improving the health of people and communities through a ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing. Adventist HealthCare includes Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Washington Adventist Hospital, Adventist Behavioral Health Services, Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital of Maryland, Adventist Senior Living Services, Hackettstown Regional Medical Center, Adventist Home Health Services, the Reginald S. Lourie Center for Children and Infants and LifeWork Strategies.