​Early Reflections from Sydney Schultz, Joint Commission-CAHME 2026 Fellow: This year’s fellow, Sydney Schultz, is a Master of Science in Health Systems Management student at Rush University. After spending her first few months with Joint Commission, Sydney reflected on what she has learned so far, the experiences that have started to reshape her perspective on patient safety and quality, and how the Fellowship is helping prepare her for a future in healthcare leadership.

What does it mean to begin a career focused on improving healthcare for everyone? Sadie Joba, MS-HSM (past fellow), Tana Dalangin, MHA (current fellow), and Sydney Schultz (future fellow) offer a unique, full-circle perspective as they share their journeys with Joint Commission, from where the experience can take you to where it begins.

Honoring CAHME Site Visitors and the Dr. Dolores Clement Fellow of the Year Award CAHME’s accreditation process depends on the dedication, expertise, and service of its site visitors. As representatives of CAHME, site visitors communicate CAHME’s mission, values, and...

The CAHME Connection shares stories from across CAHME-accredited programs, sponsors, partners, students, and experts in the field. We highlight the leaders shaping healthcare’s future and the learning experiences that prepare them for success. Through student spotlights, sponsor and partner features, expert reflections, and industry insights, discover how CAHME connects people, programs, and purpose to advance excellence in healthcare management education.