Elkridge, Md. – On June 10, the Maryland Hospital Association’s (MHA) 61 hospitals and health systems elected new leaders and additions to its Board of Trustees to guide the Association to meet the changing needs of patients, communities, and the state. The new Fiscal Year 2026 slate includes distinguished health care executives from across the state—bringing a wealth of experience and insight to help guide MHA’s mission of advancing health care in Maryland.
The newly elected Chair is Bradley Chambers, Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of the Baltimore Region at MedStar Health. David Maine, M.D., President & CEO of Mercy Medical Center, will serve as Vice Chair. Michele Martz, President of UPMC Western Maryland, has been named Secretary/Treasurer. Together, these leaders represent a strong and forward-looking executive team positioned to support Maryland’s hospitals and health systems through a rapidly evolving health care environment.
Steering the Association’s key policy councils and governing groups are David Maine, M.D., President and CEO of Mercy Health Services, as the Chair of the Council on Clinical & Quality Issues; Kevin Sowers, President of the Johns Hopkins Health System, as the Chair of the Council on Legislative & Regulatory Policy; Mohan Suntha, M.D., President & CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System, as the Chair of the Council on Financial Policy; Victoria Bayless, Chief Executive Officer of Luminis Health, as the Chair of the MHA Political Action Committee; Jeremy Bradford, President and CEO of CalvertHealth, as the new Chair of the Governance Committee; Harsh Trivedi, M.D., President and CEO of Sheppard Pratt Health System, as the Chair of the Compensation Committee.
“We’re delighted to have this strong leadership team to guide us through this ever-evolving health care environment,” says Melony G. Griffith, President & CEO of the Maryland Hospital Association. “Our board members’ deep commitment to health care excellence, innovation, and access will be instrumental in helping MHA and our members respond to both current challenges and future opportunities to build the health of Maryland communities.”
In addition to the new officers, MHA has welcomed five new members to its Board of Trustees, each bringing diverse perspectives and valuable expertise to support the statewide hospital community.
- M. Shafeeq Ahmed, M.D. President, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center
- Andre Boyd, Sr. Regional President & CEO, Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic & Holy Cross Health Maryland
- Emily Briton President, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center & Senior Vice President, MedStar Health
- John Sackett President & CEO, Adventist HealthCare
- Amy Shlossman President, Sinai Hospital and Grace Medical Center & Senior Vice President, LifeBridge Health
These members further strengthen the board’s ability to represent and advocate for the full range of hospitals across the region. The full list of Board members is available here.
MHA is grateful for the leadership and commitment of the immediate past Board Chair, Thomas A. Kleinhanzl, president & CEO of Frederick Health. “Tom has been a steadfast voice in Maryland’s health care community for decades,” notes Griffith. “Tom had the distinct honor of being the first ever hospital president or CEO to lead our Board of Trustees.”
The Maryland Hospital Association represents Maryland’s nonprofit hospitals and health systems. MHA’s Board of Trustees plays a critical role in shaping statewide strategies and promoting health care in our communities. The new leaders begin on July 1, 2025.
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About the Maryland Hospital Association
The Maryland Hospital Association (MHA) represents Maryland’s nonprofit hospitals and health systems, working collectively to shape policy, improve practices, and enhance health care delivery for the benefit of all Marylanders. Guided by the understanding that healthy hospitals are the foundation for healthy communities, MHA advocates for policies and initiatives that strengthen hospitals’ ability to provide lifesaving acute care 24/7/365. Learn more at www.mhaonline.org