WASHINGTON D.C. – National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), the national voice for nonprofit advanced illness care announced today that Fierce Life Sciences and Fierce Healthcare have named NPHI as one of 2024’s Fierce 50 honorees. The Fierce 50 showcases 50 individuals and companies driving advancements in medicine, fostering innovation and shaping the future of biopharma and healthcare.
“The annual Fierce 50 special report highlights individuals and companies that are driving progress in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and biotechnology industries,” said Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief of Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare. “These 50 outstanding organizations and people demonstrate excellence in their fields, and their commitment to innovation, equity and improving lives is truly commendable. Congratulations to this year’s honorees.”
NPHI was recognized in the Fierce 50 top “Innovators” category for its efforts in transforming hospice and palliative care across the nation. Through its collaboration with nonprofit community providers, NPHI has spearheaded innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes, enhance care delivery, and address the complex challenges of an aging population. By focusing on personalized care, education, and advocacy, NPHI continues to lead the way in advancing compassionate, patient-centered solutions for those facing serious illness.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as one of the Fierce 50 of 2024,” stated Tom Koutsoumpas, NPHI CEO. “This recognition is a testament to the innovative work we’re doing alongside our nonprofit members to ensure that advanced illness care continues to evolve and meet the complex needs of patients. Innovation is at the core of what we do, driving every decision we make as we look to create lasting improvements in care. We remain committed to advancing patient care solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals with the greatest needs, ensuring they receive the compassionate and personalized care they deserve—now and in the future.”
“Being named one of the Fierce 50 of 2024 is a true validation of the groundbreaking work we’re doing with our members to innovate and elevate the standard of care for patients and families,” said Carole Fisher, NPHI President. “Our focus has always been on personalized, compassionate care, and this recognition only fuels our commitment to making sure every patient receives the support and dignity they deserve at every stage of life.”
The Fierce 50 is a constellation of the most brilliant visionaries and trailblazers, handpicked by the discerning editors of Fierce Biotech, Fierce Pharma and Fierce Healthcare. These individuals and companies are a driving force in healthcare delivery, drug development, research, and more.
The Fierce 50 honorees will be celebrated live at an evening gala at the Lighthouse at Pier Sixty One in New York on December 5th. Click here to read more about the award.
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The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) is a membership organization comprising 100+ nonprofit community-integrated hospice and palliative care providers dedicated to ensuring patients and their families have access to care that reflects their individual goals, values, and preferences. NPHI and its members help design more innovative and effective models of care, advocate for comprehensive and community-integrated care customized to meet each person’s unique needs, and build collaboration between national thought leaders, decision-makers, and other healthcare stakeholders to improve serious illness care. Learn more about NPHI at hospiceinnovations.org.
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