As OCHIN approaches our 25th anniversary, I am filled with gratitude for all we have achieved together over the past quarter century. What started as a spark of an idea has grown into a powerful force to make real the promise of good health and well‑being for everyone.  

Today, more than 7 million patients across over 300 independent health care organizations nationwide benefit from the combined knowledge and connected care of the OCHIN network. Moving forward, my continued hope is for OCHIN to further change the trajectory of health care in our country by unlocking the full power of this network to transform patient and clinic outcomes through further collaboration, innovation, and impact.  

As a trusted knowledge solutions partner, OCHIN remains dedicated to helping our members achieve operational and financial wellness, support clinician well‑being, and enhance clinical quality.  

In 2024, we saw significant growth among rural hospitals, Indigenous and tribal health organizations, dental practices, and behavioral health providers, and we welcomed our first dedicated Program of All‑Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) clinic to the OCHIN network. We joined forces with OSIS, another national nonprofit organization with shared values and complementary expertise, to expand our support for health centers across the country. Results from OCHIN’s first KLAS survey helped our members shine a light on opportunities to enhance clinician experience and improve patient outcomes. And we expanded our research data warehouse and project portfolio to support studies that will fuel innovation, advocacy, and improvement efforts for years to come.  

Our forward momentum is driven by the deep knowledge, ingenuity, and dedication of our members, who stand with OCHIN on the forefront of possibility. For example, this year our inaugural OCHIN Impact Awards honored four organizations who are using OCHIN tools and insights in transformative ways to improve the health and well‑being of their patients, providers, and communities. Their work serves as a model for what is achievable through sustainable innovation and wholehearted commitment. 

 In this milestone moment, I am grateful for your trust and ongoing partnership as we continue to embrace challenges, celebrate bright points, and illuminate what’s possible together on the collaborative journey ahead. 

Abby Sears
President and CEO, OCHIN