Welcome to Healthcare Leaders Association of Alabama!


Healthcare Leaders Association of Alabama is a vital resource for healthcare professionals and medical practice executives throughout the state. Through educational programs, mentoring, advocacy and networking, our members attain professional growth and development.  Founded in 1976 under a different brand, Healthcare Leaders Association of Alabama is the voice for the medical group practice profession in the state of Alabama.  

The healthcare industry is ever changing and membership with HLA Alabama helps keep our members current in this dynamic profession.  Whether you are new to medical practice management or a seasoned veteran, membership with HLA ALabama can advance your career and fuel your personal and professional growth.

More than 700 members from across the state rely on the Healthcare Leaders Association of Alabama to serve as their resource for information, education, exchange of ideas and industry contacts so that they can provide quality  management and leadership to their physicians and staff.  Healthcare Leaders Association of Alabama's diverse membership is comprised of administrators, managers, supervisors, faculty, students and other healthcare professionals representing practices of all sizes and specialties. These practices can range from solo, group and rural practices to university-based practices and multi-specialty clinics.



 


Free Monthly Member Webinar

September 8, 2026 / 12:00-1:00PM CDT

A Healthcare Compliance Update- Debra Carpenter, PHD, Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCP, and Jonathan Perz

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About The Webinar: Join us for an informative webinar exploring key 2026 healthcare compliance updates and their operational impact on physician practices and hospitals. Industry experts will provide timely insights on CMS mandates, HIPAA cybersecurity rule changes, and upcoming HR regulatory updates, helping healthcare leaders prepare for the evolving compliance landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and ensure your organization is ready for the year ahead.

About the Speakers: Debra Carpenter, PhD brings 30+ years of healthcare IT leadership experience, with deep expertise in applications, governance, cybersecurity, and data analytics. In addition to her role as CIO Advisor for Blue Eagle Consulting, she serves as CIO at TriState Health in Clarkston, WA, leading high-impact digital transformation and IT innovation. Her background spans both large health systems and critical access hospitals.

Rebecca Tipton joined BMSS in 2022 and currently serves as the manager of BMSS’s outsourced HR Services. With prior experience both managing HR teams, serving as an HR professional, and as an HR Consultant, Rebecca specializes in HR Advisory, where she supports clients with maintaining compliance with employment regulations, managing their HR responsibilities, and fine tuning their people strategy across many industries. Known for her accuracy and dedication to continuous learning, Rebecca is a pro at providing consultation and support on all stages of the employee life cycle.

Jonathan Perz is the Manager of Information Security at Abacus Technologies, where he leads the security operations, engineers client security solutions, and supports threat detection and remediation efforts. He also plays a key role in developing and implementing the firm’s cybersecurity services. Jonathan brings decades of experience in information technology, with a focus on cybersecurity, small and midsize business environments, and secure solution design.


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P.O. Box 380124
   Birmingham, AL 35238-0124
Phone: (205) 981-0011
Fax: (205) 981-2901
lisa@hlaalabama.com