ACHQC - Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative

09/18/2026

Have you experienced hernia care firsthand? We want to hear from you!

Join the ACHQC Patient Engagement & Advocacy Committee and help bring the patient voice to the future of hernia care.

📱 Scan the QR code to complete a short interest form and get involved!

Your experience matters. Your voice can make a difference.

09/15/2026

Preparations are well underway for our 9th Annual Quality Improvement Summit, coming to Chicago, April 16–18, 2027!

Interested in showcasing your organization and connecting with leaders in quality improvement and hernia care? Sponsorship & Exhibit opportunities are available!

Reach out to learn more and secure your spot.

06/30/2026

As Hernia Awareness Month comes to a close, our work continues.

Through collaboration, education, research, and quality improvement, ACHQC remains committed to advancing abdominal core health and improving outcomes for patients across the country.

Thank you to the surgeons, partners, and patients and their care teams who make this mission possible.

06/29/2026

Be an Active Participant in Your Care -
Whether you're considering surgery, seeking a second opinion, or learning about treatment options, your voice matters.

Ask questions. Seek information. Partner with your care team.

06/26/2026

06/25/2026

Our Why...
Behind every data point is a patient who trusted their care to an ACHQC surgeon. Their experiences remind us that the Collaborative is not just about numbers. We're about real lives, real recovery and outcomes that really matter.

06/23/2026

Progress happens when we share and learn through collaboration. Check out our Annual Report and learn about our efforts.

https://achqc.org/uploads/general_images/2025_ACHQCAnnual_Report.pdf

06/21/2026

💪Happy Father's Day to the guys who are always lifting—kids, groceries, furniture, and more.

Don't ignore signs like a bulge, pain, or discomfort that could indicate a hernia.

Your health matters, too.

06/19/2026

We are honoring Juneteenth by celebrating strength, resilience, and community. ACHQC focuses on empowering patients through collaboration, education, awareness, and data driven quality improvement.

06/18/2026

Did you know today is International Picnic Day? (we didn't either, but love a good picnic!)

Enjoy the outdoors, food, and great company—and remember to lift picnic gear safely. Improper heavy lifting can increase the risk of a hernia.

💙 Stay active. Lift smart.