New England Healthcare Engineers' Society

Home
United States
Mystic, CT
New England Healthcare Engineers' Society

Call Directions Website

American Society of Health Care Engineering (ASHE) affiliated chapter for CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT

The New England Healthcare Engineers' Society (NEHES), founded in 1958, is a professional Society for individuals responsible for the Environment of Care in the delivery of patient care. The Society's goals are:
- To promote better patient care by taking advantage of the latest developments in healthcare facility management, design, operation and maintenance techniques.
- To promote mutual exchanges of technical assistance, ideas, and experience among members and other healthcare engineering professionals.
- To promote the professional engineers through continuing education.

10/29/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Alison Brisson, 2026 NEHES President's Award Recipient!

NEHES is proud to honor Alison Brisson, Vice President of Support Services at Cambridge Health Alliance, as the recipient of the prestigious 2026 NEHES President's Award!
The NEHES President's Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional service to NEHES, their state chapter, and the healthcare engineering profession throughout their career.

As a Past President of NEHES, member of the Bylaws Committee, and ASHE Liaison, Alison has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to leadership, service, and advancing the Society's mission.

Her dedication to strengthening NEHES, supporting effective governance, and fostering connections with the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) reflects the spirit of this distinguished honor.

Alison's contributions and continued involvement exemplify the impact that dedicated volunteer leaders have on the success of our organization and the healthcare facilities profession throughout New England.

👏 Congratulations, Alison, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for your outstanding leadership, years of service, and lasting contributions to NEHES and the healthcare engineering community.

10/28/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Wally Rucki, 2026 NEHES Member of the Year!

NEHES is proud to recognize Wally Rucki, Director of Facilities and Plant Operations at Beth Israel Lahey Health, as the recipient of the 2026 NEHES Member of the Year Award!

Wally has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and service to the healthcare engineering profession. A longtime NEHES supporter and active member, he has held every board position within the Massachusetts Healthcare Facilities Professionals Society (MHFPS), helping guide the chapter through significant growth and strengthening its partnership with NEHES. He was also the recipient of the 2024 ASHE Emerging Regional Leader Award.

A proud Massachusetts Maritime Academy alumnus, Wally is also passionate about developing the next generation of industry professionals through mentorship and student internship programs. His commitment to education extends to his involvement with the University of Hawaii's maritime program and training vessel.

As a recent candidate for ASHE Region 1 Representative, Wally continues to demonstrate his commitment to advancing healthcare facilities management and strengthening professional leadership throughout New England.

👏 Congratulations, Wally, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for your leadership, mentorship, and dedication to NEHES and the healthcare engineering community. Your contributions continue to make a meaningful impact!

10/26/2026

🏆 Congratulations to John Lombardi, 2026 NEHES Chapter Leadership Award Recipient!

NEHES is proud to recognize John Lombardi, President of the Connecticut Healthcare Engineers Society (CHES), for his outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to strengthening the healthcare engineering community. He is the Director of Engineering and Sustainability at UConn Health.

Building on the efforts of dedicated leaders who helped revitalize CHES several years ago, John has played an instrumental role in helping the chapter continue to grow and thrive. His collaborative leadership and commitment to member engagement have helped strengthen the chapter and its future.

John's contributions extend well beyond Connecticut. As Chair of the NEHES Fall Conference Planning Committee and an active participant on several other committees, he has helped shape nearly every aspect of this year's conference. His dedication, countless volunteer hours, and willingness to lead by example reflect the very spirit of this award.

The NEHES Chapter Leadership Award celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership at the state chapter level while advancing collaboration, engagement, and professional excellence throughout New England.

👏 Congratulations, John, and thank you for your exceptional service to CHES, NEHES, and the healthcare engineering profession! Your leadership and commitment make a lasting difference.

10/25/2026

The New England Healthcare Engineers’ Society is Celebrating National Health Care Facilities and Engineering Week!
This week, we recognize and celebrate the dedicated engineers, facility managers, maintenance professionals, and technicians who keep our hospitals running smoothly 24/7.

10/22/2026

🏆 Celebrating Excellence Across New England!
Please join NEHES in congratulating the three recipients of the 2026 NEHES Chapter Excellence Award!

👏 Maine Healthcare Engineers Society (MEHES)
👏 Vermont Healthcare Engineers Society (VHES)
👏 Massachusetts Healthcare Facilities Professionals Society (MHFPS)

The NEHES Chapter Excellence Award recognizes State Chapters for their outstanding efforts in supporting the mission and goals of NEHES, celebrating their accomplishments, contributions, and commitment to advancing the healthcare engineering profession.
These three chapters exemplify the power of collaboration, volunteer leadership, and dedication to strengthening our professional community.

Congratulations to Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts! Thank you to the chapter leaders, volunteers, and members whose time, energy, and commitment make a meaningful difference in healthcare facilities management throughout New England.

🎉 We are proud to celebrate your achievements and the important role you play in the continued success of NEHES!

10/21/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Stephanie Bower, 2026 NEHES Business Partner of the Year Award Recipient!

NEHES is proud to recognize Stephanie Bower, Senior Director of Business Development at AZ Corp, for her exceptional dedication to strengthening professional connections, expanding educational opportunities, and advancing the healthcare facilities community throughout New England.

Stephanie has played an instrumental role in expanding NEHES' reach across Connecticut through collaboration, volunteer leadership, and meaningful industry partnerships.
Her impact is especially evident in her support of the Connecticut Healthcare Engineers Society (CHES), where her efforts helped grow educational programming from approximately 3 events annually to 7, while strengthening member engagement and attracting new healthcare facilities professionals.

Stephanie has also contributed significantly to planning the 2026 NEHES Fall Conference in Connecticut, helping recruit and connect dedicated volunteers and industry experts to support a successful event.

👏 Thank you, Stephanie, for your energy, leadership, and commitment to bringing people together to advance healthcare engineering!

10/19/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Sharon Jozokos, 2026 NEHES Business Partner of the Year Award Recipient!

NEHES is proud to recognize Sharon Jozokos, Senior Vice President at Columbia Construction, for her outstanding leadership, dedication to education, and commitment to advancing the healthcare engineering profession.

Sharon has been a driving force in creating new pathways for the next generation of healthcare facilities professionals. Most notably, she has championed a partnership between NEHES and Wentworth Institute of Technology to develop a healthcare-focused elective, introducing students to the unique opportunities and challenges of healthcare construction and facilities management.

Through her support of NEHES educational initiatives, professional development, and industry collaboration, Sharon is helping build a stronger future workforce while inspiring others to pursue rewarding careers in healthcare.

👏 Thank you, Sharon, for your leadership, vision, and exceptional commitment to the NEHES mission!

10/15/2026

✨👖 2026 NEHES Fall Conference: Same Problems. Higher Stakes. Better Solutions. | Denim & Diamonds Casino Night! 💎🎲

What an unforgettable evening at our Denim & Diamonds Casino Night on Monday, October 5, at Foxwoods Resort Casino!
We loved seeing everyone dressed up in their favorite denim, sparkling accessories, and creative outfits! You certainly brought the style, energy, and fun to this year's NEHES Fall Conference Gala! ✨

👏 A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this special evening such a success!

📸 Let's relive some of our favorite Denim & Diamonds moments! We hope you had as much fun as we did! Browse the full photo gallery here: 164105378@N03/albums/72177720336135224/" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/164105378@N03/albums/72177720336135224/

10/13/2026

Thank you for an incredible 2026 NEHES Fall Conference: Same Problems. Higher Stakes. Better Solutions.

What an unforgettable few days at Foxwoods Resort Casino!

From October 4–7, healthcare facilities professionals, industry partners, and colleagues came together to connect, share ideas, strengthen relationships, and create lasting memories.

This year's conference brought valuable discussions on practical sustainability, operational resilience, and innovative solutions for healthcare facilities management.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to all our attendees, sponsors, speakers, and panelists for making this conference such a success! A special thank you to our incredible keynote speaker, Jamie Valvano, for sharing her inspiring story and leaving us with a powerful message.

📸 Take a look back at some of our favorite moments! The connections, conversations, and memories made at Foxwoods are what make the NEHES community so special. Browse the full photo gallery here: 164105378@N03/albums/72177720336135224/" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/164105378@N03/albums/72177720336135224/

Thank you for being part of the 2026 NEHES Fall Conference! We look forward to seeing you next year!

10/05/2026

🏌️ A great start to the 2026 NEHES Fall Conference!

The NEHES Fall Conference Golf Tournament was held Sunday, October 4, at Elmridge Golf Club, giving facility members, industry partners, and sponsors an opportunity to network, connect, and enjoy some time outdoors before the conference got underway.

The fun continued with the NEHES Co****le Tournament, bringing attendees together for even more friendly competition and networking.

A big thank you to all of our attendees and sponsors who joined us and helped make Sunday a wonderful kickoff to the 2026 NEHES Fall Conference!

Address

Mystic, CT

Telephone

+18446164446

Website

http://www.nehes.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when New England Healthcare Engineers' Society posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.