Pratt advances in international professional society Thibodaux Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that Mary Ellen Pratt, CHE, Assistant Administrator, Professional Support Services, has advanced to Diplomate status in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), an international professional society representing more than 30,000 healthcare executives. At present, only approximately 7,000 health care executives in the nation hold Diplomate status in ACHE. With comprehensive programs in credentialing, education, career development, publications, research and public policy, the American College of Healthcare Executives works toward its goal of improving the health status of society by advancing health care management excellence. Diplomates must demonstrate their commitment to continuing education, progression in professional experience and participation in voluntary health care and community affairs. They also must successfully complete comprehensive oral and written examinations covering subjects related to health care management. Pratt now will be privileged to use the letters CHE (Certified Healthcare Executive) after her name in all professional communications, indicating that she is board certified in health care management and an ACHE Diplomate. return to list of press releases