About MiSHE …

MiSHE (Michigan Society for Healthcare Engineering) is a state affiliate chapter of ASHE (American Society for Healthcare Engineering). Within the state of Michigan, MiSHE is made up of 5 regional chapters: UPSHE, NCSHE, ECSHE, WMSHE, and SMSHE (click here to see regional chapters).

There are several types of membership (see bylaws). Membership is targeted for individuals who perform in the role of: facility managers, facility engineer, construction manager, and other titles that embody supervisory authority within healthcare institutions. Healthcare institutions represented are: hospitals, long-term care, nursing homes, homes for the aged, medical centers, rehabilitation centers, and specialty medical centers.

MiSHE helps to distribute information and educational services to assist members with conducting their jobs. Educational events that occur regularly through out the year are: the Annual Conference, MiSHE Member Seminars, and Technical Seminars. Regional chapters provide additional educational opportunities that include: In-Facilities and Mini-Technical presentations.

Mission Statement: “To promote better patient care through improved engineering practices.”

Vision Statement: “To empower members to individually and collectively improve the healthcare environment.”

Goals:

• Conduct an annual conference
• Conduct an annual meeting for all members
• Provide programs for members
• Provide programs for members employees
• Bolster membership in regional, state and national chapters
• Maintain and update web-based information
• Provide advocacy for members

History:

· History 1979-1998