Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative

VHPC is proud to be a Bronze Sponsor and the Reverse Expo Refreshment Sponsor at the Fall 2026 IDN Summit & Reverse Expo. As healthcare leaders from across the country gather in Phoenix, we look forward to connecting, sharing ideas, and discussing the strategies shaping the future of healthcare supply chain performance. If you'll be attending, stop by Booth #721 to meet our team and learn more about how VHPC helps organizations drive value through collaboration, analytics, and contracting expertise. We look forward to seeing you at the Summit! Teresa Dail Tony Gribble Sara Coley Anthony Meldrum Suzy Eberle, MBA, CSBI

We're looking forward to being at the Fall IDN Summit & Reverse Expo next week and connecting with healthcare leaders from across the industry. There's tremendous value in sharing ideas, learning from one another, and discussing the opportunities and challenges shaping healthcare today. If you'll be attending, we'd love to meet you. See you there! Teresa Dail Tony Gribble Sara Coley Anthony Meldrum Suzy Eberle, MBA, CSBI

🌟 Team Member Spotlight Say hello to Suzy Eberle, MBA, CSBI, Director of Sourcing at VHPC! With more than 20 years of experience across the provider, supplier, and GPO sectors of healthcare, Suzy brings a well-rounded perspective to strategic sourcing and contracting. She is passionate about creating innovative contract solutions that deliver greater value for members while accelerating speed to value. In her role, she leads efforts to enhance VHPC's contracting approach through customized solutions, master terms and conditions, and opportunities that help members achieve more from their supplier relationships. We're excited to have her leadership and expertise helping drive meaningful results for our members and suppliers every day.

The future of healthcare depends on aligning clinical care, operations, and infrastructure. Strategic investments in new care settings create opportunities to improve access, streamline delivery, and better serve growing communities.

The Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative team is looking forward to attending the Fall IDN Summit & Reverse Expo and connecting with healthcare leaders from across the country. As healthcare continues to evolve, collaboration and shared learning remain essential to advancing value, driving performance, and supporting the organizations we serve. We're excited to join the conversation and strengthen relationships with peers and partners throughout the industry. If you'll be attending, we'd love to connect. Tony Gribble Teresa Dail Suzy Eberle, MBA, CSBI Sara Coley

Healthcare organizations track more metrics than ever before. But having more data doesn't always lead to better decisions. Sometimes the most valuable conversations begin by asking whether we're measuring what truly matters—not simply what's easiest to report. As healthcare continues to evolve, organizations may benefit from taking a fresh look at the metrics that guide decision-making. If you could eliminate one metric and replace it with another, what would it be—and why?

Most organizations can describe what they expect from a supplier. Fewer conversations focus on what makes a partnership truly strategic. Is it responsiveness? Innovation? Transparency? The ability to solve problems together? Or something else entirely? As expectations continue to evolve, supplier relationships are becoming about more than products and contracts. In your experience, what's the single most important characteristic of a strategic supplier partnership? Join the conversation through Beyond the Contract, our thought leadership series exploring the issues that matter most to healthcare supply chain professionals. Link here: https://lnkd.in/erU7dnV6

VHPC FAQ | No. 4 Collaboration is no longer a nice-to-have in healthcare supply chain strategy. It's a key driver of efficiency, alignment, and value. This week's FAQ highlights how shared insights and collective action can help organizations reduce fragmentation and maximize resources. Where do you see the greatest opportunity for collaboration across your organization?

Every healthcare organization is navigating a unique set of operational challenges, but some issues continue to rise to the top. We're curious—what's the biggest supply chain challenge your organization is facing today? Cast your vote below, then share your perspective in the comments. We'd love to hear how your organization is approaching these challenges and what strategies are making the biggest impact.

Happy Independence Day from Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative! On this holiday, we take a moment to recognize the enduring spirit that continues to bring people together across our nation. Independence Day offers a reminder of the strength found in unity and the progress that can happen when efforts are aligned. It’s also a time to reflect on the guiding principles that continue to move us forward—freedom and resilience. We hope you have the opportunity to recharge and spend time with those who matter. Wishing you and your family a safe and meaningful Fourth of July.