Arizona Society for Healthcare Engineering
Southern Arizona Affiliate of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering

About Us

Arizona ASHE is an affiliate chapter of the American Society for Healthcare Engineers of the American Hospital Association and has been recognized in 2019-2022 with a Platinum level affiliation status recognized for its outstanding chapter achievements in education, advocacy, and sustainability.


AZSHE Values

  • Partner with industry leaders and contributors to enhance physical healthcare environments.
  • Focus on improving hospital environments and patient outcomes.
  • Support members in expanding their knowledge and expertise in hospital engineering.
  • Foster collaboration among members to share ideas and resources related to hospital engineering.
  • Encourage member participation through meetings, conferences, and educational programs.

AZSHE Board

Nathan Saxton, MECH, CHFM, MBA

Chapter President 2025-2026

Northwest Medical Center

Director of Plant Operations

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Melissa Dominguez

Past Chapter President 2023-2024

Tucson Medical Center

Manager of Fire System & Energy

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Jacob Linhart, CHFM, CHC

Advocacy Liaison
Past President 2019-2022

Tucson Medical Center

Director of Facilities & Construction Operations

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Richard Parker, CHFM

Treasurer

Accreditation Commission for Health Care

Associate Director for Life Safety & Physical Environment

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Ashley Downes

Associate Board Member

Bernhard TME

Project Manager

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Kristian Watkins

Board Member

Banner Health

Sr Manager Facilities Services

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Kari Mack

Associate Board Member

Titan Restoration of Arizona

Account Manager

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