President
Luis Rodriguez, CHE
WELCOME TO
THE FLORIDA HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION
The Florida Healthcare Engineering Association (FHEA), an autonomous chapter of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), is composed of professionals employed across Florida healthcare facilities and systems. The FHEA membership is diverse and includes those with supervisory, management, or administrative responsibilities. Our membership reflects a broad spectrum of expertise, including supervisory, managerial, and administrative roles as well as specialists in plant operations, plant engineering, design/construction, security, safety, clinical engineering, or telecommunications. Representatives from companies that provide products and services which support healthcare design, construction, operation, and maintenance are welcome to join the FHEA as Supporting Members.
Guided by our Mission Statement, FHEA is dedicated to advancing the professional role of healthcare engineers, supporting the ongoing development of our members, and fostering a collaborative environment for sharing knowledge, ideas, and best practices. Continuous education remains the cornerstone of our mission.
As FHEA State President for the 2026-2027 term, I, along with the Board of Directors and staff, am committed to delivering meaningful value to our membership. This includes providing the education necessary to maintain professional competency and the CEUs required for certification renewal. Throughout the year, we will offer opportunities to engage with nationally recognized healthcare engineering experts through the state conferences, seminars, webinars, workshops, trade shows, training programs, and district events.
Our quarterly publication, The Whistle, serves as an important resource for staying informed about organizational activities and industry developments. Each issue features articles on engineering, code compliance, and related topics. We welcome contributions for industry professionals; those interested in submitting an article may contact us at info@fhea.org.
In closing, I encourage all members to take an active role in the FHEA community. Participation in district meetings, the FHEA Trade Show & Annual Education Conference, and our FHEA Fall Expo & Education Conference provides valuable opportunities for education, networking, and professional growth. I also invite you to help strengthening our organization by encouraging colleagues within your professional network to join. For more than 60 years, the collective expertise, dedication, and knowledge of our members have been the foundation of FHEA's success.
Visit www.fhea.org often for up-to-date FHEA information. Join our LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12119523/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FHEAInc social media pages to stay informed on FHEA happenings.
Luis Rodriguez, CHE
Director of Facilities Management
Memorial Hospital West, Pembroke Pines.