Providers

The sixth Mission Conference, hosted by Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) on May 1, brought together executive and senior healthcare leaders to network, be inspired, and develop solutions that drive lasting change.

This year's conference highlights included a panel discussion led by event co-sponsor IEHP Foundation on “Orchestrating a Healthy Future for the Inland Empire” and additional remarks from health plan leaders.

“Composing tomorrow together means creating a shared future in times of change,” said IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton. “We are resisting the urge to retreat into silos and instead choose the power of collective solutions.”

Before the conference concluded, IEHP leadership announced the 2026 Living the Mission Awards, honoring community organizations, hospitals, and providers who exemplify the health plan’s mission. Recipients include:

• Creativity & Innovation Award: Dr. Iheanacho Emeruwa, a Corona-based internal medicine and OB/GYN provider and medical director of Aspen Medical Group, Inc.

• Inspire Award: Michelle’s Place, a cancer resource center in Temecula supporting patients and their families with education and support.

• Optimal Care Award – Hospital: San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital, a 79-bed acute care hospital serving communities in the San Gorgonio Pass region, including the cities of Banning, Beaumont, and Calimesa.

• Optimal Care Award – Provider: Dr. Hua Bai, a Chino Valley-area board-certified pediatrician with more than 40 years of experience.

• Vibrant Health Award: El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center, a San Bernardino nonprofit organization uplifting vulnerable populations across the region with various resources.

Congratulations to all award recipients, and thank you to our provider network for their inspirational service to our community.