News and updates
Announcements about our strategic merger, integration efforts, and launch of the TotalAssist financial assistance program
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Patient Advocate Foundation leadership appointments take effect following strategic nonprofit merger Â
Patient Advocate Foundation today announced that its planned leadership appointments are now in effect, with Alan J. Balch, PhD, serving as Executive Chair…
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Patient Advocate Foundation launches TotalAssist, nation’s largest and most comprehensive charitable patient assistance program
Today, Patient Advocate Foundation, following the March 3 announcement of a strategic merger with PAN Foundation, has launched TotalAssist, combining…
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Updates for FundFinder users
Patient Advocate Foundation is thrilled to continue offering FundFinder for the thousands of people who rely on its directory and notifications…
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New infographic: Understanding the impact of nonmedical needs on patients
Health outcomes are often shaped by more than medical care alone. Financial hardship, housing instability, food insecurity, and other nonmedical needs can significantly impact a…
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Patient Advocate Foundation leaders recognized in Cancer Health 25
Patient Advocate Foundation leaders, Alan Balch, PhD, CEO and Kevin L. Hagan, incoming CEO have been recognized in Cancer Health’s…
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New national survey reveals gap between primary care provider support for clinical trials and real-world patient access
A national survey from Patient Advocate Foundation reveals a disconnect between primary care provider for clinical trials and patient access.
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New research highlights continued healthcare access and affordability challenges, need for charitable foundation support among Medicare patients
Affordability continues to be a barrier for Medicare patients and charitable support remains critical, according to two research reports released…
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WSJ: Two of the biggest patient-assistance charities are combining
The Wall Street Journal reported on the merger announced by Patient Advocate Foundation and PAN Foundation in March 2026.
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Patient Advocate Foundation and PAN Foundation Announce Merger to Create Nation’s Most Comprehensive Nonprofit Dedicated to Helping Patients Navigate, Access, and Afford Care
Our strategic merger expands our services, simplifies access to help, and reaches millions more Americans facing the healthcare access crisis.
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