The American Heart Association presents outpatient program achievement awards for proven dedication to ensuring patients have access to best practices that reduce risk of heart disease and stroke
LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct. 8, 2025 — Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. has received three American Heart Association outpatient program achievement awards in recognition for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke by improving high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and blood pressure management. The awards recognize a commitment to following the latest evidence- and science-based care guidelines.
Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have some form of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke or heart failure.[1] High cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and uncontrolled high blood pressure are leading risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but with timely diagnosis, research-based treatment and education, these conditions can be managed.
The outpatient achievement award programs put the unparalleled expertise of the American Heart Association to work for health care organizations nationwide, helping ensure the care provided to patients is aligned with the latest evidence- and research-based guidelines. As a participant in the Target: BP, Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol., Target: Type 2 Diabetes programs, Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. was recognized after demonstrating how their organization has committed to improving risk factor management for patients.
This year, Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. received these achievement awards:
- The American Heart Association’s Change. Control. Cholesterol™ Gold
- The American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Gold
- Target: BP™ Gold+ recognition jointly presented by the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association.
“Heart disease and stroke remain the leading causes of death for Americans, and addressing Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure management is key for better cardiovascular health,” said Howard Haft, M.D., MMM, CPE, FACPE, member of the American Heart Association’s National Quality Oversight Committee. “The American Heart Association is pleased to recognize Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. for its commitment to managing patient risk factors related to high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Type 2 diabetes.”
[1] Martin S, et al. 2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2024:149(8). https://doi.org/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001209.
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A Warm Farewell and Thank You to Our Retiring Medical Director
Dr. John Hoh started in 1996 as the Medical Director, and as the first physician for patient care when APHCV first opened its clinic doors in June of 1996. He has diligently served our patients and the community for the past 29 years. As he begins a new chapter of his life in retirement, we would like to express our appreciation for all of his contributions to our health center over the years.
Dr. Hoh received his medical degree in 1983 from Temple University. He completed a three-year medical residency at Montefiore Medical Center and the three-year fellowship at John Hopkins Medical Center and the National Institute of Health, Gerontology Research Center. He specializes in Internal Medicine with added formal training in Geriatric Medicine.
As a practicing physician at APHCV in his first 11 years, he has been well-respected and loved by many of his patients. One patient shared, “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for (Dr. Hoh’s) years of compassionate care and dedication. Your expertise and kindness have made a lasting impact on so many lives, including mine. You’ve been more than a doctor; you’ve been a trusted guide through health and healing.” Since 2017, Dr. Hoh became a full-time administrative Medical Director.
Dr. Hoh has been well-loved by his colleagues at APHCV. Our Director of Clinic Operations who worked alongside Dr. Hoh for twenty-eight years stated, “You have taught me a lot over the years, and I would like to sincerely thank you for your guidance. Your care and compassion were not only extended to our patients, but also to the people around you at APHCV.” Our Chief Executive Officer states, “I will keep in heart all of the things we have done together and wish to tell others about your incredible contributions.”
As he will move to the state of Ohio where his family members reside, we are happy for Dr. Hoh’s next chapter in his life and greatly appreciate all of his contributions and care for the past 29 years.
Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. nationally recognized for its commitment to improve cardiovascular health
The American Heart Association presents outpatient program achievement awards for proven dedication to ensuring patients have access to best practices that reduce risk of heart disease and stroke
LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct. 8, 2025 — Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. has received three American Heart Association outpatient program achievement awards in recognition for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke by improving high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and blood pressure management. The awards recognize a commitment to following the latest evidence- and science-based care guidelines.
Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have some form of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke or heart failure.[1] High cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and uncontrolled high blood pressure are leading risk factors for cardiovascular disease, but with timely diagnosis, research-based treatment and education, these conditions can be managed.
The outpatient achievement award programs put the unparalleled expertise of the American Heart Association to work for health care organizations nationwide, helping ensure the care provided to patients is aligned with the latest evidence- and research-based guidelines. As a participant in the Target: BP, Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol., Target: Type 2 Diabetes programs, Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. was recognized after demonstrating how their organization has committed to improving risk factor management for patients.
This year, Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. received these achievement awards:
“Heart disease and stroke remain the leading causes of death for Americans, and addressing Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure management is key for better cardiovascular health,” said Howard Haft, M.D., MMM, CPE, FACPE, member of the American Heart Association’s National Quality Oversight Committee. “The American Heart Association is pleased to recognize Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. for its commitment to managing patient risk factors related to high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Type 2 diabetes.”
[1] Martin S, et al. 2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2024:149(8). https://doi.org/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001209.
HRSA Awards APHCV with Community Health Quality Recognition
October 7, 2025 – The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. (APHCV) with Health Center Quality Leader Gold and three additional Health Center Quality Leader recognitions.
In 2025, Community Health Quality Recognition badges recognized Health Center Program awardees and look-alikes (LALs) that achieved quality improvements in Access, Clinic Quality, Health Outcomes, and Health Information Technology. CHQR badges are awarded annually, based on the latest Uniform Data System reporting year.
APHCV earned Health Center Quality Leader – Gold Level for ranking in the top 10% of health centers on overall Clinical Quality Measure (CQM) performance. APHCV also earned a badge for Advancing HIT for Quality, Preventive Health, and three National Quality Leader badges for Behavioral Health, Cancer Screening, and Diabetes Health.
About APHCV
Asian Pacific Health Care Venture, Inc. (www.aphcv.org) is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides culturally and linguistically appropriate care and services to over 16,001 patients annually, more than 6% of whom are uninsured. APHCV provides more than 67,294 patient visits annually through four community health centers located in Los Angeles County. We provide linguistic support in multiple Asian languages (Bangla/Bengali, Cantonese, Khmer, Mandarin, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese) and in Spanish. Appointments can be made by calling (323)-644-3888.
APHCV is awarded funding for Provider Recruitment Program by L.A. Care
L.A Care Health Plan has awarded APHCV with funding for the Provider Recruitment Program Rolling Deadline Program. This generous funding will support APHCV to recruit a highly qualified medical provider for our patients.
L.A. Care is one of the largest publicly operated health plans in the country and has been working to address the physician shortage in L.A. County.
L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County’s vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.
Learn more about L.A. Care Health Plan.
View information about APHCV’s Providers.
L.A. Care funds APHCV with Robert E. Tranquada Safety Net Initiative (Tranquada XV)
APHCV has received funding from L.A. Care’s Robert E. Tranquada Safety Net Initiative (Tranquada XV). This generous funding will help APHCV to mitigate disparities through tailored interventions by developing a clinic-wide social determinants of health (SDoH) needs assessment and providing Patient Care Navigation services to our patients.
APHCV is happy to be able to provide much needed social services and community resources support to our patients who experience barriers to accessing their care and managing their health.
L.A. Care launched the Tranquada Initiative in 2005 to help safety net providers improve their core infrastructure capabilities and to support projects that have a long-term and systemic impact.
L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County’s vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.
Learn more about L.A. Care Health Plan.