James A. Rice, Ph.D., FACHE, Vice Chairman, The Governance Institute
Newer board members will learn how to optimize their effectiveness in this workshop. Topics include an overview of fiduciary duties, roles, and responsibilities in an era of heightened accountability and transparency. Case studies and discussion of the board’s role in quality, planning, physician relationships, finance, and ethics will be featured.

Thomas C. Dolan, Ph.D., FACHE, CAE, President & CEO, American College of Healthcare Executives
Research from The Governance Institute has isolated a series of essential structures and behaviors of high-performing hospital and health system boards. Dr. Dolan will discuss how your organization can best explore and apply these strategies.

Brian D. Wong, M.D., M.P.H., Founder, The Bedside Project, LLC
While mistrust, misalignment, and miscommunication are endemic to almost all hospital-physician relationships, it is possible to overcome discord when all parties learn the power of mutually trustworthy behavior. Dr. Wong will teach you methods for creating a TRUST CycleTM—a self-reinforcing cycle of measurable, sustainable improvement so you can return to your organization equipped to develop an environment that promotes engagement, interdisciplinary teamwork, and optimal performance.

Bruce Clark, D.P.H., Cofounder, Impact Presentation Group/Age Wave, LLC
Healthcare is unprepared for the consumer of the future—the older adult. From mass dementia and the care-giving crisis, to intergenerational equity and the reinvention of work & retirement; we are on uncharted ground. Is our delivery system designed for this future? This presentation will reveal what recent research shows about this new mature consumer; their unique demands on healthcare providers and the new services they will seek.

Nathan S. Kaufman, Managing Director, Kaufman Strategic Advisors
There is no evidence that universal healthcare, transparency, or consumer-directed healthcare will moderate the skyrocketing growth in healthcare spending. This presentation will focus on the economic drivers that are forcing government and private payers to begin chasing out the traditional fee-for-service method of payment, how these economic drivers will impact physicians and hospitals over time, and how to achieve peak performance in the future.

Nathan S. Kaufman
In this session, Mr. Kaufman will summarize imperative strategies required to achieve financial success, discuss the potential systemic effects of healthcare reform being considered by governmental and private payers, and how to effectively position for such reform considerations. Mr. Kaufman will also explain imperatives for successful sustainable relationships with physicians.

James, A. Rice, Ph.D., FACHE
Capital is scarce and philanthropy is increasingly becoming a vital player in hospital finance. Dr. Rice will explore new leadership methods and strategies for hospital and health system vitality.

Brian D. Wong, M.D., M.P.H.
Physician Advisory Leader (PAL) is a select group of physician leaders who develop the capability and the capacity to lead an entire organization in a positive direction. Through discussion and interaction, Dr. Wong will help you develop a concrete plan for moving your organization from even moderate dysfunction to optimal function.

Brian J. Silverstein, M.D., Senior Vice President, The Camden Group
The healthcare delivery model of tomorrow is largely driven by several competing clinical and market dynamics: technological advancements and the efficacy of traditional applications, greater customization, and an unrelenting demand for transparency. In this session, Dr. Silverstein will explore the key trends and development that will shape clinical practice as well as practical guidelines for selecting and adopting clinical opportunities in your community.

Brian J. Silverstein, M.D.
Personalized medicine describes a future model of care delivery, customizing diagnostics, and treatment to each patient. The concept supports a paradigm shift in care delivery. Dr. Silverstein will discuss the promise of personalized medicine and ways to plan for such complex scenarios.

 

Kevin Barnett, Dr.P.H., M.C.P., Senior Investigator, Public Health Institute
An overview of key elements and lessons learned in the Advancing the State of the Art in Community Benefit demonstration, a multi-state initiative involving more than 70 hospitals. Dr. Barnett will provide an update of continuing work with hospitals across the country and outline what is needed to shift the focus of the public debate.

Jain Malkin, President, Jain Malkin Inc.
This is the most important financial decision you will ever make. The concept of evidence-based design (EBD) is shaping the planning of new construction in the biggest hospital building boom since the 1960s. Making design decisions based on research leads to improved patient outcomes, reduced stress for patients, families and staff, and reduced operating costs. In this session you will learn the basis of EBD and understand the powerful business case that supports it, which will lead to a robust ROI.

Erminia M. Guarneri, M.D., FACC, Medical Director & Founder, Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine
The February 2009 Institute of Medicine Summit will address the rising trend of integrative medicine throughout the country and address the role of integrative medicine as a potential solution to the country's healthcare crisis. This discussion will focus on the outcomes of this groundbreaking summit.

David B. Nash, M.D., M.B.A., FACP, Dean, Jefferson School of Health Policy and Population Health & The Dr. Raymond C. & Doris N. Grandon Professor of Health Policy
The board has ultimate responsibility for the quality of medical care delivered by the institution. Is your board ready to confront this reality? Dr. Nash will review current national efforts to engage governance in the hard work of quality improvement and error reduction. Key models will be discussed, as well as suggestions for the future.

Erminia M.Guarneri, M.D., FACC
Discussion of the role of medicine and healthcare in disease prevention versus disease management. Understanding what can be gained through preventative measures from a financial perspective. Can we truly impact chronic disease?

David B. Nash, M.D., M.B.A., FACP
This session will continue from Dr. Nash’s earlier session and offer a hands-on opportunity to further evaluate the governance dashboard for quality and safety. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own governance dashboard.

Brian D. Wong, M.D., M.P.H.
We all agree that quality of care is the highest priority, but what do we do when colleagues refuse to follow up their words with actions? Dr. Wong will address how you can have “safe conversations” that effectively address troublesome issues professionally, respectfully, and effectively.

Richard L. Buck, M.D., M.P.H., FACPM, Independent Healthcare Strategist
Many of the challenges facing hospitals and healthcare systems require not only fiduciary and strategic governance, but generative governance as well. In this session, Dr. Buck will look at the opportunities and challenges that generative governance presents to healthcare CEOs and boards, and will provide recommendations on fostering generative governance.

Linda Galindo, President, Versera Performance Consulting, LLC
Can you accurately describe your organization’s culture? Shouldn’t you know how, if you are accountable? In this session, attendees will explore a Governance Cultural Assessment to take steps to define your organization’s current culture and learn how to create a culture that fosters high-performing accountability.