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AI that matters: How health systems are translating promise into results

Generative. Predictive. AI is everywhere — but real, sustained results are still the exception, not the rule. In this session, health system executives will share where AI is delivering measurable gains in clinical documentation, operational performance and care, and where…

Nov 17, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM America/Chicago

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Presenters

Dr. Jerilyn Morrissey

Chief Medical Officer, CorroHealth

Richard P. Shannon, MD

Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer Duke Health

Thomas Scoggins, MD

Chief Medical Officer AdventHealth DeLand

Keisha Downes DMSc(c), MBA, RN

Vice President, Mid-Revenue Cycle Beth Israel Lahey Health

Jake O'Shea MD, MBA

VP & Chief Health Information Officer HCA Healthcare

Solving population health challenges: A leadership survey on strategy & collaboration

Taking on responsibility for population health creates new challenges for hospitals and health systems. These organizations are now accountable for the well-being of the people in their communities, not just the patients who seek out care. To better understand the…

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How AI enabled virtual reality training is transforming nurse development and clinical readiness

Hospitals are under pressure to ensure nurses are confident, competent and ready for high-stakes patient care — especially as clinical experience gaps widen. Forward-thinking organizations are turning to virtual reality to build nursing skills across all career stages, from onboarding…

Nov 10, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM America/Chicago

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Presenters

Dawn Marie Dunbar

Clinical Product Manager, Oxford Medical Simulation

Jack Pottle, MD

Chief Medical Officer and Founder, Oxford Medical Simulation (OMS)

Anna Lisa de Joya, PT, DSc

Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy Associate Vice President, Clinical Education Memorial Hermann Health System

Bryan Sisk

CNO, Memorial Hermann Health System

Kimberly L Mullen MSN, RN

Director Professional Development, Nursing Research, Magnet Program Director, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

Danielle LaCoste

Solutions Architect and AR/VR Practice Lead, Meta

18 5-star Medicare Advantage plans | 2026

CMS released its Medicare Advantage star ratings for 2026 on Oct. 9. Strong ratings, with five stars being the highest score, lead to plans earning quality bonus payments. Eighteen plans achieved a 5-star status, versus only seven last year. These…

23 Medicare Advantage plans rated below 3 stars | 2026

CMS shared its Medicare Advantage star ratings for 2026 on Oct. 9. Strong ratings lead to plans earning quality bonus payments, while plans that consistently underperform may encounter more oversight and a higher risk of contract cancellation. The number of…

Rhode Island eyes sunset for GLP-1 Medicaid weight loss coverage

The Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services proposed pulling back on Medicaid’s coverage of GLP-1s for weight loss, according to a budget document acquired by the Rhode Island Current. In April, the Trump administration said it will…

Balancing Vision and Value: An Intentional Approach to AI Innovation

To improve system availability and improve quality of care, many healthcare organizations are exploring AI as a potential solution. As those same systems race to adopt transformative AI, the challenge lies in balancing vision with measurable value and near-term results.…

Nov 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM America/Chicago

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Presenters

Steve Martin

Chief Technology Officer, TRIMEDX

Murphy McGraw

Senior Director, Product Management, TRIMEDX

CMS posts 2026 Medicare Advantage star ratings: 8 notes

CMS released Medicare Advantage star ratings on Oct. 9, showing an average score of 3.65 for 2026, compared to 3.92 last year. Plans were evaluated by the agency across 40 quality criteria spanning outcomes, experience, access, operations, and pharmacy. Plans…

ICHRA legislation in Congress: 3 bills to know

Republican lawmakers are reviving proposals that failed to make it into the sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act, turning their focus to a trio of measures that could reshape how employers offer health benefits through Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements,…

Optum to buy Massachusetts medical group

Optum’s Massachusetts-based subsidiary Atrius Health plans to acquire Acton Medical Associates, a 45-provider primary care group serving nearly 37,000 patients in the Boston area, according to a Sept. 25 filing from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission. Atrius, a Newton-based physician…