Healthcare Unleashed:Breaking Down Silos with Digital Health Leaders

Join us for an insightful discussion with two leading digital health executives as they explore the challenges and opportunities in breaking down silos within the healthcare industry. This moderated conversation will delve into innovative strategies for fostering collaboration, improving data sharing, and enhancing patient care through integrated technology solutions. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights from experts at the forefront of healthcare transformation.

Moderator:

Russ Branzell, CEO/President, CHIME

Speakers:

• Sarah Hatchett, SVP, CIO – Cleveland Clinic
• Scott MacLean, SVP, CIO - MedStar

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Collaborative Leadership: Gain insights into how your A-Group Board Chairs foster a culture of collaboration and unity, breaking down silos to enhance overall efficiency and patient care.

• Explore Strategic Decision-Making: Learn about the strategic approaches and decision-making processes employed by your A-Group Board Chairs to navigate complex challenges in healthcare technology and drive success.

• Identify Best Practices for Integration: Discover best practices for integrating diverse perspectives and expertise from various departments, ensuring cohesive and effective implementation of digital health solutions.

Moderator:

Keith Fraidenburg, EVP, Chief Operating & Innovation Officer, CHIME

Speakers:

• Pete D’Addio, AEHIT Board Chair and Director of Enterprise Technology, Moffitt Cancer Center
• Keith Duemling, AEHIS Board Chair and Senior Director Cybersecurity Technology Protection, Cleveland Clinic
• Jason Ortiz, AEHADA Board Chair and Digital Leader

Learning Objectives:

• Join us to learn from industry leading hospital CISOs about key areas of their Information Security program they have recently matured and are ready to share.

• Come listen, learn, ask questions, and collaborate. This session is focused on enabling the rapid advancement of cyber programs.

• Leave the session with immediate actions and ideas you can implement.

• Meet and collaborate with others in the session. Be sure to exchange contact information to grow your peer network!

• Where applicable, our panel presenters will also provide templates and examples to help you jump start your progress.

Location: Room 207

Moderator:

James Case – VP & Chief Information Security Officer, Baptist Health

Speakers:

Jim Bowie – Vice President, Cybersecurity and Chief Information Security Officer, Tampa General Hospital

Learning Objectives:

• Hear how digital health leaders have minimized the impact of system downtime on patient care and data availability.

• Explore how to prepare health systems to function effectively during business disruptions caused by any number of issues (e.g. natural disasters, technology failure, cyber-attacks)

• Discuss strategies to safeguard healthcare delivery systems against cyber risks including ransomware attacks, data breaches, and unauthorized access.

Location: Ballroom C

Speakers:

Dr. David Kaelber – Chief Health Informatics Officer, The MetroHealth System

Learning Objectives:

• Develop the ability to identify skill gaps and untapped knowledge within your workforce.

• Gain insights into the potential risks posed by neglecting workforce development.

• Explore effective strategies to engage and retain digital health professionals.

Location: Room 207

Speakers:

• Pete D’Addio, Director of Enterprise Technology, Moffitt Cancer Center
• Jill Evans, Chief Nursing Informatics Officer & Chief of Connected Care, Virtual Care Enterprise, The MetroHealth System
• Doug Burkott, Sr. Director, IS Business Operations, Baptist Health

Learning Objectives:

• Prioritize and invest in efforts to optimize work environments that prevent and reduce burnout.

• Encourage open conversations about mental health and implement strategies to reduce stigma and provide resources for digital health team members.

• Embed well-being practices into the fabric of the organization and make well-being an ongoing priority, not just a short-term initiative.

Location: Ballroom C

Moderator:

Julie Kemp, Global Customer Engagement Leader, Enterprise Informatics, Philips

Speakers:

• Tracey Touma, Cybersecurity Business Liaison, Cleveland Clinic
• Alexander Koster, AVP Value Transformation, Nemours
• Dr. Jonathan Siff, Chief Medical Informatics Officer, The MetroHealth System
• Linda Stevenson, Chief Information Officer, Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Learning Objectives:

• Highlight the importance of collaboration between clinicians, informatics experts, and AI developers in building AI solutions that enhance clinical workflow.

• Delve into the ethical considerations of AI adoption in clinical practice such as issues related to bias, transparency, and patient privacy.

Location: Room 203

Moderator:

Dr. Ed Lee, Chief Medical Officer, Nabla

Speakers:

• Dr. James Blum, Chief Health Information Officer, University of Iowa
• Delphine Groll, Cofounder & Chief Operating Officer, Nabla

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the fundamental principles of governance in healthcare, including transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement, and how these principles contribute to the overall effectiveness of healthcare organizations.

• Explore the four enemies of effective governance.

• See the practical application of AI to gain efficiency when developing a business case.

Location: Ballroom C

Speaker:

Doug Burkott, Sr. Director, IS Business Operations, Baptist Health

Learning Objectives:

• Delve into the concept of Data Readiness Levels (DRLs), which provide a systematic way to assess data preparation and representation.

• Explore strategies for aligning an organization’s business objectives with its data strategies.

• Investigate techniques for verifying data quality and minimizing data silos within an organization.

Location: Room 207

Speakers:

• James Gaston, VP Enterprise Data & Chief Data Officer, Parkland Health
• J.D. Whitlock, CIO, Dayton Children’s Hospital

Learning Objectives:

• Explore early results from the 2024 DHMW survey findings to understand specific cybersecurity risks faced by healthcare organizations and associated mitigation strategies.

• Discuss recent cyber incidents, cyberattacks, ransomware incidents, and trends related to nefarious actors.

• Emphasize the importance of collaboration within and across organizations and discuss information sharing, threat intelligence networks, and best practices for fostering a collective cyber defense.

Location: Room 203

Moderator:

Lisa Gallagher, National Cybersecurity Advisor, CHIME

Speakers:

• Tamer Baker, Chief Technology Officer, Zscaler
• Blaine Hebert, VP and Chief Information Security Officer, Yuma Regional Medical Center

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss the unique contributions and leadership styles of women in digital health, and how their innovative approaches are transforming the industry.

• Explore the specific challenges women face in the digital health sector and discuss strategies to overcome these barriers, creating more inclusive opportunities.

• Learn about the importance of mentorship and networking for women in digital health, and how these connections can support career growth, collaboration, and the advancement of careers.

Location: Room 203

Speakers:

• Tracey Touma, Cybersecurity Business Liaison, Cleveland Clinic
• Melynda Brown, Interoperability IT Manager, Emory Healthcare
• Maylee Sanchez, CIO, Health Choice Network

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the unique challenges facing rural healthcare delivery and digital health and why these concerns are converging as a national crisis.

• Explore innovative strategies for delivering digital health solutions, telehealth, GenAI and workforce innovations in rural communities and hospitals.

• Discuss communication strategies for leaders during crises to support transparency and maintain trust.

Location: Room 207

Moderator:

Angela Capretto, Freelance Consultant, Capretto Consulting

Speakers:

• Laura Kreofsky, Rural Health Strategy Lead, Tech for Social Impact, Microsoft
• Linda Stevenson, Chief Information Officer, Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the scope of AI and the processes it can support across clinical and administrative workflows.

• Evaluation criteria for identifying and piloting solutions for AI scribing, clinical documentation and coding technology.

• Minimizing risk and increasing adoption with an engagement strategy. Identifying cross-functional stakeholders and preparing staff for new technology by understanding the possibilities, limitations and pitfalls of using AI.

Location: Ballroom C

Moderator:

Nikhil Buduma, Co-founder & Chief Scientist, Ambience Healthcare

Speakers:

Stephani Scott, Vice President of Audit Services, AAPC