The healthcare industry has a lot to grapple with, from financial challenges and workforce shortages to a pivotal 2024 election and disruptive, innovative care models that present both challenges and opportunities.
Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Symposium, Sept. 14-15 in New Orleans, will bring together top executives and decision-makers from across the industry to delve into the issues and explore what it means to be an effective leader in the current environment.
You can apply to attend and see the latest agenda, speaker and event updates here.
When and where is the conference?
This year’s event will be held Thursday, Sept. 14, and Friday, Sept. 15, at the Four Seasons New Orleans, located at 2 Canal St. It begins with a luncheon Sept. 14 at 11:30 a.m., followed by presentations and panel discussions from 12:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., and a networking reception from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The conference continues Sept. 15, with sessions from 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., after which the event concludes.
Who are some of the speakers?
The event features policymakers and top executives and decision-makers from across the healthcare industry. Speakers include Warner Thomas, president and CEO of Sutter Health; Dr. Meena Seshamani, deputy administrator and director of the Center for Medicare; Pete November, CEO of Ochsner Health; Dr. Welela Tereffe, chief medical executive of MD Anderson Cancer Center; Steve Fera, executive vice president of public affairs and government markets for Independence Blue Cross; Marc Miller, president and CEO of Universal Health Services; Dr. Marc Watkins, chief medical officer of Kroger Health; Ketul Patel, CEO of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and Pacific Northwest division president of CommonSpirit Health; Dr. Leong Koh, president and CEO of Northwest Permanente; Kathleen Sanford, executive vice president and chief nursing officer of CommonSpirit Health; and Lori Evans Bernstein, co-founder and CEO of Caraway.
What topics are on the agenda?
The agenda focuses on the most significant challenges and opportunities for the healthcare industry and offers insights to help executives guide their organizations. Sessions explore the implications of the upcoming 2024 election; the future of Medicare; the impact of financial strategies focused on growth and affordability; innovative models for primary care and behavioral health; strategies for solving workforce shortages; and opportunities for collaboration.
Who should attend?
The Leadership Symposium is intended for C-suite executives at provider and payer organizations, with attendance capped around 100. Interested parties should apply to attend. Applications will be reviewed by Modern Healthcare staff for approval.
How much are tickets?
The individual ticket price is $1,299. Contact [email protected] for more information.
