Past event: VA Healthcare 2016 Conference

Developing Solutions for the Next Generation of Veteran Care

The U.S. population holds a greater concentration of military veterans than at any time since WWII. This vastly higher presence of veterans has caused the VA Health Care system to be overrun with new patients. Over the past few years, the VA has been working tirelessly to completely restructure the entire organization top to bottom to increase efficiency and capacity.

Come hear from senior veteran healthcare officials and experts as we explore the road ahead for strengthening the VA Health Care system, and learn of the latest developments and how you can implement them locally.

Meet industry leaders offering cutting edge innovation, and network with other professionals to explore refining best practices in a collaborative environment. VA Healthcare Summit 2016 will offer you professional growth with our CME certified sessions in addition to directly contributing to the well being of our veterans who have sacrificed for our country.

Please note that although the subject matter of this conference relates to VA healthcare, this is non-VA event. The organiser is solely responsible for its content and neither the Department of Veterans Affairs nor any of its components (VHA, VBA) have sponsored or endorsed this event or the organiser.


Topics covered during the conference include:

  • Alternative/Complementary Medicine for Veterans
  • PTSD, Invisible Wounds and Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Alternative Coverage Options
  • Developments in Women's Care
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Telehealth Options
  • Addressing the Nursing Shortage
  • Advances in Prosthetics
  • How to Manage Your Claim
  • and much more

Early-confirmed speakers:

  • David Shulkin, Under Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Danny Pummill, Acting Under Secretary of Benefits, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Carolyn Clancy, Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Organizational Excellence, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Robin Hemphill, Acting Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Quality, Safety and Value, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Ali Sonel, Chief of Staff for Veteran Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Heather Woodward-Hagg, Acting Director Veterans Engineering Resource Center, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Allison Hickey, Former Under Secretary for Benefits, Formerly of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Mr. Steven Schliesman, Assistant Deputy Chief Information Officer and Project Management, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Tara Galovski, Director of Women's Health Sciences Division, National Center for PTSD, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Ms. Jean Gurga, Chief of the Office of Quality, Safety, & Value, Aleda E. Lutz Veteran Affairs Medical Center
  • Dr. James Couch, Chief of the Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory, Oklahoma VAMC, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
  • Dr. Anthony Tersigni, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ascension
  • Dr. W. P. Andrew Lee, Professor and Chairman of the of Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
  • Mr. Matthew Hill, Treasurer for National Organization of Veterans' Advocates, Managing Shareholder and Attorney, Hill & Ponton, P.A.

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Workshop Day - Monday, May 16, 2016
  • WORKSHOP A: Modernization of Electronic Medical Records to Enable Cross Industry Communication
  • WORKSHOP B: Clinical Advances Overview
  • WORKSHOP C: Panel Discussion: How the VA is Streamlining Process Management
  • WORKSHOP D: Panel Discussion - Benefit Accessibility:  A Practical Guide for Veterans
Main Day 1 - Tuesday, May 17, 2016
  • Including: Demo Drive/Break, Networking Luncheon, Afternoon Networking Break and Brilliance Bar
Main Day 2 - Wednesday, May 18, 2016
  • Including: Morning Networking Break & Demo Drive, Networking Luncheon, Afternoon Networking Break and Brilliance Bar

The agenda is available as PDF under dwonlaods at the right side of the page.

Venue

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Venue & Accommodation

Sheraton Pentagon City
900 S Orme St, Arlington, Virginia
22204, United States
Website:  http://www.sheratonpentagoncity.com
Phone: (703) 521-1900

Accommodation
Discover something new at the recently renovated Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel. From new carpeting and totally updated guest rooms to an all-new lobby— the Sheraton Pentagon City is evolving with your comfort in mind. Stay connected with the lobby’s new “connection destination,” the Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft, offering a secure and fun area to work or just hang out. Or, retreat to our chic and all-new guest rooms, newly outfitted with the signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed and flat screen TV.

With the Reagan National Airport, Metro Rail Station, downtown Washington D.C., and the Pentagon all just minutes away, the heart of the nation is at your fingertips. Through arranging discounted overnight accommodations, transportation, receptions and other services, the trained team of professionals can help remove some of the stress surrounding the planning of a memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. Please contact us for details.

The enclosed, heated rooftop swimming pool is a great place to relax with loved ones. After a full day of traveling,sightseeing, or working, recharge at the fitness center, open all day and night.

Make time for good food and great conversation at the Potomac Restaurant and savor prime steak, fresh seafood,and exotic desserts with the people who matter. End your evening by gathering at the Potomac Lounge.

When it’s time to call it a night, retreat to one of the recently renovated 409 guest rooms and suites. Sleep is a pleasure between the crisp sheets of the signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper™ Bed. Stay connected with two dual-line telephones and wireless High Speed Internet Access in each room.

The special room rate of $289.00 has been established to make your reservation process easy.  Simply call (703) 521-1900 and give the group name IQPC – VA Healthcare no later than April 22nd, 2016.  In addition the special rate has been extended to three days before and after the conference.

You can also make your reservation through the web link below:
https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1603169713&key=2CFC6500

Please note: We will never recommend, approve or appoint any third party rooming service to act on our behalf. Please be extremely wary if you are approached by any such companies. We will always endeavour to negotiate the best available rates for you so please use the Hotel´s website link provided.
Event details
Organizer : IDGA
Event type : Conference
Reference : ASDE-12208