Past event: VA Healthcare 2017 Conference

Developing Solutions for the Next Generation of Veteran Care

The care of our Nations Veterans is one of our most important responsibilities and day after day, hundreds of thousands of men and women carry out this honorable task. In the last decade, these same individuals have become overwhelmed with the sheer amount of Veterans who require their services. The VA has worked tirelessly to incorporate new technologies and practices to help alleviate this strain while simultaneously providing excellent health services.

VA Healthcare 2017 is specifically designed to bring together leaders within the VA together from across the nation to discuss best practices, new technologies and facilities, as well as to discuss challenges and opportunities for the future.

Meet industry leaders offering cutting edge innovation, and network with other professionals to explore refining best practices in a collaborative environment. VA Healthcare 2017 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.


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...

2017 Speakers Include:

  • Scott Blackburn, Interim Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Allison Hickey, Former Under Secretary for Benefits, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Tiffany Love, Deputy Associate Director of Patient Care Services
  • Dr. Baligh Yehia, Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Community Care
  • Dr. James Couch, Chief of the Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
  • Mr. Gregory Giddens, Acting Chief Acquisition Officer - Principal Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction, VA
  • Dr. Tara Galovski, Director of Women's Health Sciences Division, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. Thomas Lynch, Assistant Deputy USH for Clinical Operations and Management
  • Dr. Benjamin Kligler, National Director Integrative Health Coordinating Center Office of Patient-Centered Care & Cultural Transformation, Veterans Health Administration
  • Mr. Thomas Murphy, Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Benefits - Performing the Duties of Under Secretary for Benefits
  • Dr. Adrian D'Amico, Chief, Emergency Medicine, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
  • Mr. Curtis Coy, Deputy Under Secretary for Economic Opportunity
  • Ms. Elizabeth Pletcher, Recovery Support Specialist, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center
  • Joseph Ronzio, Deputy Chief Health Technology Officer, U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
  • Dr. William Patterson, Network Director, VISN 15
  • Ms. Mary Ellen Elias, Simulation Coordinator Co-Director of Interprofessional Advanced Fellowship in Clinical Simulation, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
  • Mr. Rick Lemmon, Acting Chief Procurement and Logistics Officer, Veterans Health Administration
  • F. Patrick Robinson, Dean, School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Capella University
  • Andrea Ippolito, VA Innovators Network Lead - VA Center for Innovation, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Ms. Belleruth Naparstek, Faculty, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine and Board Chair, Health Journeys Inc.
  • Dr. Mehmet Sofuoglu, Director, VISN 1 New England MIRECC
  • Ms. Kathleen Barry, Director Workforce and Leadership, Office of Nursing Services
  • Mr Al Burzynski, Advisory Board Member, National Veterans Memorial and Museum
  • Ms. Karen Ott, Director for Policy, Education and Legislation, Office of Nursing Services, 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
  • Mr. Fran Paez, Therapeutic Playaway Manager, Veteran Affairs & Military
  • Ms. Jennifer Purdy, Deputy District Veterans Experience Officer - Continental Region, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Ms. Joy White, District Veterans Experience Officer - Pacific (SES), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Mr. Jim Wartski, Director, Veterans Experience Office, North Atlantic District
  • Mr. Curtis Carie, Director, Midwest District Veteran Experience Office, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Mr. Michael ("Mike") Galloucis, Sr, Director, Southeast Distrcit Veterans Expereience Office, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Chakakhon Lea, Field Consultant, Office of Veterans Experience, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Workshop Day - Monday May 15th 2017
  • Workshop A: Alternative and Complementary Medicine and its Potential Impact on Veterans
  • Workshop B: Process Improvement Roundtable Sessions
  • Workshop C: Diagnosing and Treating Substance Abuse Concerns within the Veteran Population
  • Workshop D: Incorporating New Processes to Reduce the Patient Wait Time and Backlog & Ensure Higher Quality Service
  • Workshop E: Enhancing Patient Safety Through Effective Policies and Procedures
  • Workshop F: “Overview of the Acquisition and Construction Efforts of the VA”
  • Workshop G: Pitch Workshop: Developing and Delivering your Technology to the VA in Timely Manner.
Main Summit Day One - Tuesday May 16th 2017
  • Including: Morning & Afternoon Networking Break, Networking Luncheon
Main Summit Day Two - Wednesday May 17th 2017
  • Including: Morning & Afternoon Networking Break, Networking Luncheon
Post Conference Focus Day - Thursday May 18th 2017
  • Including: Morning & Afternoon Refreshment Break, Lunch

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

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Venue

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

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 $229.00, plus state and local taxes, has been established to make your reservation process easy. Simply call (703) 521-1900 and give the group name IQPC – VA Healthcare 2017 no later than April 21st, 2017. In addition the special rate has been extended to three days before and after the conference.

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-15771