Adding, Updating and Expanding...Comprehensive Stroke Centers of Excellence

10/06/2010 - 10/08/2010
Chicago, IL

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Stroke is the No. 3 killer in the United States, and a leading cause of adult disability. Research states that approximately 700,000 Americans suffer a stroke each year and the annual stroke incidence is estimated to reach 1.1 million by 2015.
With the stroke patient population on the rise, it is very critical for you to carefully prepare for this impact and explore new opportunities for development of Stroke Centers, which includes the strategic funding, cost and resource assessment, development and management of acute stroke units, addition of diagnostic services, and medical staff. An organized and well-planned approach to stroke treatment can result in improved patient care, long-term financial benefits and an increased competitive advantage for your organization.
Highlighting the latest trends, unique case studies, hands-on experiences, and innovative strategies from America’s top hospitals featured on The U.S. News & World Report, this nationally recognized meeting will give you the most up-to date information on how to build, adapt, market, measure and optimize your Stroke programs and service lines.
Distinguished Speakers:
Jose Biller, MD, FAAN, FACP, FAHA, Department Chairperson, Neurology; Director, Movement Disorder Fellowship Program; Director, Vascular Neurology Fellowship Program; Medical Director, Cerebrovascular Program, LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, Maywood, IL
Andy Barbash, MD, Director of Stroke/Neuroscience Services HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL, Silver Spring, MD
Bert B. Vargas, MD, Clinical Professor of Neurology MAYO CLINIC, Phoenix, AZ
Wende Fedder, RN, MBA, FAHA, Clinical Director, Neuroscience Institute, ALEXIAN BROTHERS HEALTH SYSTEM, Elk Grove, IL
Martha Ackman RN, BSN, MA, Stroke Program Coordinator SCRIPPS HEALTH, La Jolla, CA
Lorna Prutzman, RN, MSN, Director, Emergency, Trauma, Stroke and Capacity Management Services UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO HOSPITAL, Aurora, CO
Debbie Lombardi Hill, FAHA, Senior Consultant, NeuStrategy, Inc., American Heart/American Stroke Association FL Stroke Systems of Care Task Force
Anita Halvorsen, FACHE, System Director, Neuroscience RESURRECTION HEALTHCARE, Chicago, IL
David Bordo, MD, Co-Program Director, RHC Primary Stroke Centers, Resurrection Health Care, Chicago, IL
Soma Sinha Roy, MD, Neurointerventional Surgeon, RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER, Chicago, IL
Sandra Hoelzel, RN, MSN, CRRN, Stroke Coordinator, RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER, Chicago, IL
Mickey Clancy, President, Stroke Survivors Empowering Each Other (SSEEO)
Andrew Meade, Director, Neurological Institute Operations THE METHODIST HOSPITAL, Houston, TX
Stephanie A. Randa, RN, CNOR, MHA, Administrative Director, Perioperative Patient Care Services VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, Nashville, TN
Gail Alexander-Loizon, MS, CTRS, Recreational Therapist ADVOCATE CHRIST MEDICAL CENTER, Oak Lawn, IL
Courtney McGrath, DPT, Physical Therapist II ADVOCATE CHRIST MEDICAL CENTER, Oak Lawn, IL
WHAT WILL BE DISCUSSED:
• How to plan and develop Comprehensive Stroke Centers from the ground up to deliver effective, high quality care
• Emerging trends and strategic opportunities in acute stroke care and treatments: Positioning for success
• Joint Commission certification and recertification
• Telemedicine: Setting up successful regional stroke systems using telemedicine
• Reimbursement issues and return on investment
• Advancing from Primary Stroke Center to a Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Integrating air-medical services in acute stroke care
• CMS update on stroke --- Stroke Registry and Pay for Performance
• Outcomes and Measurement
• Improving quality of care, staff efficiency and cooperation, while reducing LOS and indirect costs
• The role of stroke-rehab and post-hospitalization programs
• Staffing models – Recruiting
• Nuts and bolts of business/medical management of stroke programs
• Acute stroke within and beyond 3 hours
WHO WILL ATTEND
Administrative and Clinical Leaders Representing Community Hospitals, Academic Medical Centers, Acute-Trauma Centers, Health Systems, Rehabilitation Hospitals and Long-Term Care Facilities. Primary titles include:
• Directors of Stroke Service
• Directors of Neurointerventional Radiology
• Chief Administrators
• CEO’s and COO’s
• Medical Directors
• VPs/Directors of Neuroscience
• VP’s of Patient Care Services
• VP’s of Referral Development
• VP’s of Clinical Services
• Directors of Acute Care Services/ICU
Hotel Information
Dana Hotel & Spa
660 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60654
Tel: 888 301 3262
www.danahotelandspa.com
Room Rate: $189.00
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