Program
Wednesday, Jan. 21
| 7:00 a.m. |
Registration Opens
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| 7:00 - 8:30 |
Continental Breakfast
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| 8:30 - 10:00 |
Concurrent Sessions
Delivering Quality Health Care
Trust Counts Now
John King, former American Hospital Association chairman, hospital CEO and author of Trusts Counts Now
Now, more than ever, it is important for hospitals to build and maintain their community’s trust and confidence. Growing patient and purchaser demands for increased quality and value, plus easily accessible online grading systems, make continuous quality care a top concern. Discover strategies for success and learn how other hospitals have focused on patient safety to achieve excellent results.
Perspectives on Adverse Events
Steve Berkowitz, M.D., medical director for St. David’s HealthCare, Austin; Ron Luke, Ph.D., chairman of Texas Association of Business, Austin; and Darren Rodgers, president of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Richardson
Be part of the dialogue on adverse events and a broad range of related issues. This interactive session is designed to provide insight and a framework to tackle issues such as the medical impact of these mistakes and reimbursement for rescue care. Moderated by Elaine Anderson, senior vice president and corporate compliance officer, Texas Health Resources, Arlington.
Maximizing Your Leadership Effectiveness through Communication
Lauri Freking, Principal, WPNT & Associates, West Des Moines, Iowa
Faced with increasing expectations from all constituents, today’s health care executives must be stellar communicators. Learn how to gain control of the communication process and how to develop - and deliver - effective messages.
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| 10:00 - 10:20 |
Refreshment Break
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| 10:20 - 11:45 |
Concurrent Sessions
Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in Texas
Mental Health Public Policy and Best Practices
Rebecca Chickey, director of member relations, section for psychiatric and substance abuse services, American Hospital Association, Chicago, Ill.
Gain a national perspective on mental health public policy and discover best practices to address the needs for both increased funding and for more behavioral health beds in our state.
Perspectives on Mental Health Care in Texas
Ron Anderson, M.D., FACP, president/ CEO of Parkland Health and Hospital System, Dallas; Texas Rep. David Farabee (D-Wichita Falls). Invited: Texas Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-Laredo)
While the demand for mental health and substance abuse services is increasing, community resources are often limited or non-existent, which means many Texans cannot access appropriate services. This session will address lack of access, potential solutions and possible legislation and funding for mental health during the upcoming session. Moderated by Rebecca Chickey, American Hospital Association, Chicago, Ill.
Navigating the Texas Legislative and Regulatory Process
Matt Wall, J.D., associate general counsel, Texas Hospital Association, Austin
This crash course gives advocacy veterans and newcomers alike insight into affecting change and encouraging positive health care legislation at the state capitol.
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| Noon - 1:30 |
THA Town Hall
Luncheon State of the Association Address
Dan Stultz, M.D., FACP, FACHE, president/ CEO of Texas Hospital Association, Austin; THA Chairman Barclay E. Berdan, FACHE, Texas Health Resources, Arlington; Richard J. Umbdenstock, president and chief executive officer, American Hospital Association, Washington, D.C.
In a non-session year for the Texas legislature, there was still plenty of work to do in the advocacy arena on both the national and state levels. Hear from leaders about THA’s visible and vocal efforts to lay the groundwork for the next legislative session. Plus, find out what’s on the horizon at this popular seated luncheon sponsored by HOSPAC.
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| 1:45 - 4:45 |
Concurrent sessions
The Texas Health Care Workforce Crisis
Staffing Issues in Hospitals: Is There a Business Case for Quality?
Peter I. Buerhaus, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Health Workforce Studies, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, Nashville, Tenn. and author of Future of the Nursing Workforce in the United States: Data, Implications, and Future Trends
A nationally recognized expert on nursing workforce issues, as well as a prolific author and researcher, Buerhaus shares insights into today’s staffing challenges. He offers a keen understanding of employment issues, including the business case for quality care, earnings and workforce demographics, plus the policy options needed to strengthen the current and future RN workforce.
Understanding the World of Unions
Natasha Bush, Oliver J. Bell & Associates, Inc., Austin
In the rapidly changing world of health care, unions are making their presence felt in this state. This session will provide unique insight to help hospital executives proactively learn to identify issues, determine solutions and move toward successful outcomes – no small task given the complexity and dynamics of this movement.
Building the Texas Health Care Workforce
Texas Rep. Lois Kolkhorst (R-Brenham); Tony Gilman, executive officer of the Texas Health Care Policy Council, Texas Governor’s Office, Austin; Texas Rep. Donna Howard (D-Austin); and Ken Shine, M.D., chancellor, The University of Texas System, Austin.
The average hospital vacancy rate for registered nurses is about 11 percent, while specialty areas face even higher vacancy rates. Demand is soaring, but an aging population and competing priorities for funding and higher education continue to affect the nursing shortage. Learn about proposed solutions in this informative session. Moderated by Jennifer Banda, senior director of advocacy and public policy, Texas Hospital Association, Austin.
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| 2:45 - 3:15 |
Refreshment Break
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| 5:00 - 7:00 |
THA Chairman’s Reception
Mix and mingle with exhibitors and fellow attendees while you enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages at this special reception honoring THA Chairman Barclay Berdan. |
Thursday, Jan. 22
| 7:00 - 8:30 |
The Horace Cardwell ACHE Affiliates Breakfast
U.S. Army Major General David Rubenstein, FACHE, and ACHE chairman
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| 8:00 -8:45 |
Continental Breakfast
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| 9:00 -11:00 |
The Uninsured: Understanding the Challenge, Identifying the Solutions
The state’s growing uninsured population impacts everything from overcrowded emergency rooms to burgeoning bad debt and uncompensated care. Discover strategies and initiatives the new president, Congress and the Texas Legislature could use to address this problem.
The State of the Budget: Texas Revenue Estimates and the Impact on Health Care
Dick Lavine, senior fiscal analyst, Center for Public Policy Priorities, Austin
With health care spending accounting for about a third of the state’s budget, issues such as accessible coverage have a significant impact. How will Texas, with the highest rate of uninsured in the country, juggle revenue for health care initiatives in these uncertain economic times? Learn more about this issue and possible solutions.
The Uninsured and Insurance Reform in Texas: What’s Needed?
Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst, Austin
An investment in health is essential to a strong economy. With a keen understanding of this link, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst will share what policy options are being considered to make health insurance more affordable and accessible. Get the latest on reform efforts and how Texas hospitals are involved.
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| 10:15 - 10:30 |
Refreshment Break
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| 11:15 - 1:15 |
THA Awards Luncheon
Invited: Texas Gov. Rick Perry, Austin
This special annual event pays tribute to Texas health care heroes. During the luncheon, the prestigious Earl M. Collier Award for Distinguished Health Care Administration, Pioneer Award and THA Excellence in Community Service Award will be presented. Additionally, the Texas Organization of Nurse Executives and the Texas Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration and Education will honor recipients of their Excellence in Leadership Awards, and long-time members of THA and the American Hospital Association will be recognized. THA Chairman Barclay Berdan will emcee.
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| 1:45 - 5:00 |
THA Open House and Legislative Visits
THA Open House
Get a first-hand look at THA’s new headquarters, take a tour of the building and enjoy desserts and refreshments. Then, step across the street to visit with state elected officials. Buses will be provided from the Hilton immediately following the Awards Luncheon, or you may drive and take advantage of free parking at THA.
Tips for Making Your Legislative Visits Successful
This special briefing on capitol visit protocol will give you great tips to make the most of your legislative visits. Talking points on current legislative issues affecting health care also will be distributed.
Legislative Visits at the State Capitol
Take advantage of this opportunity to visit one-on-one with your state representatives at the capitol. Because we want your visit to be successful, THA advocacy staff are happy to assist you in establishing legislative appointments, or you may prefer to make your own arrangements directly with the capitol staff. Visits will be arranged for the afternoon of Thursday, Jan. 22, between 2:15 and 5:00 p.m., with your elected official. To schedule your visit through THA’s advocacy staff, please contact Wendy Fudge at wfudge@tha.org or 512/465-1044. If you opt to make your own appointments, please let the advocacy team know your appointment time so that other appointments can be coordinated efficiently. For details on your elected officials, please visit http://www.legislature.state.tx.us.
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THT Health Care Policy Workshop
To help prepare hospital board members to lead, govern and take action, Texas Healthcare Trustees is sponsoring a Health Care Policy Workshop Jan. 21-22 in conjunction with THA’s Leadership Conference at the Hilton Austin Hotel. The workshop focuses on equipping trustees to speak out and take action on the important issues facing Texas hospitals. Workshop sessions address:
- Updates on key issues facing hospitals such as workforce, quality, adverse events, mental health and the uninsured;
- Training for trustees to become involved in the legislative process; and;
- Tools and resources to help trustees become more effective advocates for their hospital.
In addition, the American Hospital Association and Schrayer and Associates will lead special training for trustees participating in the AHA pilot that seeks to engage more trustees in grassroots advocacy. Participants in the 2009 pilot program also will be involved in statewide advocacy efforts though THA. Sessions in this highly interactive training include “The Case for Activism,” “Building and Maintaining a Relationship with Policy Makers,” “Messaging/Communicating,” and “How Trustees Can Make a Difference.”
Trustees also will attend the THA Leadership Conference Awards Luncheon and opening-day luncheon in the exhibit hall. This gives trustees and their CEOs an opportunity to network and spend time with their peers. Trustees are encouraged to participate in the legislative visits and special reception at THA headquarters on January 22.
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