ACHE Western Florida Chapter

WFC ACHE Family and Friends Event - Tampa Bay Lightning
2019-03-16 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you, your family and friends to join us for this special member appreciation networking event at the Lightning vs. Capitals game! We have secured a deeply discounted rate, so bring your family or come by yourself to cheer on Tampa’s NHL team! The Stanley Cup Champions Washington Capitals visit the Tampa Bay Lightning and you are invited to be in the center of it all! We will have networking time right before the game!
Washington Capitals vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
GO BOLTS!
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Networking starts at 5:30 PM – Game starts at 7PM!
Venue: Amalie Arena – Budweiser Biergarten
Address: 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
For more details and to register, CLICK HERE.

State of the Chapter Awards and Networking Event
2018-12-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Tampa Yacht & Country Club, 5320 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33611, United States
State of the Chapter Awards and Networking Event
Please join us as we celebrate another fantastic year, just in time for the holidays. Our venue for this year’s event, the Tampa Yacht & Country Club.
We are honored to have Dr. Ravi S. Chari as our keynote speaker. Additionally, we will welcome our new Board members and recognize many of our members that have contributed to the Chapter through volunteerism, those receiving ACHE Recognition Program Awards as well as members that have recently advanced to Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Early Careerist Networking & Emotional Intelligence Panel
2018-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Brio Tuscan Grille, 2223 North Westshore Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Are you looking to build your professional network? Do you want an opportunity to ask professionals in their field candid questions about how to deal with career challenges?
The Western Florida Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (WFC ACHE) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) are pleased to provide an Early Careerist networking and emotional intelligence panel event on Monday, October 22nd from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm!
This is a great opportunity to meet other young professionals in the healthcare administration, healthcare finance, and associated fields and hear from professionals in healthcare!
Agenda
5:30 – 6:00 p.m.: Networking – (Heavy hor d’oeurves & non-alcoholic beverages included)
6:00 – 6:45 p.m.: Panel Discussion
6:45 p.m- 7:15 p.m.: Questions
7:15 p.m.-7:30 p.m.: Networking
Event Description:
The October Early Careerist mini-panel event will focus on emotional intelligence as it relates to working in a multi-generational healthcare environment. Current Master degree-seeking students and early careerists will benefit from an explanation of the four domains of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, and relationship management. The panel will discuss the relationship between the four EI domains and interpersonal-skill building that is critical for both effective management and leadership.
Emotional Intelligence Panel:
Dr. Irma Campos is a licensed psychologist and leadership consultant. She is the president of Interface Consulting and Psychological Services, LLC. Dr. Irma Campos specializes in helping individuals enhance their careers and leadership skills. Dr. Irma Campos graduated from the University of Florida with a PhD. in Counseling Psychology.
Greg Levy is the Director of Operations for TeamHealth’s urgent care and occupational medicine centers throughout FL. Prior to joining TeamHealth in December of 2015, Greg lead multiple teams to meet quality and operational initiatives and programs for BayCare Medical Group as the Manager of Clinical Quality and Operations. Greg earned his Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of South Florida and his Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Kansas.
You do not need to be a member to attend! Feel free to bring a friend or colleague!
For more information or to register, CLICK HERE.

Leading a Successful Multigenerational Organization
2018-10-16 17:30 - 20:00 | Blake Medical Center, 2010 59th St W, Bradenton, FL, 34209, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you to an Educational Program
Leading a Successful Multigenerational Organization
In today’s complex healthcare environment, a multigenerational workforce presents unfamiliar terrain for healthcare leaders. As a result, conflicts may develop in healthcare organizations due to the generational differences in core values and work-related issues. Other factors include economic and political differences, size of each generation’s populations, the transition of younger generations to leadership roles and social influences of the generational periods. This combination of factors results in further conflict among healthcare employees. Healthcare executives must take proactive steps to create cohesion across generational segments.

Agenda
Registration and Networking Open: 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: Served at 5:45 p.m.
Panel Discussion: 6:30 p.m.
ACHE has awarded 1.5 Face-to-Face Education credits for this event for the panel sessions.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Innovation in Healthcare Summit: Using Advanced Technologies for Personalized Care
2018-09-27 08:30 - 16:00 | USF Marshall Center, 4103 Cedar Circle, Tampa, FL, 33620, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you to our Innovation Summit.
Innovation in Healthcare Summit: Using Advanced Technologies for Personalized Care
Precision medicine and Telehealth hold great promise for improving the delivery of healthcare. Telemedicine has become increasingly popular throughout the years. Its innovative benefits are of vital interest amid the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Telemedicine uses a variety of forms of electronic communication technology to provide a convenient method to deliver healthcare services and education.
Advances in precision medicine have already led to powerful new discoveries and several new treatments that are tailored to specific characteristics, such as a person’s genetic makeup, or the genetic profile of an individual’s tumor. As the number of effective targeted therapies grows, more patients are being assessed for genetic variations; indeed, some experts believe that sequencing a patient’s genome will soon be standard procedure. But there are many challenges being faced including enormous costs of treatment, regulatory, infrastructure, logistical, and ethical issues.

ACHE has awarded 3.0 Face-to-Face Education credits for this event for the panel sessions.
For the Lunch Keynote:
As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Western Florida Chapter is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE Qualified Education credit toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Participants in this program who wish to have it considered for ACHE Qualified Education credit should list their attendance when they apply to the American College of Healthcare Executives for advancement or recertification.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

BOG Exam Review Session
2018-08-30 13:00 - 2018-08-31 12:00 | Nicholson Center, 400 Celebration Place, Celebration, FL, 34747, United States
Board of Governors Exam Review Session
Western Florida Chapter ACHE Members considering Fellowship!
To help you take the next step in your career and earn the prestigious FACHE distinction, all four Florida ACHE chapters have partnered to offer a one-day, low-cost Board Exam Review in Orlando during the Florida Hospital Association Annual Meeting. Participants will receive a comprehensive study binder.
Instructor: Paula M. Zalucki, FACHE
Paula Zalucki is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a seasoned BOG Review Course Instructor. She has earned the distinction of Exemplary Service for ACHE, the highest level of volunteer service in recognition of her participation in both governance and educational programs for the College.
The review is divided into two sessions, one on the afternoon (12PM) of Thursday, August 30 and the second half of the review occurs the morning (8AM) of Friday, August 31.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Leadership Series: Dealing with Difficult People
2018-07-26 17:30 - 20:00 | Gulf Coast Medical Center, 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers, FL, 33912, United States
Leadership Series: Dealing with Difficult People
Dealing with difficult people can be, well, difficult. Dealing with difficult people can damage an organization’s culture, erode trust, destroy engagement, along with numerous other consequences. In short, the inability to deal with difficult people can, at a minimum, make life miserable, and in reality, destroy an organization.
Effective leaders are familiar with and employ a variety of strategies, tools and skill to deal with difficult people. Regardless of a leader’s ability to deal with difficult people, there is always room for improvement.
This interactive workshop is designed to assist healthcare leaders hone their skills dealing with difficult people. Participants will leave this workshop with ideas, strategies and tools they can immediately implement for greater leadership effectiveness.
Agenda
Networking: 5:30 p.m.
Workshop: 6:30 p.m.
Adjourn: 8:00 p.m.
1.5 Qualified Education Credit Hours
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Successfully Leading Change in Healthcare Organizations
2018-07-19 17:30 - 20:15 | Leesburg Regional Medical Center, 410 South Childs Street, Leesburg, FL, 34748, United States
The ACHE of Central Florida – Lake County Programs Council invites you to an educational event.
Successfully Leading Change in Healthcare Organizations
The healthcare environment is constantly changing and organizations must adapt in order to survive and thrive. They must respond to legislative changes, market fluctuations, safety concerns, and patient or staff demands. The success of major change implementation hinges on how it is communicated and how it impacts individuals and processes in the organization. Stakeholders frequently resist change for many reasons. For change to truly be effective, a leader must know how to effectively communicate the benefits, minimize the barriers and describe the processes.

Agenda
Registration and Networking Open: 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: Served at 5:45 p.m.
Program begins: 6:15 p.m.
1.5 Face-to-Face Credit Hours
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Leadership Series: Dealing with Difficult People
2018-07-19 17:30 - 20:00, 2018-07-12 17:30 - 20:00

Advancement to Fellow Informational Session
2018-05-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2018-05-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2017-07-27 16:30 - 17:30, 2017-07-24 16:30 - 17:30
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you to a FREE webinar on advancement information. Learn about the FACHE criteria and requirements, hear tips from recent Fellows and receive updates on upcoming programs and resources to help you achieve the Fellow designation!
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

MACRA and MIPS
2018-05-10 16:30 - 20:00
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you to an educational event.
Strategic and Operational Implications of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act
MACRA significantly changes how physicians are reimbursed by Medicare and establishes new incentives that will drive payment and delivery reform efforts across the industry. The law will encourage clinicians to develop new care models and collaborations with plans and hospitals. The law is intended to continue the transition to value-based care, which represents a significantly different set of incentives for healthcare delivery and a different set of capabilities for healthcare providers. This long transition is fraught with new and untested strategies, investments in information technology, and new roles within the healthcare delivery team. The challenge for all healthcare providers is how to balance investment into this new system, while at the same time venturing into new models of reimbursement.

Agenda
Registration and Networking Open: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Optional Tours of Moffitt Facilities: 5:00 p.m – 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: Served at 5:45 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: 6:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Panel Discussion: 6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Q&A: 7:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Adjourn: 8:00 p.m.
1.5 Face-to-Face Credit Hours
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Social Media and Mobile Health
2018-04-23 17:30 - 20:00
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you to an educational event.
Social Media & Mobile Technology: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
The panel discussion will focus on the legitimate need of social media and mobile technologies along with their innovative use. Panelists will discuss how this technology can improve patient outcomes and experience. They will share how their social media strategies have evolved to reduce risk and minimize loss.
Panelists will provide examples on how their facility utilizes social media, why they use social media, and lessons they have learned when they started incorporation social media. Their lessons learned will help attendees identify the perils and opportunities upon implementing a social media strategy.
Agenda
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.: Registration, Networking & Dinner
6:30 – 7:00 p.m.: Video
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.: Panel Discussion
8:00 p.m.: Adjourn
1.5 Face-to-Face Credit Hours
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Annual Leadership Summit - Value-Based Care
2018-03-23 09:00 - 15:00 | University of Tampa, 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33606, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE in collaboration with the Florida Organization of Nurse Executives invites you to a Leadership Summit.
The Impact of Value Based Care: Closing the Gaps
The 2018 Topic of our Annual Leadership Summit, “The Impact of Value-Based Care“, will welcome expert Keynote speakers discussing the quality initiatives that are transforming the way healthcare is delivered and reimbursed. Panelists will include local healthcare professionals detailing how to create organizational strategy to achieve high reliability and improve patient safety.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

WFCACHE & HFMA Early Careerist Networking Event & Keynote Address
2018-03-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Cooper’s Hawk Winery, 4110 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (WFC ACHE) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) are pleased to provide an Early Careerist networking event with a special Keynote Address!
Are you looking to build your professional network? Do you want an opportunity to ask a C-Suite Executive candid questions about how to advance in your career or deal with career challenges? Attend ACHE/HFMA’s Early Careerist event on Monday, March 5th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm! This is a great opportunity to meet other young professionals in the healthcare administration, healthcare finance, and associated fields and hear from a C-suite executive in healthcare.
Keynote Speaker:
Jeff Younger, CEO of Preferred Radiology Alliance Group, will be giving they keynote address. The discussion will focus on his position and career path, what it takes to run a healthcare organization, and advice to early careerists on how to advance your career.
You do not need to be a member to attend, bring a friend or colleague!

Medical Tourism
2018-02-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Keiser University, 9100 Forum Corporate Parkway, Fort Myers, FL, 33905, United States
Medical tourism (also called medical travel, health tourism or global healthcare) refers to the rapidly-growing practice of traveling across international borders or state borders to seek health care. Over 50 countries have identified medical tourism as a national industry. Services offered can include joint replacement, cardiac surgery, dental surgery, cosmetic surgery, bariatric surgery, psychiatry, and Global Integrative Spa Medical Services..
Our panelists will discuss current issues and trends in medical tourism as well as its impact in the local economy.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

WFC Leadership Summit: Physician Leadership
2017-11-17 09:30 - 16:00 | James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, 13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives & The American Association for Physician Leadership present the WFC Leadership Summit.
Key Integration Strategies: Promoting Physician Leadership
This year’s summit will present several methods to engage and cultivate physician leaders in consequential ways, with valuable takeaways to implement within your organization. There are several great panels throughout the day. We have added a tour of the new 170,000 square foot VA Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center! Scroll down for more information on the panels and panelists.
Keynote Speaker:
Larry Feinman, DO, FACOS, Chief Medical Officer, HCA West Florida Division
Panelists:
Peter Chang, MD, Chief Medical Informatics Officer, Tampa General Hospital
Edward Cutolo, Jr., MD, Chief of Staff, James A. Haley Veterans Hospital
Michael D. Magidson, JD, Partner, Johnson Pope, LLP
Jack Rodman, MD, MPH, VP & CMO, First Physicians Group, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Seena Salyani, MHA, MBA, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Gastro Florida
CLICK HERE for more information and to register.

Integrating Post-Acute Care Settings
2017-10-26 17:30 - 20:00 | Gulf Coast Medical Center, 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers, FL, 33912, United States
Management of patients through integrated post acute care models cannot be done by simple referral and as our populations change, so must the delivery of healthcare services along the care continuum.
These changes are unique and are a driving focus for acute care hospitals to work collaboratively with members of the post acute care continuum, including Long Term Care, Inpatient Rehab, Home Health Agencies and Continuuing Care Retirement centers. These organizations continue to play an even greater role in supporting acute care hospitals in the management of patient populations through the continuum of care.
Our panelists will discuss current issues and offer valuable takeaways on how to improve the delivery of healthcare services along the care continuum.
Moderator:
Dr. Scott Nygaard – Chief Medical & Clinical Integration Officer, Lee Health
Panelists:
Laura Sypniewksi – Regional Director of Health & Wellness, Discovery Senior Living
Dotty St. Armand – Executive Director, Arden Courts of Fort Myers
Kris Fay – Chief Administrative Officer, Lee Physician Group
CLICK HERE for more information and to register.

BOG Exam Review Session
2017-10-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32836, United States
Have you been thinking about becoming a Fellow?
To help members take the next step in your career and prepare for the ACHE Board of Governors (BOG) Exam, all four ACHE Florida Local Chapters have partnered to offer a one day, low cost, BOG Exam Review Session during the FHA 90th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida.
The cost of the course includes a continental breakfast, lunch and take home materials to help you successfully pass the exam.
The Instructor is Paula Zalucki. Ms. Zalucki has earned the distinction of Exemplary Service for ACHE, the highest level of volunteer service in recognition of her participation in both governance and educational programs for the College.
To register for the course please click on the link below, or visit the FHA Website.
Registration Link for ACHE BOG Review Course

Early Careerist Networking Event
2017-10-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Brio Tuscan Grille, 2223 North Westshore Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Program Description
The Western Florida Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (WFC ACHE) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) are pleased to provide an Early Careerist networking event!
Are you looking to build your professional network? Do you want an opportunity to chat with young professionals in other organizations about how to advance in your career or deal with career challenges? Attend ACHE/HFMA’s Early Careerist event on Tuesday, October 10 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm! It is a great opportunity to meet other young professionals in the healthcare administration, healthcare finance, and associated fields.
Event Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Event starts at 5:30 pm
Venue: Brio Tuscan Grille at the International Plaza
Address: 2223 North Westshore Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33607
For more information and to register CLICK HERE.

WFC ACHE Family & Friends Event - The Florida Aquarium
2017-08-19 11:30 - 17:00 | The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
The Western Florida Chapter of ACHE invites you, your family and friends to join us for an exclusive, FREE afternoon of networking and pure Florida fun!
WFC is offering this special member appreciation networking event at The Florida Aquarium for free to all attendees! This is an exclusive opportunity to bring your family or come by yourself to get an up close look at one of the Top Ten Aquariums in the country according to TripAdvisor.com.
As an ACHE attendee, you and your family receive an incredible lunch in the aquarium along with a guided tour of the exhibits. Or, go at your own pace.
Event runs from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM – Lunch will be served at Noon!
Venue: The Florida Aquarium
Address: 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
For more details and to register, CLICK HERE.

Leadership Series: Emotional Intelligence and Change - Bradenton
2017-08-02 17:30 - 19:30
Emotional intelligence (Ei) has been found to be twice as important as clinical or technical skills in determining the success of an employee. It is often called the “x factor” that identifies top performers. It is also misunderstood. In this workshop, you will learn what Ei is, why it is important and how to engage it for better influence. In the culture of change, prevalent in healthcare, it is the leader who must manage expectations and performance during the uncertainty. Ei offers a set of skills that not only buffer against the stress but also provides the roadmap to achieving unprecedented quality.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE.

Leadership Series: Emotional Intelligence and Change - Naples
2017-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Physicians Regional Medical Center, 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL, United States

Leadership Series: Emotional Intelligence and Change - Tampa
2017-07-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Tampa General Hospital, 6 Tampa General Circle, Tampa, FL, United States

Process Improvement IS for Everybody
2017-06-08 17:00 - 20:00 | St. Joseph’s Hospital – South, 6901 Simmons Loop, Riverview, FL, 33578, United States
The concepts behind process improvement have been developed and refined over the past 100 years and have been proven effective at producing superior results across many industries and settings. Despite its effectiveness, process improvement thinking has proven underutilized, especially in situations where process improvement experts are not involved. This session will simplify the concepts behind process improvement and make them more usable for healthcare leaders at all levels. The session will explain what process improvement is, offer insights for leaders to use the concepts in their daily work, and expose the participants to examples of processes many may not have considered to be candidates for process improvement.
For more information and to register CLICK HERE.

Population Health Management Arrangements
2017-05-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Naples Community Hospital, 11190 Health Park Blvd., Naples, FL, 34110, United States
In the past five years of accountable care organizations, payment model experiments, and different methods to shift from sick care to preventative care, a variety of population health management arrangements have been implemented. In this session, we’ll review a variety of population health strategies that have stood the test of time, looking at the reasons for these programs’ longevity and financial sustainability by drawing from case studies, national program analysis, and presenter experience.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

ACHE / HIMSS Joint Event: Healthcare Innovation and Information Security
2017-04-28 09:00 - 16:00 | South University, 4401 N. Himes Ave. #175, Tampa, FL, 33614, United States
Leading Information Safety: Information technology is increasingly a part of every aspect of the healthcare industry. While more organizations are implementing new technology, patients remain concerned about the privacy and security of their information. Healthcare executives are asked to lead the way in security initiatives without knowing where technology will lead us in the coming years while obtaining the buy-in and trust of staff, patients and the community.
Technology Innovation: There is a necessity to take stock of where the medical community stands on change and innovation, specifically regarding the use of technology. The demand for higher quality healthcare at a lower cost creates an imminent need for change and innovation in healthcare delivery.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.
