The Fusion of Innovation and Practicality
HIMSS Virginia Chapter
2023 Annual Conference
October 17 – 18 – Annual Conference
Join us at our annual conference, October 16 – 18, as we embark on a journey exploring “The Fusion of Innovation and Practicality.” This year, we delve deep by shining a spotlight on the quest for equilibrium between innovation and real-world practicality. Discover the power of blending imaginative ideas with actionable strategies as we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, business, and beyond. Engage with visionary leaders, industry experts, and forward-thinking professionals who will inspire and equip you with the tools to achieve remarkable success. With riveting keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities, this conference is a catalyst for both personal and professional growth.
Don’t miss out on this transformative event where innovation meets practicality, as we unlock boundless potential and shape the future together.
Day 1 – Monday, October 16
11:30am – 12:30pm
Golf Registration
12:30pm
Golf Tournament Shotgun Start
4:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration & Exhibitor Setup
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Evening Reception & Golf Awards
Day 2 – Tuesday, October 17
7:00am - 8:00am
Exhibitor Setup
7:00am - 5:00pm
Registration
8:00am - 9:00am
Continental Breakfast
9:00am - 9:15am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
President’s Welcome
Rob Perry, President, VA HIMSS
9:15am - 10:00am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Opening Keynote – Revolutionizing Healthcare through Smart Innovation
Tim Gray, Health Innovation Officer at Microsoft
The healthcare landscape continues to change significantly since the Covid pandemic. Healthcare needs to adopt a “thinking outside the box” mentality in order to keep pace with this ever changing ecosystem. Innovation and AI must be adopted in order to meet the demands of healthcare in the United States.
10:00am - 10:30am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Break & Exhibits
10:00am - 10:30am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Crisis Communication Workshop
Chris Turnbull, Carilion
Hannah Curtis, Carilion
Emma Swann, Bon Secours Mercy Health
Danya Bushey, Sentara Health
Grant Heston, VCU Health
Communicating during a crisis is always challenging; communicating during a cyber event has its own unique difficulties. Learn the fundamental framework communicators use to respond to a crisis. Practice communications fundamentals by participating in a table-top exercise that simulates a disruption at your tertiary care center. Lastly, get actionable tips from crisis communications experts at four Virginia health systems.
11:45am - 12:00pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Tech Talk – The Five Pillars: Applying the National Cyber Strategy to Modern Healthcare
Jacob Bice, Fortified Health Security
In an era where the fusion of technology and humanity is paramount, the National Cybersecurity Strategy and Implementation Plan is a beacon guiding the way toward a secure digital frontier. In this talk, led by Jacob Bice, we’ll delve into the foundational pillars of the strategy, shedding light on its vision and objectives as relates to the healthcare sector and providing insights into the future guidance designed to bolster the cybersecurity posture of healthcare.
Join us for this comprehensive exploration of the intersection of national cybersecurity initiatives and healthcare’s unique demands.
Objectives:
- Discuss foundational pillars of the National Cybersecurity Strategy and Implementation Plan as it relates to healthcare
- Identify and address healthcare’s unique challenges in adopting cybersecurity strategies
- Cover future guidance to enhance healthcare cybersecurity
12:00pm - 1:00pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Lunch & Exhibits
1:00pm - 1:45pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Digital Consumer Experience SIG – Patient Experience at the Bedside and Beyond: The Hidden Parts of the Patient Experience that Damage Patient Satisfaction
Jonathan Sachs – WUWTA
In this session, you will learn how to differentiate your organization in the eyes of your patients. Consumer experience is a core, but often overlooked, part of the quality aspect of a patient’s care. Get ready to learn how to use the principles of consumer experience to improve the patient experience through engagement across the entirety of their care journey.
1:45pm - 2:45pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
CISO Panel
Moderator: Rob Perry, President, VA HIMSS
Panelist:
Jason Alexander, VP and CISO, VCU Health
Phil Napier, UVA
Zishan Siddiqui, Sentara
2:45pm - 3:00pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Break & Exhibits
3:00pm - 4:45pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
AI Governance in Healthcare
Trip Humphrey, Carilion
4:45pm - 5:00pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Tech Talk – People-Centric Approach to Cybersecurity in Healthcare
Dr. Deborah Watson, Proofpoint
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, where the nature of work and cyber threats continually shift, one constant remains—the importance of safeguarding both patients and healthcare organizations from advanced threats and compliance risks. It is imperative that healthcare professionals can securely access on-premise systems and cloud applications, regardless of their location. Thus, a pivotal transformation in modern cybersecurity strategy places people at its core. To effectively implement such a strategy, healthcare institutions must possess the necessary visibility, controls, and integrations.
In this Tech Talk, we’ll discuss:
- How to identify existing advanced threat intelligence using examples from email protection, data loss prevention, and inside threat analytics
- Practical strategies for integrating a people-centric approach into your existing risk assessment processes
5:00pm - 5:15pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Daily Wrap Up
6:00pm - 7:30pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
New Attendee Reception (All attendees welcome)
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Moody's
Evening Social at Moody’s (All attendees welcome)
Day 3 – Wednesday, October 18
8:00am - 11:30am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Registration
8:00am - 8:50am
Elements Southall Room
Organizational Affiliate Breakfast
Invitation Only (Elements Southall Room)
8:00am - 8:50am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Continental Breakfast
9:00am - 9:45am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Keynote
Amber Price, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
9:45am - 10:00am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Evaluating Equity in Support of the 5th Rail of the Healthcare Quintuple Aim
Penny Cooper
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement recently proposed the expansion beyond the “quadruple aim” (addressing clinician burnout) to a “quintuple aim” of addressing inequity in healthcare. Healthcare inequity is defined as the avoidable differences in health between different populations. These differences can be the result of unfair systems that negatively affect access to care, and the overall health status; many of which were amplified during the recent Covid pandemic.
This session will briefly review a project that highlights three areas (Access to Primary Care, Readmissions, and Mortality), and evaluates health system populations stratified by Ethnicity/Race, Area Deprivation Index, and Disability Status.
10:00am - 10:15am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Tech Talk
10:15am - 10:30am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Tech Talk
10:30am - 11:00am
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Break & Exhibits
11:00am - 12:00pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
CIO Panel Discussion
Moderator: Keith Perry, Senior VP & CIO at Carilion
Panelists:
Barbara Ballard, Valley Health
Robin Parkin, UVA Health
Geoff Lawson, Mary Washington
12:00pm - 12:30pm
James River Ballroom (C&D)
Closing Awards and Conference Wrap-Up
Resort Location
Kingsmill Resort
Address
1010 Kingsmill Road,
Williamsburg, Virginia, 23185
Contact
800.832.5665

Registration Information
Golf Only Non-Member | $250 |
Golf Only VA HIMSS/HIMSS member | $220 |
Full Conference + Golf Non-Member | $700 |
Full Conference + Golf VA HIMSS/HIMSS member | $600 |
Full Conference + Golf Student | $340 |
Conference Only Non-Member | $530 |
Conference Only VA HIMSS/HIMSS member | $450 |
Conference Only Student | $260 |
Provider Table (6 attendees) Code will be provided for attendees to register individually. |
$1500 |
Registration Form