The State of the Industry Heading into 2025: Recalibrating from topline growth to sustainable margins The healthcare industry is in a period of recalibration. Organizations are revisiting how they prioritize topline growth relative to their ability to secure sustainable margins, pivoting their business strategies accordingly – and altering the traditional power dynamics and relationships within […]
We invite you to join us for our 2025 Annual Meeting, moderated by our new President, Karley Fant. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from our Executive Leadership and National Board about the future aspirations of Women in Healthcare, our strategic initiatives, upcoming events, and new opportunities for member engagement. This event is a must-attend… […]
If you’ve ever considered volunteering for Women in Healthcare, now is your time!
Join accomplished women from various generations in a dynamic panel discussion. Gain insights into career growth, personal development, networking, and mentorship in the healthcare industry. This event offers a unique perspective on female empowerment, bridging generational gaps. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting, don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and be part […]
Join us for a member exclusive virtual Town Hall to reflect, discuss, and win raffle prizes as we bid goodbye to summer and hello to fall. We invite you to share your experiences with fellow members from across the country as we shape this organization’s future.
Experience networking like never before with Keynote Speaker Kymberli Speight. Learn a unique approach for authentic connections, discovering three practical steps for success. Elevate your professional network with valuable insights and actionable strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your networking skills! Meet Kymberli Speight Kymberli Speight credits her career success, in part, to her […]
Unlocking the Potential of AI in Healthcare Together The healthcare industry faces complex challenges, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize how we address them. This session brings together both healthcare professionals and software developers to bridge the expertise gap and develop impactful AI solutions. Join healthcare experts as they trade and combine […]
As part of our Lunch with LeadHERship series, we are thrilled to showcase an outstanding leader in the industry: Michelle Marshall, MBA, FACHE, System VP, Business Development & Strategy at Inspira Health, and Advisory Board Member for Women in Healthcare. Grab your lunch and spend an hour with us as this esteemed healthcare professional shares […]
Stakeholders across the healthcare industry face immense pressure to sustain and grow their business models while simultaneously navigating an environment of aggressive M&A, workforce constraints, and financial pressure. This chaotic and distracting environment makes it difficult to keep up with what really matters and separate the signal from the noise. In the State of the […]
We invite you to join us virtually as we unveil our exciting plans for the year ahead. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from our Executive Leadership and the National Board. This event is a must-attend, and we even have ‘Galentine’ themed raffle prizes waiting for you! Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Register today, […]
Join Women in Healthcare for a dynamic, honest, and open dialogue on the complex and often-concealed mental health journey of women. Our diverse panel of experts share insights from their work and real life experience on the unique challenges that women face at various stages of their lives. As our panelists unveil the complexity, opportunities, […]
We invite you to an exclusive Town Hall for Women in Healthcare members. During this hour-long virtual event, Karen Freeman, WIH President, will discuss what we’ve accomplished so far this year and what to expect going forward. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry peers and engage in interactive polls. Take part in […]
Join us for our annual Lunch with LeadHERship series and hear from Gayle Capozzalo, FACHE, Executive Director of The Equity Collaborative at the The Carol Emmott Foundation, and Pamela Sutton-Wallace, MPH, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Yale New Haven Health. Grab your lunch and spend the hour gaining insights from these trailblazing […]
Summary: Join us for a webinar exploring how to foster compassionate environments for teams. Presented by Melissa Steach, Ph.D. Goal This presentation will help you discover why compassion is essential for work. Overview Consider this: what if even your most mundane day-to-day work obligations could be opportunities for you to feel for and with other […]
Join us for our Annual State of the Healthcare Market in 2023, presented by the Advisory Board. This event will provide an objective analysis of the biggest trends and market forces impacting hospital and health system strategy.
We would love to start working with you as volunteers on one of our National committees. Our communications, development, education, membership, mentorship, and organizational change directors will be building out committees of volunteers under them in the areas identified at this link, https://members.womeninhealthcare.org/general/custom.asp?page=NationalBOD . If you are interested in one of these sub committees and […]
Hear from our newly installed WIH President Karen Freeman as well as other members of the National Board. We discuss all of the great programming and events we have planned for the year as well as opportunities for volunteers at the national and local levels.
Come learn about Hospice Care and what it can provide. We will hear from Hospice of Miami County about an overview of hospice, Hospice of Miami County and Myths & Facts of Hospice Care. Hospice of Miami County is a community- based, not for profit organization founded in 1983 to improve the quality of life […]
What can we do to prevent a breast cancer diagnosis? What resources are available once a breast cancer diagnosis is received? What is a Nurse Navigator and why are they so important? Topics Discussed: Breast Cancer Prevention and Screening How to support someone with a breast cancer diagnosis. How to empower someone with a breast […]
The future of work is upon us and for women, the work-life dynamic has changed—but now is the perfect time to reset, reinvent and re-imagine work-life fulfillment (so much better than balance) and happiness. Join us for a lively conversation about saying no, setting boundaries and saying yes. We’ll discuss new research, fresh perspectives and […]
Listen to our lunch with leadership series where we showcase Nancy Howell Agee, President & CEO, Carilion Clinic. Grab your lunch and spend the hour listening to Nancy tell her story and answer questions from the participants. Listen as your peers share their journey and engage with your Women in Healthcare community across the country.
A powerful panel of front line healthcare leaders discussed their firsthand experiences over the past two years of COVID, as well as their outlook for the future. Our Panelists brought their unique perspectives as clinicians, nurses and managers covering their personal roles and experiences. Our panelists will also provided their predictions, hopes and recommendations going […]
We all know that setting goals is important, but did you know that only 3% of the population actually puts their goals in writing? So many of us don’t realize how important goals can be as we continue to move through life. Setting goals is a process that changes over time. The goals you set […]
Join us to learn about the unique qualifiers that make women prone to heart disease; more so today than ever before. Know the risk factors and what you can do to minimize yours and live a heart-healthy lifestyle.
Speaker Mila Grigg, CEO of Moda Image Consulting, will be leading a presentation on how to rebrand or brand yourself. As a group, we will navigate the following: 1. Help women to realize what their brand is or rebrand themselves 2. How to be proactive with developing self-awareness in branding yourself in the work environment […]
Originally recorded on February 23, 2022. GOAL Provide an objective analysis of the biggest trends and market forces impacting hospital and health system strategy OVERVIEW In this year’s research, we examine the most important strategic questions facing health care leaders as we emerge from the acute phase of the Covid-19 pandemic. We’ll discuss major shifts […]
A discussion about how mentorship can build community and a sense of belonging in the workplace with Mike Hamlet! Mike is the HR Services Manager with Cushion Employer Services. He serves as the principal HR advisor for multiple clients. With over 20 years of experience in HR leadership, Mike works with businesses, non-profits and manufacturing, […]
Patient Room Technology and Safety: Patient Safety is essential to Care Excellence, and technological advances can contribute to delivering a positive patient experience that also improves safety for patients and clinicians, as well as the organization. In this interactive webinar, we will provide information and insights on healthcare and “smart” or sentient patient room trends, technological advances and their safety implications, so […]
Description: When a healthcare system partners, combines, merges, or is acquired, a LOT of integration must take place. Tune in to hear how these ladies accomplished this feat with Atrium Health. Learn how integration improved operations and efficiency, the challenges encountered, measures of success, communication strategies, lessons learned, and suggested improvements when integrating healthcare systems. […]
Description: A virtual project presentation of the new Central State Hospital – a 471,000 SF behavioral health treatment center in Petersburg, VA. Hear from Facility Director and CEO of Central State Hospital, as well as members of EYP and Gilbane, on how the design of this new treatment center continued to move forward amidst the […]
Perspectives of Male Allies in Health: Tune in for a panel of powerful men and women in healthcare as they discuss how we can work together to create a more equitable environment . They talk about their experiences and answer questions from the audience. Hear about the barriers they faced, continue to face, and what […]
Event Description: Join us to discuss the importance of mentorship and hear real world experiences from our special guest, Laura Hollingsworth! Speakers: Laura Hollingsworth is Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Opry Entertainment Group – Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. Prior to joining Ryman in April of 2018, Laura spent a 29-year career in news media with […]
Event Description: How do you successfully motivate individuals to work together while supporting and empowering them to greatness? It’s not always easy to navigate successfully. Join this discussion and hear from 4 health industry leaders who are making a difference and moving women forward. Speakers: Myrna Rodriguez, MBA, RA, CDT, CSI Design Manager Facilities Planning […]
Event Description: A panel discussion with innovative women leaders who are designing large scale mentorship programs. Learning Objectives: Lessons learned and success tips from leaders who are designing large scale leadership development programs and mentorship programs. Share post-pandemic insights that will impact future mentorship needs/opportunities. Learn how to ensure diversity in mentoring leaders. Understand various […]
Event Description: Listen to Dr. Carolyn Clancy, Acting Deputy Secretary of The Department of Veteran Affairs tell her incredible story, experiences and answers to questions from your Women In Healthcare community across the country! Target Audience: We encourage all women in healthcare to join in on the dialogue. Presented By: Dr. Carolyn Clancy, Acting Deputy Secretary, […]
Event Description: This program covers Organizational resilience Resilience of Individuals working within the healthcare environment Operational and financial planning Mental recovery and strength Individual leaving the field, pivoting in healthcare and entering the field Planning of the physical space (telehealth, surges, no longer can plan just on demographics) Community and the disparities Target Audience: Anyone […]
Description: Learn how to create a network in your comfort zone, and enhance your approach to networking no matter where you are in your career. Speakers: Ann M. Harten, Vice President of Global Human Resources , Haworth Inc. Ann is Vice President of Global Human Resources at Haworth where she first joined in 2005 as Vice President of […]
Event Description: Listen and learn from top executives in Maryland healthcare public policy in which they discuss the state of healthcare: What makes Maryland’s health care model different than any other state. How the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all healthcare providers across the country and especially here in Maryland. Key trends that will shape the […]
Description: Hear three key women leaders in healthcare discuss their journey to leadership. Learning Objectives: How to assert yourself without coming off the wrong way Learn how these leaders overcame obstacles to get to their current positions Hear about how mentorship and sponsorship can help you in your leadership journey Target Audience: Administration Operations Speakers: […]
Description: Every day is a new beginning and we need to restart, readjust, and refocus. Begin your morning learning about the seven healthy habits that you can start now to be your best self. Now is the time to live life beyond the ordinary. This 90-minute presentation and yoga class will spark your interest in self-care, mindfulness, […]
Description: If you believe in the law of attraction, your vision board will work for you! Learn to take your dreams and make them tangible. Speaker: Karol Lee, an Intuitive Business and Life Coach A leadership intuitive with unlimited insights working with CEOs, Entrepreneurs in all business areas, and those seeking to heal self-limitations, resistance, […]
Description: Please join us to learn more about the Washington, DC Chapter of Women in Healthcare. Toni Ardabell, Associate Chief, Clinical Enterprises with Inova Health System will be joining us and sharing her thoughts on women in leadership, specifically healthcare leadership, as well as opportunities for women in the healthcare fields that have arisen from the pandemic. Attendees will […]
Event Description: Bring your questions and learn about the the legalities of the Covid-19 vaccine. Goals of the Event: To educate our chapter on the requirements of the vaccine in the work place. Bringing in the labor experts from Waller Law. Speakers: Kierstin Jodway Caraline Rickard
Event Description: The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged healthcare organizations to think differently about their longevity and financial stability. According to Deloitte, M&A executives are sending clear signals that M&A will be an important lever as businesses recover and thrive in the post COVID-19 economy. Organizations across the healthcare ecosystem are evaluating how to accelerate growth […]
Event Description: Solving Recurrent Problems is an interactive 1-hour personal development workshop designed to help participants develop a new framework for identifying and solving problems in their daily life. It is designed to help the modern professional move to the next level in their personal and professional life. Speakers: Dr. Moyowa Boyo is pediatric chief […]
Event Description: Vered Klein is an experienced recruiter here to provide career advice, ideas, inspiration, and tools to professionals looking to improve their presence on paper, to HR or recruiters. This resume workshop will discuss what is being looked at during these uncertain times. What stands out these days? How do you raise yourself to […]
Event Description: Our virtual Executive roundtable discussion highlights executive leaders who are guiding healthcare delivery improvement and leading change in the healthcare industry. This intimate format, although virtual, gives Women in Healthcare members the opportunity to learn directly about the career paths and current work of some of our most accomplished industry leaders. Speaker: Kathy […]
Event Description: The vaccines are here and we can see a light at the end of the tunnel. So what’s next? What have we learned from the past and how can it advance our thinking and help us navigate the avalanche of decisions in front of us? During this session, we’ll look at innovations large […]
Event Description: The current pandemic has caused health systems to quickly change the way they operate and how they will operate in the “new normal”. Operational changes have impacted and will continue to impact: People, Process, Place and Technology. Hear from three health systems in the Mid-Atlantic region on how they have addressed operational changes. […]
Event Description: The pandemic has had a significant impact on people of all ages, but specifically older adults. This discussion will cover a broad range of topics from isolation and loneliness, to environmental press and the future of healthcare in the home. Panelists: Gail Kohn, World Health Organization Age-Friendly DC Coordinator. She is responsible to […]
Event Description: PechaKucha is a fun way to learn new topics in just 6 minutes and 40 seconds. We will have 7 presenters speaking on: Do What You Love and Love What You Do, Breaking Down the Walls of Mental Health Through Architecture and Interior Design, Art for Healing, COVID19 Life Lessons, A Dozen Ways […]
Event Description: A panel of 4 women speaking about how to promote wellness with biophilia in wellness centres, long term care, Dementia and Alzheimer’s homes, hospitals, hospice, retirement homes as well as other types of workplaces and the home. How to improve our environment during a pandemic makes this panel a timely discussion on how […]
Event Description: Throughout this event, Laura Macdougall will discuss how to create a powerful new phase in your life, work and legacy. Speaker: Laura Macdougall is a leading authority for women leaders who are designing their next chapters in life, work and legacy. She will share her own personal story of resilience, and 25 year […]
Event Description: A welcome and introduction to Women in Healthcare’s first Canadian Chapter, and Meditation led by Lynn McGowan. Speaker: Lynn McGowan is the owner of Kamena Yoga with a 25-year history as a master level yoga/mediation teacher in the Kripalu Tradition. Lynn has worked with major sports professionals, leaders of large corporations and facilitates […]
Event Description: Julia Rosen will be giving a (CEU certified) presentation on Furniture in Healing Environments, paired with some networking and discussion points. Speaker: Julia Rosen, Director, Healthcare Market at Office Source | SCI Sponsors: Quasar Consulting Group HDR Hanscomb Quantity Surveyors Interface Mondo Contract Flooring Spec Parkin Architects Limited JmF Technical Documentation Solutions Willis CannonDesign […]
Event Description: An information session on the Covid-19 vaccine, presented by Vanderbilt University Medical Center, H. Keipp Talbott. Speaker: H. Keipp Talbott M.D., MPH Associate Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases WIH Tracks: Industry Education Event Goal: To provide information to Women in Healthcare members about the Covid-19 vaccine.
Event Description: We are all learning how to adjust to our “new normal” and the boundaries of our professional and personal lives have blended together now more than they ever have before. Self-care is one of our pillars of Women in Healthcare and we are very excited to have this session with Amy Klous, certified […]
Program Description: Learn how purchasers and policymakers are shifting their strategies as a result of Covid-19, how the delivery system will need to shift operating models going forward, and what the election means for the future of health care. In a year when the public and political spotlight was already focused squarely on health care, […]
Event Description: Healthcare is personal. Making a difference in the lives of patients and families is rewarding. Raising a family while building a career can be challenging. Success has many dimensions and layers. Join us as Lori shares her inspiring story- how being resourceful and maintaining a positive attitude can be your best assets, and […]
Event Description: A panel discussion, lead by Laura Register, to discover what career choices both Catherine and Rebekah have made and will be making in the future. Learning Objectives: Spark an idea for your career goals and understand how an altered career can look from ones college degree. WIH Tracks: Professional Development Networking Featured Speakers: […]
Event Description: There are currently over 500 million users and the monthly active user base is 260 million. 40% of monthly active users use LinkedIn daily. Understanding how to utilize the free version of LinkedIn and the variety of support it offers is crucial in today’s competitive markets. In Leveraging LinkedIn, participants will learn how maximize the […]
Event Description: In this webinar, we will explore how the social and economic factors that drive health outcomes are exacerbated by structural and systemic racial inequities. Learn about strategies to address social determinants of health (SDoH) with a lens towards health equity, including provider education, partnerships with community based organization, health care collaborations, etc. Learning […]
Event Description: This highly interactive presentation will challenge you to think differently about your personal brand, network and engagement on LinkedIn. You will gain clarity, insight, and actionable next steps including how to elevate your presence, generate referrals and new business opportunities. Topics: • LinkedIn—It’s Business, Not Social • Finding, Attracting and Nurturing with a […]
Event Description: In this interactive webinar, participants will shift their focus from asking “what’s not working?” about their careers to asking “where do I thrive?” and “how can I have more of that?” using the Appreciative Inquiry Model. WIH Tracks: Professional Development Self Featured Speaker: Deborah Riegel, CEO, Talk Support Deborah combines her expertise in cognitive, […]
From pediatrics to geriatrics, everyone’s been affected by someone with a mental health disorder at one time or another. Trauma can impact any one at any time. What’s important is how we identify, diagnose and treat those in need- bringing the resources and expertise to our community members while easing the societal stigma so often […]
Please join us as we navigate a conversation on creating a resilient healthcare industry. Discussion: what resilience looks like as we develop policies, programs, services and face new building projects. Panelists will dive into topics such as racism, pandemics, and severe weather events and how we can adapt and improve our focus and approach to […]
How does sound impact our lives? How does sound impact the patient, the family and caregivers in a healthcare setting? In healthcare, sound is largely ignored, even though the aesthetics of it could have a great impact on our sense of well being and a sense of dignity. On July 8th Yoko Sen will explore […]
Willette Burnham-Williams University Chief Diversity Officer & Title IX Coordinator Medical University of South Carolina Dr. Willette S. Burnham-Williams is a senior leader in higher education with over 30 years of progressively complex executive roles. A trailblazer in developing strategic diversity initiatives and multi-faceted programs in small and large, public and private organizations, she has […]
Trust Changes Everything- Strengthening Self Trust while Inspiring Others Multiple studies have shown that trust is a major factor in the development and performance of collaborative teams. “High-trust” teams perform significantly more efficiently than “low-trust” teams. You’ll hear practical advice for anyone who desires to work in high-trust environments. Covey’s observation that “trust changes everything” […]
Black Perspectives in Health: A panel of powerful senior level Black women in healthcare speak about their journey and answer questions from others. Hear about the barriers they faced and continue to face being a Black women in healthcare today. Come together to have the tough conversations, and learn how we can all be a […]
This webinar brings together three professionals who have dedicated their careers to making hospitals better for the planet while maintaining health standards for occupants. During this event, they will discuss how the industry can continue pushing for energy efficient hospitals that push design standards while still maintaining safe air quality to avoid the spread of […]
As we move back into the workplace environment- or remain in WFH mode- ROUTINE can be the first and most important ingredient for your daily success. Join us and learn how keeping routines will help you create multiple “wins”, is a powerful way to kick-start a great day, incorporate self-care, and manage your time more […]
Summary: Many businesses will NOT comeback after COVID. It will not depend on their size or industry or even cash reserves. History has shown through numerous economic depressions and recessions that a certain type of leadership and a particular style of marketing communication creates corporate winners again and again. Join this seminar with Tanya Abreu, […]
A Fireside Chat with Phyllis Goetz, Texas Chapter President & President of Kimball The journey to leadership is not always easy. There are successes and failures. Along the way our career takes turns and gives us moments of reflection. When we encounter a crisis, our next step is often our best guess. How do we […]
This year’s presentation explores the biggest challenge of our time, COVID-19. Beyond the immediate impact of the pandemic—this presentation will explore the implications of other—potentially major market shifts as policymakers and private-sector players demonstrate increasing receptivity to disruptive solutions aimed at tackling the industry’s affordability crisis—including growing support for government intervention. Presented by: Advisory Board […]
Acceptance is one of the greatest tools in finding our inner sanctuary that lives deep inside of each of us. Through this guided meditation we will journey into our heart where we will allow the inner grace to heal, transform and soften the chaos in our lives. Acceptance is freedom from being affected by the […]
Letting go of things that are out of control allows us to release tension, fear and anxiety prevalent during these times. By accessing your inner peace, natural guidance system you will free yourself from worry and stress. This 15 minute guided meditation will support you in releasing what you can not control and assist you […]
The intention of this program is for participant to experience the following outcomes: Promote wellness and joy Be inclusive to anyone regardless of previous experience with yoga, breathing techniques or meditation Provide an experiential format for the participants, as opposed to a classroom setting Offer tools and practices to apply in everyday life Be grounded […]
In a time of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress we would like to offer our members a 15 minute meditation to help you find balance and refocus. Join us each for one or all of our guided meditations in our series. Meditations are offered by Suzanne Bond. She is an advanced mindfulness meditation practitioner with certification […]
In a time of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress we would like to offer our members a 15 minute meditation to help you find balance and refocus. Join us each for one or all of our guided meditations in our series. Meditations are offered by Suzanne Bond. She is an advanced mindfulness meditation practitioner with certification […]
In a time of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress we would like to offer our members a 15 minute meditation to help you find balance and refocus. Join us each for one or all of our guided meditations in our series. Meditations are offered by Suzanne Bond. She is an advanced mindfulness meditation practitioner with certification […]
Presented by: Dr. Katherine L. Heilpern Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center Dr Katherine L Heilpern is the Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, a 862-bed academic medical center in New York City. In this role, she manages and directs daily operations including cost, […]
This webinar was recorded live on March 17, 2020. Honoring boundaries and prioritizing self-care can feel like an elusive task. Join us in creating awareness around emotional and physical burnout in health care. Together we’ll uncover the power of small shifts in behavior and mindset to keep you in balance at home and work. Prevent […]
This webinar was recorded live on December 11, 2019. This presentation on “Emergency Preparedness – Systems in Action”, covered the response across the public health and healthcare system continuum. Attendees learn: How emergency preparedness is a key component of a 21st Century Public Health Department How healthcare coalitions facilitate information sharing and resource coordination among multi-disciplinary […]
This webinar was recorded live on November 7, 2019. Alison Vorsatz, Senior Enterprise Director at Fairygodboss, discussed the wage gap and the effect it has on women’s satisfaction levels in their careers. She discussed the power of negotiating and walked through steps to hone your skills and prepare for the conversation. Video coming soon…
