Track 2: Healthcare Access and Equity
A we advance the technology, access and equity must remain a central priority as we develop new and innovative care models. Technology and innovation bring with them the risk of furthering health disparities, especially if access to these advances are limited based on financial resources and payer models. As we move forward, we must ensure that care delivery models and technologies that are shown to improve outcomes and improve patient experience are not limited to only a select few, but to all patients.
At the same time, we must ensure we are leveraging innovation at a population level as well – using data analytics and innovative technologies to improve the health of populations, as well as that of individuals. Whether addressing social determinants of health, or addressing the very disparities mentioned above – innovation plays a role in not only the lives of patients, but in the development of an equitable and socially conscious healthcare system. The delivery of innovative technology and process to underserved communities in a way that is equitable and culturally sensitive requires intentionality and mindfulness.
Presidents
Gayle Stidsen-Smith – DVHIMSS
Julia Staas – NJHIMSS
Event Chairs
Patricia DeLisi – DVHIMSS
Zelisa Gutierrez – NJHIMSS
DV Committee Leads
Budget/Finance – Liana Romero
Educational Tracks – Joy Locca and Viraj Patwardhan
Keynotes – Gemma Lowery
Sponsors – Nadine Opstbaum
Marketing/Communication – Matt Guldin
Golf – Devin Elliott
Scholarship – Tom Martin
NJ Committee Leads
Budget/Finance – Monae Haskins and Mike Fortino
Educational Tracks – Darlene Carr and Daniel Baez
Keynotes – Ryan Sadeghian
Sponsors – Casey Hafford
Marketing/ Communication – Mike Fortino
Golf – Alex Carroll
Scholarship – Christine McBride
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