Don’t Miss SDAHO’s Milestone Annual Convention
The countdown is on! We are just one month away from SDAHO’s 2026 Annual Convention, September 16–18 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center — and this is one you won’t want to miss.
Unique Sessions Await
With more than 25 educational sessions planned, there is something for nearly every area of health care. Here are just a few opportunities you’ll find this year:
- Rural Health Transformation Funding & Technology
Hear directly from South Dakota Department of Health Secretary Melissa Magstadt about the current status of Rural Health Transformation funding, what’s still ahead and what healthcare organizations need to know as we move forward. - Recovery Close to Home: Substance Use Disorder Care in Rural South Dakota
Explore real-world examples of how rural hospitals can provide evidence-based substance use disorder treatment close to home — including lessons learned and successful approaches to implementation. - ACHE Session: Physicians & Leadership – The Critical Role of a Physician Executive in Organizational Strategy
Hear from three of South Dakota’s leading physician executives — Dr. Brad Archer, Dr. Erica Schipper and Dr. Ron Place — in a conversation moderated by Paulette Davidson. This is a unique opportunity to hear how physician leaders are helping shape strategy, strengthen collaboration and drive innovation across our healthcare systems. - When Things Blow Up: Recovering from a Building Explosion
Brad Dusatko of Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital shares firsthand lessons from responding to and recovering from a building explosion, with practical takeaways for disaster preparedness, recovery and organizational resilience. - Paws & Pet: Exploring Animal-Assisted Care for Healthcare Professionals
This may be one of the convention’s most unique experiences! Learn about the clinical applications and benefits of animal-assisted therapy — and experience some of those restorative benefits firsthand. - Tuberculosis in South Dakota
Get a timely update from South Dakota’s TB Control Program Manager Kristin Rounds on current tuberculosis trends, statewide services and prevention and control recommendations for healthcare organizations.
And that’s only a small sample of what’s planned!
Bring Your Team & Save
Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time — and our Group Member Registration makes it easier to bring your team.
Register six attendees for $1,000 — just $167 per person. Need to bring more than six? Additional group registrant tickets are available at the same discounted rate.
Registration closes September 15 at 11:59 a.m. CDT.
The SDAHO convention hotel block is now full, but several lodging options remain available near the Sioux Falls Convention Center, including Holiday Inn & Suites – Airport, Comfort Inn & Suites at Sanford Sports Complex, Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls at Empire Mall and Country Inn & Suites.
Make Plans Now! Click here to learn more and register.
