June 25-26 in Fort Pierre, SD
Get ready for an engaging and insightful experience at the Rural Health Leaders - Strengthening Rural conference on June 25-26! This event is focused on tackling the unique challenges of rural healthcare while seizing the opportunities to make healthcare stronger and more sustainable for rural communities. From protecting your health system with cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies to supporting the wellness of physicians and healthcare teams, we’re covering it all! Learn how to lead with purpose and value-driven communication, plus dive into legal solutions for the unique challenges facing rural healthcare in South Dakota with Attorney General, Marty Jackley. We’ll also explore EMS strategies to help maintain strong and reliable emergency transport operations, along with insights from national and state experts about the latest trends shaping the future of rural health from NRHA and SDAHO. Plus, attendees will have the opportunity to earn 3 face-to-face ACHE credits, with an additional pre-conference session focused on government affairs. With expert speakers, exciting panels, and a chance to network with fellow healthcare and industry leaders, this conference is the perfect opportunity to connect, collaborate, and get inspired to make a real difference in rural healthcare. Join us for two action-packed days filled with insights, strategies, and practical tools to help strengthen rural health for the future!ÂWednesday, June 25
- Pre-Session: 9:30 am-11:00 am | ACHE Panel - The Healthcare Organization's Role in Public Policy (ACHE) (Additional Fee)
- 12:00-12:30 pm | Opening Remarks: Governor Larry Rhoden (tentative)
- 12:40-1:40 pm | Be The Best Part of Their Day:Â Supercharging Communication with Values
- David Schreiner, Ph.D.
- 1:50 - 3:20 pm | The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape and its Impact on Health Care
- Scott Gee, American Hospital Association
- 3:30 - 4:30 pm | EMS in SD: Future Strategies and Building the Next Generation of Paramedics
- Panel
- 4:40 - 5:15 pm | SDAHO update
- SDAHO Staff
- 5:30-6:30pm | Vendor social
Thursday, June 26
- 8:00 - 9:00 am | Rural Health Care National Trends and Updates
- Zil Joyce Dixon Romero, National Rural Health Association
- 9:10 - 10:50 am | Sustainable Strategies to Support Well-Being for Healthcare Professionals (ACHE)
- ACHE Panel
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Protecting Rural Health: Legal Challenges and Solutions for South Dakota’s Healthcare
- Marty Jackley, Attorney General & Amanda Miiller, Deputy AG
The conference will be held at Drifter's Event Center in Fort Pierre.
SDAHO has a block of rooms available at two area hotels:
- Club House Hotel in Pierre - click here. Available until May 25
- My Place Hotel in Fort Pierre - click here.
