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F E AT U R E S 4 President’s Message Janet S. Holland, FACHE 5 Regent’s Message John Allen, FACHE 6 Member Spotlight 13 National News 16 ACHENTX Education Events 18 Event Encore 21 Event Calendar 22 Membership Annoucements
8 The Season of Leadership 10 Public Health Students Creative Winning Blueprint 12 ACHENTX 2017 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Editor-In-Chief
Joan Clark, DNP, FACHE Thomas Peck, FACHE
2016 Board of Directors
Contributing Editor
Matt Malinak, FACHE
Contributing Writers Creative Direction
Heather Worgo Beau Gee Amanda O’Neal Brumitt, FACHE Ed Bitner, FACHE Ray Dhameja Artie Goldman Valerie Shoup, FACHE
Teresa Baker, FACHE Texas Health Resources
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Michael Hicks, MD, FACHE UNT Health Science Center
2016 Chapter Officers
Kristin Jenkins, JD, FACHE DFW Hospital Council Foundation
President
Dresdene Flynn White, FACHE Strategic Leadership Solutions
President Elect Past President
Janet Holland, FACHE BroadJump
Secretary
Kevin Stevenson IntegraNet Health
Treasurer
Pam Stoyanoff, FACHE Methodist Health System
Regent
John Allen, MHA, MPH, FACHE UNT Health Science Center
Executive Director
John Whittemore ACHE of North Texas
Winjie Tang Miao Texas Health Resources
Ben Isgur PricewaterhouseCoopers
Jared Shelton TexasHealth Presbyterian Hospital, Allan Nancy Vish, FACHE Baylor Heart & Vascular Hospital Demetria Wilhite University of Texas at Arlington
The ACHE of North Texas e-magazine, The Executive Connection, is published quarterly (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter) and includes information on the latest regulatory and legislative developments, as well as the quality improvement and leadership trends that are shaping and influencing the healthcare industry. Readers get indepth reporting on the issues and challenges facing hospital and health system leaders today. We make it our job to tell you about the great things the organization and Chapter are doing every day to ensure the health of our community. If you have any news and updates that you want to share with other members, please e-mail your items to info@northtexas.ache.org. Microsoft Word or compatible format is preferable. If you have a graphic or picture that you'd like to include, please send it as a separate file. The following are the types of information that our members shared in past ACHE of North Texas magazines, Advocacy Issues, Legislative Issues, Educational Opportunities, Awards / Achievements, Promotions (Members On the Move), Committee Updates, journal submissions, conference submissions, and workshop participations, sharing mentoring experiences, etc.
Regent’s Message President’s Message
Zone Operations Leader John E. Phillips, FACHE, President, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Jared C. Shelton, FACHE,
continuing opportunities to become
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involved with your local chapter.
Michael S. Wiggins, FACHE,
Each Chapter’s website contains
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robust information on its activities;
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Texas Midwest Chapter, East Texas Chapter, North Texas Chapter.
Mark your calendars for May 19 for a joint face-to-face educational
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February 15 at Medical City Dallas What does that mean within the context of leading a professional organization? I am reminded of a quote by author and motivational speaker, Simon Sinek: “Leadership is not a rank or a position. Leadership is a service to be given.” In the spirit of servant leadership, it is my sincere hope that as your chapter leader, and with the support of a volunteer board of directors, committee leaders and an army of chapter volunteers, we can harness our chapter’s resources, network and collective experience to help every member of the North Texas chapter of ACHE continue to advance professionally and strive for healthcare excellence. Janet S. Holland, FACHE
The term “servant leadership” was coined by Robert Greenleaf in 1970. The Center for Servant Leadership defines the concept as follows: “Servant leadership is a philosophy and set of practices that enriches the lives of individuals, builds better organizations and ultimately creates a more just and caring world.” (source: https:// www.greenleaf.org/what-is-servant-leadership/) The prevailing concept is that the servant leader acts as servant first, ensuring that the highest priorities of others are being served.
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Dear Colleagues,
Brett S. McClung, FACHE, North
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In November at our annual general membership dinner, our honoree and keynote presenter, Joel Allison, spoke of the importance of servant leadership. Since that evening, I have thought frequently about Mr. Allison’s remarks, and I have considered how servant leadership will shape my role as the leader of our professional organization.
Hospital Dallas-Garland
This spring not only brings with
President’s Message
It is my honor to serve as your chapter president in 2017. Thank you for the trust you have placed in me; I am humbled by the opportunity to serve you.
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the East and North Texas Chapters
Hospital, proved to be a successful
in Terrell, Texas. This event will
event! With more than 140 attendees,
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months. A combination of students and careerists, attendees had a prime opportunity to learn from seven seasoned healthcare leaders. Beginning with a round table discussion, each executive discussed their background and the ingredients of their success. Following the round table discussion, attendees participated in four breakout sessions where they learned more about analytics, career progression, ambulatory surgery centers, leadership, and other topics. Based on the feedback we received from attendees, we plan to repeat this program next year. Thanks again to these
On the national level, I hope you will consider attending the annual ACHE Congress next year. Click here to learn more about Congress. In short, it’s a great opportunity to earn face to face credits, network, and learn more about the many faces of healthcare. I wish you the very best. Please feel free to contact me at any time. John G. Allen, FACHE
leaders for their participation in the New Horizons event:
Regent for Texas - Northern
Robert Earley, CEO, JPS Health Network
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Bob S. Ellzey, FACHE, President, Texas Health Azle
Program Director, Safe Transitions for the Elderly Patient Jgallentexas@gmail.com
Kent R. Helwig, FACHE, CEO, Select Specialty
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Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight
Laci Sherman
Paul Aslin
Laci Sherman is a second semester Master of Healthcare Administration student at the University of North Texas Health Science Center(UNTHSC). She is employed at UNTHSC as a Data Manager for the Human Movement Performance Laboratory. Additionally, she is a graduate assistant for the Patient Care Clinic’s geriatric department. Laci says the most important issue facing healthcare today is the need for community-health education. While granting access to healthcare for all is a priority, it is also essential to educate and promote awareness of resources available in the community to prevent diseases, injuries, improve health, and enhance the quality of life. The Blue Zones Project, a project designed to teach the secrets of longevity, serves as a great example of transforming the community well-being.
ACHE membership should join ACHE, attend the educational and networking events, and become involved! Membership in ACHE allows individuals to become actively involved with the initiatives that transform healthcare. One thing people may not know about Laci is her passion for horses, which she developed at early age. She enjoys riding her horse, Bell, with family and friends. Laci is an example to other early careerists. Her passion and desire to provide service to the healthcare industry is exemplary.
Laci joined ACHE in August 2016. As an early careerist and emerging leader, she says her membership in ACHE is essential, because it allows networking opportunities with thriving professionals in the industry and offers a diverse perspective in healthcare administration. Laci enjoys attending the educational events to remain aware of the initiatives that are transforming healthcare. Prior to entering the industry as a full-time healthcare professional, she says membership in ACHE will make it possible for her to bring transformational ideas into the work place.
What are you doing now? Paul Aslin is the vice president of Population Health for Wise Health System (WHS) and COO for the WHS employed physician group, Wise Health Clinics. Paul says that “DSRIP, ACO, MACRA, RVUs, and EPMs are a daily part of my vocabulary right now.” In your opinion, what is the most important issue facing Healthcare today? The most important issue facing healthcare today is that change is constant. The healthcare system’s focus changes with new legislation; delivery systems continue to change with new models of care, and the way health care leaders measure and administer healthcare changes as new payment models or data capabilities incentivize systems to change. How healthcare system leaders respond to change with the simultaneous evolving factors is the most important issue facing healthcare today. How long have you been a member of ACHE? Paul joined ACHE as a student member in 2010 and became a member in 2011. Why is being a member important to you? ‘‘Healthcare leaders rely upon their colleagues more than is required by most other industry leaders. An organization like ACHE provides opportunities to share and gain knowledge and network with peers. ACHE was an essential development tool when I made a career change to healthcare. I enjoy the opportunity to play various roles in ACHE to share my knowledge in a way that benefits others.’’
Laci recommends that all early careerist and those considering
Improving and saving lives for 90 years. What began in 1927 as a community hospital has grown to a modern, seven-hospital non-profit health system serving patients in North Texas and beyond. Recently awarded the Texas Award for Performance Excellence, Methodist Health System is growing to serve our communities with quality, compassionate care. Thanks to your support, we look forward to serving patients for the next 90 years!
What advice would you give early careerists or those considering membership? “Jump in and get involved. Don’t wait to be invited to join a committee or serve at an event. Ask how you can help, and keep
asking. Take advantage of the resources available through ACHE and other avenues. Resources include the network of members as well as the educational resources. Don’t be afraid to invite someone you don’t know out to lunch to spend some time getting to know them.” Tell us one thing that people don’t know about you. Paul believes nurses and teachers are some of the bravest people in the world. Paul says “I’m squeamish when thinking about procedures being done on me, and I would rather teach a room full of adults than try to talk to a room full of lively young kids. I do fine with my three daughters, but I’m married to a teacher, so I think she gets the credit.”
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Fall of Leadership Ensure your human and operational systems are ready to reap. In other words, expect good things because of the investment you made in the spring and also prepare your team and your business to handle new levels of production. Fall brings consequences of your work in spring. Again, do not expect to reap what you did not sow. You will either enjoy fruits of your labor or make excuses for why you are not getting the results you hoped for. Excellent leaders let their actions rise above their excuses.
By Lee Colan, Ph.D.
With a milder than usual winter (here in Dallas at least), spring is starting to rear her head. It heightens my awareness of the natural laws that govern our physical lives. The “Law of the Harvest” is easiest to see at work in agriculture. If you plant 40 acres of corn, you will not reap 40 acres of tomatoes. We understand this with trees and crops, but it’s harder to understand in leadership (and in life, for that matter). Times are changing, but one truth about life and leadership remains the same - we reap what we sow. Spring of Leadership This is the time to invest in others and work hard on cultivating your team. Your efforts during the spring are a leading indicator of what you will reap in the fall. Do not expect to reap a high-performing team, a strong culture, or a deep talent pool if you have not sown proportionately. The sowing of spring can be compared to the results of planting an exotic Chinese bamboo seed. When this particular seed is planted and nurtured, it can take up to two years for a sprout to break through the earth. It requires the right watering, sunlight, care, and feeding so it can build a strong root structure and foundation for growth, none
of which is visible above ground. However, once it breaks ground, this plant can grow over 100 feet in two weeks! Even though our efforts do not always yield visible results, we must have faith that our investment in our team pays off—initially in terms of building a strong root structure, and ultimately, as a plentiful crop. Summer of Leadership This is the time to protect and nurture your investment. Do not wait until the fall reaping to assess how you did. Take a real-time “look back” in the summer of what you could have improved from the spring. Use a simple “Stop, Start and Keep” review of your work. Ask your team: •What can we stop doing next year that did not add value? •What can we start doing to improve our service or product? •What should we keep doing that went well? Spend the summer integrating what you learned into your team’s work processes. The new ideas should become “the way we doing things around here” for the coming season.
Winter of Leadership Depending on how hard you worked to build your team during the spring, your winter can feel short or long. Winter is a time for recognition and reflection. Turn your thoughts of appreciation into acts of appreciation for the results your team produced. Also, plan for next year by looking at data from your fall “crop”. Regardless of how you feel about it, the data do not lie. Did people and systems perform as planned? Did you perform as you planned? Invest now to fill any gaps—work on yourself first, then on your team. Pull out the weeds to ensure a healthy spring. Leaders tend to take too short to hire and too long to fire. If your coaching has not yielded positive change, now is the time to make tough decisions about your people and your plans, so you can elevate your leadership later. Weathering Adversity Excellent leaders view adversity as a blessing instead of a burden. We do not elevate our leadership in the absence of adversity, rather because of adversity. Adversity helps reveal our true leadership character. Without it we will leave much of our potential untapped. Seasons dictate a leader’s activities, but critical moments define a leader’s excellence.
Lee J. Colan, Ph.D. is founder of The L Group, a consulting firm that equips and inspires leaders. Colan has authored 13 books that have been translated into 10 languages, including the bestselling Engaging the Heart and Minds of All Your Employees. His latest book is Stick with It: Mastering the Art of Adherence.
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PUBLIC HEALTH STUDENTS CREATE A WINNING BLUEPRINT Five MHA students earn top prize in North Texas ACHE competition
Re-imagining Healthcare Advancing health and wellness globally and in local communities is at the heart of our endeavors.
By Jeff Carlton
Students from the University of North Texas Health Science Center’s (UNTHSC) School of Public Health took home the top prize in a recent case study competition organized by ACHE North Texas. The winning students, all in their second year of the Master’s of Health Administration program, are Aman Kaila, Chelsea Kleen, Patrick Li, Shriya Sarin and Ashnia Taher. Their challenge: to identify ways to transform a public safety-net hospital that was facing financial problems, a departing chief executive, low employee morale and operational inefficiencies. Their entry, which included a written report and 30-minute presentation, addressed each of these challenges to create a blueprint for a turnaround.
professor of Health Management and Policy. Their ACHENTX Coach was Paul Aslin, FACHE. The winning team received a cash prize, invitations to all 2017 ACHENTX board meetings and national annual Congress on Healthcare Leadership conference in Chicago. The School of Public Health’s MHA program, which trains students to be effective organizational managers and health care leaders, was good preparation for the project, said Kleen, a second-year MHA student. “Much of what we have learned in our courses was put into this one analysis,” she said. “These studies are really helpful in preparing you for real-life scenarios. I think it’s one of the best ways to learn.”
Assisting on the project were Thomas Fairchild, PhD, vice president for Organizational Excellence, and Morten Ostensen, JD, MHA, MBA, assistant
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National News ACHENTX 2017 Scholarship Recipients Donations and ongoing chapter support by our corporate sponsors allow ACHE North Texas to continue to provide the ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership Scholarship Program. Tuition and travel assistance is available through this program to student members, those who are in transition, or those who do not have access to travel assistance through their employers. Congratulations to this year’s ACHE of North Texas Scholarship recipients:
COLLIN CANNELLA ALFREDO CARRANZA LIANA CHERIAN SEAN GILMORE RACHEL HUGO MARTIN REIDY LACI SHERMAN ASHNIA TAHER VICTORIA UMOREN
ACHE, IFD Alliance to Expand Healthcare Internships for Diverse Individuals ACHE and the American Hospital Association’s Institute for Diversity in Health Management have entered into a strategic collaboration to co-promote the Summer Enrichment Program, which is designed to grow and strengthen the pipeline of healthcare leaders from underrepresented groups. The program places diverse graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in healthcare administration or a related field in 10-week, paid internships at healthcare organizations. As of Oct. 31, 2016, hospitals, health systems and other healthcare organizations interested in hosting an intern from the program in 2017 can register at diversityconnection.org/SEP. IFD staff will work with organizations to match program students with host sites beginning in February. Internships generally will take place from June through August. The program will be administered by IFD and co-promoted by ACHE, primarily through ACHE chapters across the country. For more information about the program or on becoming a host site, visit diversityconnection.org/SEP or contact Jasmin Clark, membership and educational specialist, IFD, at ifd-sep@aha.org or (312) 422-2658; Terra L. Levin FACHE, CAE, regional director, Division of Regional Services, ACHE, at tlevin@ache.org or (312) 424-9329; or Cie Armstead, director, Diversity and Inclusion, ACHE, at carmstead@ache.org or (312) 424-9306.
ACHE Senior Executive Program The ACHE Senior Executive Program prepares senior healthcare leaders for complex environments and new challenges. Past participants have included senior or executive directors, vice presidents, COOs, CNOs and CFOs—many of whom aspire to become a CEO. The program’s locations and dates are as follows: • Chicago (June 5–7) • San Diego (Aug. 14–16) • Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 30–Nov. 1) Participants must attend all three sessions in each city. Participants grow professionally in a supportive learning environment over the course of three multiday sessions. The Senior Executive Program is tailored for senior leaders,
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providing them with an opportunity to gain skills in decision making, problem solving and team building. The program features three primary focus areas: “Charting Your Leadership Course,” “Leading the Value-Ready Healthcare Enterprise” and “Guiding Enterprisewide Change.” Enrollment is limited to 30 healthcare executives. A limited number of scholarships are available for individuals whose organizations lack the resources to fully fund their tuition. For more information, contact Catie L. Russo, program specialist, Division of Professional Development, ACHE, at (312) 424-9362, or visit ache.org/SeniorExecutive.
ACHE Executive Program The Executive Program is designed to help mid-level managers in healthcare refine their knowledge, competencies and leadership skills. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, share and grow professionally together over three multiday sessions. The Executive Program will be held at the following locations and dates: • Chicago (June 5–6) • San Diego (Aug. 14–16) • Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 30–Nov. 1) Participants must attend all three sessions in each city. The Executive Program is tailored for mid-level managers, providing them with an opportunity to assess their skillsets in order to develop stronger leadership capabilities and prepare them for change within their organizations. The program features three primary focus areas: “Charting Your Leadership Course,” “Preparing for Accountable Care” and “Managing for an Uncertain Future.” Enrollment is limited to 30 healthcare executives. A limited number of scholarships are available for individuals whose organizations lack the resources to fully fund their tuition. For more information, contact Catie L. Russo, program specialist, Division of Professional Development, ACHE, at (312) 424-9362, or visit ache.org/Executive.
Board of Governors Exam Fee Waiver Campaign: ACHE Member Communities Enhance March 1–June 30 Membership Experience The Board of Governors Exam fee waiver promotion allows eligible ACHE Members to save $200 when they submit their Fellow application between March 1 and June 30, 2017.
*Eligible Members must submit their completed Fellow application, $250 application fee and meet all requirements— including the three years of ACHE membership tenure and five years of healthcare management experience—by June 30 to receive approval to take the Board of Governors Exam. Pending application approval, ACHE will waive the $200 Board of Governors Exam fee. For more information on recent changes to the application process requirements, go to ache.org/FACHE.
ACHE’s Leader-to-Leader Program When you share the value of ACHE membership with your colleagues by encouraging them to join or advance to Fellow status, you can earn points to obtain rewards such as gift certificates toward ACHE education programs, clothing, a travel mug and a fitness tracker. If you sponsor three or more Members who successfully achieve Fellow status, you can even be entered into a raffle for a free registration to ACHE’s Congress on Healthcare Leadership. Each time a person joins ACHE or advances to Fellow status and lists your name as a sponsor on the application, you earn a point. The more points you earn, the more rewards you can receive. Points expire on Dec. 31 of the year after they were earned (e.g., a point earned on Jan. 1, 2017, will expire on Dec. 31, 2018). You can check your point balance in the My ACHE area of ache. org. To ensure colleagues mention your name, referral cards are available for you to pass out so you receive the credit you deserve. When you help grow ACHE, you make a strong statement about your professionalism and leadership in the healthcare field and also strengthen the organization.
ACHE’s Asian Healthcare Leaders Forum, Healthcare Consultants Forum, LGBT Forum and Physician Executives Forum, enhance value for ACHE members through a package of benefits tailored to their unique professional development needs. AHLF helps increase the representation—through leadership and professional development—of Asian-Americans in healthcare executive management, policy and administration. Visit ache.org/AHLForum to learn more. The Healthcare Consultants Forum can help healthcare consultants stay ahead of the curve and more effectively meet client needs through targeted resources. More information is available on ache.org/HCForum, where interested consultant members can join. The LGBT Forum enhances representation of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender healthcare executives and promotes high-quality care for LGBT individuals and their families. The Forum provides opportunities for personal and professional growth to members in various healthcare settings and at all career stages. To learn more or to join, visit ache.org/ LGBTForum. The Physician Executives Forum offers education, networking and relevant information that address the top issues physician executives face, such as leading quality initiatives and enhancing interdisciplinary communication skills. Visit ache.org/PEForum to find out more about the Forum’s benefits and to join. Benefits of membership in any of the forums include a special designation on ACHE’s online Member Directory, an e-newsletter and the opportunity to participate in an exclusive ACHE LinkedIn Group dedicated to the respective member community. The cost of membership for each forum is $100 per year, in addition to ACHE annual dues.
For more information on the program, go to ache.org/l2l.
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First Quarter Education Event February 23, 2017 Panel 1 – The Future of Healthcare Financing (MACRA) When the audience was asked ‘how many here are experts on MACRA?’ no hands went up. A follow-on question, ‘how many are familiar with MACRA or have a general understanding of the impact of MACRA legislation?’, was met with about 50% positive response. While the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) was signed into law in April 2015 – nearly two years ago – the complexities associated with implementing the rule are still confusing to some, and simply haven’t been embraced by others. But with 2017 performance under MACRA set to impact Medicare payments, now is the time to learn about the topic, and the expert panel assembled by ACHE North Texas set the tone for doing just that.
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The discussion on future healthcare financing was moderated by Paul Aslin, vice president for Population Health at Wise Health System and chief operating officer for Wise Health Clinics. Panelists included Brad Helfand, managing director for Healthscape Advisors; Timothy Kennedy, Ppartner at Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C.; Erin Mastagni, senior manager at ECG Managed Care; and Dr. James Parker, internal medicine and primary care physician at Texas Health Care, PLLC. MACRA has several impacts, but most importantly it establishes new ways to pay physicians for caring for Medicare beneficiaries, and offers two payment tracks – The Meritbased Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and Alternative Payment Models (APMs). The panel shared their experience onboarding these options and offered insights on likely future expansion and adaptation of the payment models to Medicaid and commercial payers. Key takeaways from the discussion: •If you stayed ahead of the game and have been implementing quality measures, you should be in good shape. • If you haven’t, start now engage your physicians but do not place the administrative burden on them, consider local incentives but be aware of anti-kickback statutes, explore all types of revenue, and understand that in the future employer paid health insurance will use your scores to develop a network. To learn more, the panel recommends the CMS Quality Payment Program website www.qpp.cms.gov, and SA Ignite website www.saignite.com.
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Panel 2 – Mindful Leadership: Leading with Heart and Mind for Healthcare Leadership What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the ability to observe what is going on in the mind without judgement. It provides a sense of calm and improves empathy. At a leadership level, mindfulness makes employees feel valued, relevant and included. In short, mindful leadership is servant leadership. How is mindfulness and mindful leadership attained and applied? A thoughtful panel addressed these questions. The discussion on mindful leadership was moderated by Michael Sanborn,president of Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center in Fort Worth. Panelists included Kevin Stevenson, executive director at IntegraNet Health; and Dan Stover, leadership consultant for Integrated Leadership Systems. Understanding mindfulness is one thing, practicing it effectively is quite another. The panel offered techniques for practicing mindfulness and mindful leadership including meditation,
journaling, finding humor in situations, practicing nonjudgement, delaying engagement in challenging situations, and simply being present. The choice is personal, and may be driven by faith and spiritual beliefs. Studies show that mindfulness does have a positive impact on productivity and bottom line results in the work place. As a leader, establishing a mindful culture means ensuring your employees are both personally and professionally happy, passionate about what they do, and care for their coworkers. Mindfulness is contagious, and it all starts with you! For additional reading on mindfulness and mindful leadership, the panel recommends the UCLA Center for Mindfulness, books authored by Jon Kabat-Zinn, The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh, Jesus CEO by Laurie Beth Jones, First Break All the Rules by Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman, Level 5 Leadership by Jim Collins and Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson. ACHE North Texas sincerely appreciates UNT Health Science Center for hosting the event and thanks the members and panelists for the opportunity to discuss and debate the current healthcare environment as it relates to financing and leadership. For more information on future events, please visit us at achentx.org or send us an email at info@northtexas.ache.org.
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EVENT ENCORE
EVENT ENCORE
On Location Event: Secrets of Great HealthCare Organizations in Leading Change November 8, 2016
ACHE/HFMA Networking Event at Top Golf March 8, 2017 ACHE North Texas and the Lone Star chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) hosted a networking event for their members on March 8, 2017. Attendeed enjoyed networking and playing golf, which included the tips from a golf pro. More than 65 members registered for the event from both the associations. Attendees included committee members, all levels of careerists, and healthcare management students. Members actively networked to understanding each other’s expertise and industry. Attendees they appreciated the opportunity to networking and share stories.
Greg Butler, president of Caldwell Butler & Associates of McKinney, TX led a highly informative, interactive presentation on “Secrets of Great HealthCare Organizations in Leading Change”. 21 professionals attended the event on November 8th. Greg presented detailed and pertinent information which included case studies, group discussions, a power point presentation and lots of stories from his personal experiences.
Participants earned six face-to-face credits for attending the session. Caldwell Butler & Associates is a firm dedicated to improving hospital performance through the implementation of advanced quality methods. Butler is an expert in successfully leading transformational efforts and brings more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare field, having held leadership positions with some of the country’s leading healthcare manufacturers, service providers and performance improvement
consulting firms. His experience includes leadership positions with Abbott Laboratories, VHA and Cardinal Health.
The committee members of ACHE North texas and HFMA deeply appreciate Topgolf Dallas for its gracious hosting and delicious food and drinks. For more information on future events, please visit us at www.achentx.org or send us an email at info@northtexas.ache.org.
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EVENT ENCORE
New Horizons Educational & Networking Event February 15, 2017 A special educational opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students as well as early careerists and others in transition to hear a panel of local healthcare executives was held at Medical City Dallas Hospital.
Presenters Robert Earley, CEO, JPS Health Network Bob S. Ellzey, FACHE, President, Texas Health Azle Kent Helwig, CEO, Select Specialty Hospital Dallas-Garland Brett McClung, FACHE, Texas Health Division President John Phillips, President, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Jared Shelton, FACHE, President, Texas Health Allen Michael Wiggins, Administrator, Children’s Medical Center Plano
Event Calendar Saturday, May 6
Community Event at DME Exchange 9am-noon DME Exchange - Dallas
Monday, May 22
Breakfast with the CEO Michael Sanborn, FACHE
7:30-9am Baylor All Saints Medical Center-Ft Worth
Tuesday October 3
Women’s Event
7:30-9am La Cima Club - Las Colinas
Thursday, April 27
Annual General Membership Dinner
3-7:30 pm CHRISTUS Health- Incarnate Word Auditorium - Irving
Friday, May 19
North and East Texas ACHE Chapters Spring Education Summit 9am-4pm The Garden Event Center Terrell 819 W. Moore Avenue, Terrell, TX 75160
Tuesday, June 20
Membership & Networking: Rangers Vs. Blue Jays Game / Community Service 6:30pm Arlington
Tuesday October 17
Breakfast with the CEO: Jared Shelton 7:30-9am Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
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WELCOME ACHENTX’S NEWEST MEMBERS
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Donas H. Cole
Leslie A. Barden
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Steven A. Edgar
David D. Muggli
Jessica Daw Fuhrman
Brandy J. Frawley
Denise B. Elliott
Maria G. Murray
Janet S. Holland
Joshua A. Floren
Frederick A. Osborne
Karim Kaissi
Eric W. Pressonl
Martha R. Philastre
Jeffrey A. Light
James H. Sammons Jr.
Ashley K. Reid
Alice Masciarelli
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