Session Descriptions


Session Descriptions


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Title: AI in Action: Transforming Health Administration Education with Real-World Cases
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Ashleigh Allgood, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Ganisher Davlyatov, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Date/Time: 
Thursday, June 6, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
 
Room: HB Plant D
Description:
This session discusses the dynamic role of AI in enhancing health administration education through real-world classroom activities. Presenters from multiple institutions will share practical examples of AI integration, highlighting innovative teaching, and evaluation methods and their impact on learning outcomes. The presentation will also feature valuable feedback from students and instructors, offering insights into the effectiveness and challenges of AI-enhanced education. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and inspiration to incorporate AI into their teaching, enhancing student engagement, and learning in the rapidly evolving field of health administration.

 

 

Title: AI in Higher Education: Unveiling Performance and Detectability
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Zahi Jurdi, Medical University of South Carolina
Kenneth Deans, Health Sciences South Carolina
Jillian Harvey, Medical University of South Carolina 
Jami Jones, Medical University of South Carolina
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 930 - 1030 AM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
This presentation explores a pioneering study assessing AI-generated versus human-generated graduate-level coursework. Attendees will gain insights into AI's effectiveness and its detectability by faculty and AI detection tools. The session, relevant to institutions navigating the technological advancements in education, will demonstrate AI's capabilities in real-time and discuss adaptation strategies. This study is critical for all educational institutions, particularly those like ours, which serve a diverse student population and are committed to maintaining academic integrity amidst rapid technological changes. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of AI's implications and strategies to adapt their teaching methods effectively.

  

 

Title:  AUPHA Awards Luncheon
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 12:30 - 2:00 PM

Room: HB Plant E/F
Description:
Come congratulate this year's prize winners! They will include the Gary L. Filerman Prize, John D. Thompson Prize, and Quint Studer Gratitude Prize for Teaching Excellence recipients. In addition, the AUPHA award recipients and Teaching Excellence Prize winners will be announced during this luncheon.

 

Title:  AUPHA Business Meeting
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 12:30 - 1:45 PM

Room: HB Plant E/F
Description:
Join AUPHA's President & CEO, Dan Gentry, PhD, MHA, and the incoming and outgoing Chair of the AUPHA Board of Directors, as they go over the past, present, and future of the Association.

 

Title:  AUPHA Doctoral Student Essay Competition in Health Services (Doctoral Track)
Session Type: Doctoral Track
Moderator:
Michele McGowan, King’s College
Presenter(s):
Pejmon Noghrehchi, The Ohio State University
Leighton Pitter, Medical University of South Carolina
Disha Sawhney, Medical University of South Carolina
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
This competition was designed to stimulate and demonstrate the ability of future scholars to identify and describe important issues and developments in the many disciplines represented across the academy; and to address implications of their findings and conclusions for both management practice and the teaching of the subject matter to students. Join the three essay winners as they review their submissions!

 

 

Title: AUPHA Program Certification Updates and Information Sharing
Session Type: Undergraduate Track Session
Presenter(s):
Dana Costea, Saint Joseph's University
Nailya Delellis, Central Michigan University
Courtney Haun, Samford University & DUTC NASA TOPS
Cristian Lieneck, Texas State University
Date/Time: 

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
Dive into the latest criteria updates for AUPHA undergraduate program certification in this informative session. Geared towards academic professionals and program administrators, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of the most recent changes to certification standards and requirements. Experts in the field will share valuable insights and practical tips to navigate the certification process successfully. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the expectations and benchmarks for program excellence, ensuring their programs align with AUPHA's rigorous standards. The session also offers a platform for participants to engage in active discussions, exchange experiences, and seek advice from peers and leaders in healthcare education. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your program's quality and prestige through informed certification strategies.

 

 

Title: AUPHA Undergraduate Certification Collaboration and Conversation Session
Session Type: Undergraduate Track
Presenter(s):
Jennifer Chubinski, Xavier University
Mitch Glavin, Stonehill College
Sarah Kercsmar, University of Kentucky
Jessica Williams, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Dimitrios Zikos, Central Michigan University
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
This session will include a diverse group of speakers, representing several AUPHA undergraduate member programs that have recently gone through certification. Each presenter will provide a short synopsis of their real-world experiences of the process, what to expect when preparing for certification, and additional areas they believe everyone should know. In addition to the presentations, there will be additional time for open discussion and Q&A.

 

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Title: Before Students Care How Much You Know: Practicalities Beyond the Pedagogy to Engage Online Students
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Peter Mallow, Xavier University
Kathleen Patenaude, University of New Hampshire
Richard Priore, Tulane University
Kathryn Wise, University of California, San Francisco
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
Engaging online students to create an inclusive and enriching learning experience is tantamount to their success. Research shows that developing a meaningful connection with students is correlated with increased retention rates. However, as more students seek the convenience, flexibility, and accessibility of online education, they increasingly report feeling more isolated and disconnected than their traditional in-person peers.  The high-tech enabled virtual classroom is not mutually exclusive to being high touch. Now more than ever, faculty need to make student engagement a priority through intuitive course design, thought-provoking content, and purposeful communications. This interactive, shared learning session explores effective instructor-driven tactics, techniques, and tips for developing a meaningful, productive, and sustainable connection with online students to support their success in and out of the virtual classroom.

 

 
Title: Better Together: Collaborating to Transform Healthcare Leadership and Accelerate Health Equity 
Moderator:
Antionette Smith-Epps, Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health
Panelists:
Jackie Hunter, American College of Healthcare Executives
Talore Gray-Peel, Institute for Diversity and Health Equity/American Hospital Association
Lisa Mallory, National Association of Health Services Executives
Isabelle Pacheco, The National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
The Better Together Healthcare Executive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Collaborative, made up of ACHE, AHA/IFDHE, NAHSE, NALHE, and AUPHA, aspires to increase leadership and management ranks of diverse individuals across the healthcare field; each organization brings unique perspectives and provides different, but complementary opportunities to engage.
Attendees will learn about each organization’s mission, membership, and primary programming; how the organizations work together to identify synergies to build momentum and coordinate DEIB and health equity focused activities; and, potential opportunities available to academic program faculty and students through membership and engagement.

 

 
Title: Bridging the Gap: Aligning PhD Training with Academic Realities in Health Management
Session Type: Doctoral Track
Presenter(s): 
Ganisher Davlyatov, Oklahoma University Health Science Center
Aizhan Karabukayeva, Oklahoma University Health Science Center
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
This presentation will examine the discrepancy between the preparation of PhD students in health management and the multifaceted demands of academic careers, particularly in teaching and service. Based on a review of 57 PhD programs, the study highlights the lack of systematic opportunities for doctoral students to develop essential teaching skills. With the increasing emphasis on diverse teaching modalities and technological advancements in education, this gap becomes more critical. Our findings show that among the 57 programs, few offer teaching assistantship opportunities, and only 5 have a designated training curriculum. This session is essential for academic stakeholders aiming to bridge this gap and enhance the readiness of future faculty in healthcare management.

 

 
Title: Busyness vs. Efficiency: How to be Impactful, Productive, and Positive
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Pia Woodley, Florida A&M University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
Often times, individuals say they are busy but is it really a misuse of time?  This session is designed to facilitate improved faculty mental health by sharing simple productivity tips for email and To-Do-Lists, as well as encourage positivity. Participants will (1) learn of an impactful tool to progress towards achieving personal, work, and community goals; (2) receive timely productivity tips; and (3) receive strategies to minimize stress levels so that one's encounter with others is positive, pleasant, and civil.

 

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Title:  CAHME Standards Update
Date/Time: 

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 7:00 - 7:50AM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
Join the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) leadership as they discuss and review accreditation criteria and operations updates. 

 

 
Title: Certification is a Certifiable Option for the Health Administration Curriculum
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Jeff Helton, University of Colorado Denver
Michele McGowan, Kings College
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
Industry certification content can be a useful and practical adjunct to today's health administration curriculum. This session will describe ways to leverage existing certification content to enhance health administration education. Come to this session to see the sources you can use for certification content, the value of certification to students, and to brainstorm ways to integrate certification into your curriculum.  As faculty, we can better prepare our students for the increasingly competitive job market not only with a degree but with industry credentials as well!

 

 
Title:  Competency Assessment Hack-a-thon! Crowdsourcing Ways to Assess Individual Student Competencies
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Lorena Bailey, Army-Baylor University
Lynn Downs, University of the Incarnate Word
Maureen Jones, University of Kentucky
Forest Kim, Baylor University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
Hack /hak/. Noun. A clever tip or technique for doing or improving something (Merriam-Webster, n.d.). Originally used among programmers to improve upon or create new software (Briscoe & Mulligan, 2014), hack-a-thons have been deployed across various industries including computer science, education, and healthcare to generate creative solutions to pressing problems. As challenges to assessing individual student competencies persist, the goal of this session will be to share existing assessments from four graduate health management programs, then crowdsource ideas amongst participants to develop a menu of methods that participants can select from and incorporate into their programs.

 

 
Title: Critical Thinking and Adaptive Leadership Competencies for Leading Through Disruptive Change
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Rigoberto Delgado, Texas Woman's University
Sandra Murdock, Texas Woman's University
Sandra Tyson, Texas Woman's University
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
Disruptive change in healthcare heightens the need for management training in critical thinking and adaptive leadership. Historically, educational institutions respond too slowly to the rapidly emerging needs of the healthcare sector, and bureaucratic factors limit the flexibility effective graduate school programs need. In our two-phase session, we first relate retrospective employer survey data to a thematic analysis of recent alumni survey regarding themes on current concerns, experienced change, and preparedness. We will then lead a discussion about how to implement competencies for leading through disruptive change in existing healthcare administration curriculum.

 

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Title:  Depolarizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Strategies and Solutions
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Rhonda BeLue, The University of Texas at San Antonio
Jacqueline Wiltshire, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3:00 - 4:15 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become a polarizing and contentious issue with many states passing or introducing legislation targeting DEI efforts in higher education. The polarization of DEI is influenced by legal, ideological, and cultural perspectives. Institutions must navigate these challenges carefully, considering these perspectives and their commitment to creating inclusive environments for students. Continued dialogue and education are essential to address misunderstandings and bridge gaps in perspectives. Communicating openly and finding common ground is critical to finding solutions that balance different concerns and perspectives in an anti-DEI environment. In this session, participants will (1) discuss legislation targeting DEI efforts in higher education; (2) summarize best practices in DEI and belonging in higher education; and (3) develop strategies to facilitate belonging in an anti-DEI environment.

 

 
Title:  Developing an Inclusive Excellence Model for Healthcare Management Education
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Leandra Celaya, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Nia Close, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Jessica Williams, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
We strive to be more inclusive in our teaching and to create environments where all learners can thrive.  We understand the importance of strategically infusing content and experiences related to DE&I and cultural intelligence throughout our programs - but how?   In this session, presenters will describe the multi-year, collaborative process they followed to create the inclusive excellence model (IEM) that can be applied across disciplines, formats, and programs.  Faculty leaders will share the content of the IEM and how it is being implemented to operationalize inclusive excellence on the academic department, program, and individual levels.  The session will also feature a student member of the IEM development team, who will share her perspective on preparing students to effectively contribute to and lead a diverse healthcare workforce.

 

 
Title: Development of Global Health Competencies in Health Management Education
Session Type: Global Track
Presenter(s):
Michelle Angeletti, Florida Gulf Coast University
Lesley Clack, Florida Gulf Coast University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
With the increasing globalization of healthcare, it has become even more important to focus on the development of global health competencies in students, such as cross-cultural awareness and communication skills. What better way is there to develop these skills in future leaders than to travel abroad?  This session will discuss the development of faculty-led healthcare study abroad programs in global health systems and comparative healthcare systems. Presenters will also discuss ways to overcome common challenges and helpful tips and resources that are beneficial to faculty seeking to develop study abroad programs.

 

 

Title: Disruption for Improvement: Community Perspectives on the Value of Accreditation and Certification

Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Mark Diana, Tulane University
Sherril Gelmon, Portland State University
Amy Yarbrough Landry, The University of Alabama-Birmingham
Steven Ullman, University of Miami
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:45 AM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
Collegial peer review focused on educational program improvement is the foundation of both accreditation and program certification. A Delphi study to develop and rank ideas on the value of accreditation in graduate health management education was conducted in the Fall of 2023 by a study team with long histories of leadership and involvement in both AUPHA and CAHME. The study developed consensus on priorities and offered all participants an equal voice in the process. This session invites participants to review and augment preliminary recommendations to AUPHA and CAHME to articulate opportunities for improvement in both program-level review and association/accreditor-level reviews. Session attendees are encouraged to review the Accreditation Delphi Discussion Document (February 2024) in advance of the session.

 

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Title: Empowering Diversity: Exploring Intersectional Theory in Healthcare Administration and Management Policy
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Danny Schieffler, Sacred Heart University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
This session explores the concept of intersectionality within the context of healthcare administration. Intersectionality recognizes that individuals experience multiple forms of oppression and privilege that intersect and interact with each other, shaping their unique experiences and identities. Understanding and addressing intersectionality is crucial for healthcare administrators to promote equity, inclusivity, and quality care delivery. This session will examine the impact of intersectionality on healthcare disparities, workforce diversity, and patient outcomes. It also explores strategies for integrating intersectionality into healthcare administration practices, including recruitment and retention, cultural competence training, and policy development. By recognizing and addressing intersectionality, healthcare administrators can enhance the effectiveness and responsiveness of healthcare organizations, ultimately improving the health outcomes of diverse populations.

 

 
Title: Engaging Students on Environmental Sustainability Topics Using Simulations
Session Type: Global Track
Presenter(s):
Ryan Armbruster, University of Minnesota
Andrew Garman, Rush University
Christy Harris Lemak, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
With the World Health Organization describing climate change as the "number one issue facing humanity," governments and accrediting bodies are increasingly expecting healthcare leaders to aggressively reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GGE) in their organizations. It is a topic that faculty and students alike are seeking good ways to learn more about, within the constraints of curricula already tightly packed with essential topics.  This session will showcase the experiences of faculty from three universities in successfully applying computer-based simulations to bring healthcare sustainability topics into their curricula.

 

 
Title: Exploring the Emergence of AI in Graduate Health Administration
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Barbara Cliff, American Public University System
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
This session will share the highlights of a research study conducted in 2024 on the use of artificial intelligence in health administration programs in the US. This exploratory study surveyed CAHME-accredited graduate healthcare program directors on their current and future use of AI to determine best practices and strategies in maximizing academic rigor while minimizing academic integrity concerns. This session will describe the top responses for the research questions regarding assessment modifications, course development, and student usage of AI. Participants won't want to miss the opportunity to also share their best practices in navigating the use of AI in their health administration programs!

 

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Title: Fake News Busters: Empowering Students with the Media Bias Chart
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Theresa Burkhart, Loyola University Chicago
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
As change may be the only constant in healthcare, success in healthcare administration relies on developing habits to keep up with current events that impact the overall healthcare delivery system, organizations, workers, patients, and communities. The growth of digital news sources has made it easier than ever to access information, but there has also been an expansion of sources that lack factfulness and/or political neutrality. Faculty have an important role in guiding students to develop media literacy, supporting them to become informed leaders who foster civil and productive discourse about the important events of their time. This session introduces the "Media Bias Chart” and how it can be used in classes to empower students to become "fake news busters."

 

 
Title: FastTrack Learning: Mastering Adaptability in Just 300 Seconds
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Jillian Harrington, University of Central Florida
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description: 
Students approach health administration programs with differing backgrounds, learning styles, and skill sets. Adaptive learning systems can be utilized to help personalize learning experiences for students, helping to meet the students where they are as opposed to a single approach or teaching style.  In our short session, we will discuss the basics of adaptive learning systems as well as the benefits of adaptive learning for student engagement and retention.

 

 
Title: From Insight to Action: Leveraging Site Visit Experiences for Program Transformation
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s):
Lesley Clack, Florida Gulf Coast University
Jean Gordon, University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Dawn Oetjen, University of Central Florida
Eric Richardson, University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Date/Time: 

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3:00 - 4:15 PM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
Unlock the power of certification/accreditation site reviews to revolutionize your educational programs! This session offers a dynamic exploration of how being a site reviewer can ignite innovation and reshape educational practices. Engage with firsthand experiences highlighting certification/accreditation insights as a catalyst for educational transformation. We will tackle the pivotal question: "How can insights from certification/accreditation site reviews drive innovation and transformation in educational programs?" This focused inquiry aligns with our theme and promises a deep dive into practical applications and strategies derived from these unique experiences. Expect an interactive session filled with firsthand experiences and actionable strategies, all aimed at enhancing your programs. Join us to discover how certification/accreditation site visit experiences can be your key to a reimagined, reinvented, and transformed educational landscape.

 

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Title: Graduate Programs Breakfast Meeting
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 8:00 - 9:15 AM

Room: HB Plant E/F
Description:
The Graduate Program Breakfast will open with a short review of the year and general announcements. The remainder of the session will focus on: 1) Delphi Study on the Value of Accreditation, 2) 2024 Health Administration Faculty Survey Highlights, and 3) AUPHA Strategic Planning for 2025 and Beyond. There will be some time at the end of the session for open discussion with members.

 

 
Title: Growing Executive Programs
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Steven Howard, The University of Alabama Birmingham
Karen Volmar, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Kristin Wilson, University of Iowa
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
Over the last five years, many executive MHA programs have experienced a decline in student applications.  Healthcare workers across functional areas were challenged during the COVID pandemic and continue to be challenged by employee burnout, turnover, and worker shortages. The remaining potential executive MHA population is shifting and accelerated online programs are proliferating, offering less demanding options for potential students. These changes are also leading to a shift in student expectations relating to program modality - particularly hybrid or in person components and workload.   Three institutions will discuss data around the shift in populations and expectations as well as how they are responding to these shifts through new recruitment strategies and revised modality strategies for executive students.

 

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Title: Health Services and Policy Research Doctoral Programs: Charting the Course Ahead in an Era of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity
Moderator: 
Karoline Mortensen, University of Miami
Presenter(s):
Denise Anthony, University of Michigan
Allyson Hall, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Jami Jones, Medical University of South Carolina
Nir Menachemi, Indiana University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3:00 - 4:15 PM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description: 
This panel discussion will explore the forces that influence and shape missions, emphases, content, and competencies in academic doctoral education and training programs, including health industry trends, the health policy environment, job markets, and employer and other stakeholder needs. Given the degree to which both the health and higher education industries face high levels of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, what are the implications for academic programs, academic leaders and faculty, and students and alumni? What should be the response and how might the academy get ahead of these forces with regard to strategic positioning; faculty workforce challenges; priorities for faculty and student research agendas; and aligning program missions, content, and competencies with the needs of the academy, industry, government, and other health services and policy research-oriented employers?

 

 
Title: How Are We Preparing Future Healthcare Leaders for ESG Framework Adoption?
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Ed Bell, University of South Carolina
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks, adopted widely across corporate sectors, are yet to be fully realized assets for healthcare organizations. Leveraging this approach to deliberate, transparent social responsibility is key to ensuring sustainable health systems. Little is known about the integration of this topic into health administration program curricula. This session seeks to provide baseline contextual knowledge regarding ESG frameworks in healthcare as well as use audience polling to engage participants in a discussion of how this topic is or is not being introduced into academic programs.

 

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Title: Insights and Best Practices for Engaging Practitioner Scholars in the Healthcare Administration Curriculum
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Jack Buckley, Texas A&M University
Dan Fisher, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Robbya Green-Weir, Florida A&M University
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
This in-person interactive, presentation-style session invites participants to identify and discuss various approaches to engage practitioner scholars in healthcare administration programs to ensure students can access current practitioner experiences while enhancing networking and career development opportunities. This session will summarize outcomes of a recent practitioner-scholar survey and discuss novel ways and best practices - including but not limited to guest lectures, panel discussions, interviews, and on-site visits - to ensure programs, faculty, and students remain current with their knowledge and practice in the field, appreciating the changing needs of a healthcare administrator.  Through this session, faculty will garner increased perspectives to prepare students better to develop the critical competencies of healthcare leaders and gain critical insights into the changing dynamics of the career.

 

 
Title: Iterative Improvement to Student Advising and Mentoring
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Michael Rozier, Saint Louis University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
For academic program areas in need of improvement, it can be tempting to try and jump immediately to the ideal, final version of the activity. While that is sometimes possible, it is more likely that a planned, iterative process for improvement will lead to success. Student advising/mentoring was identified as an area that our program wanted to improve, so we created a multi-semester plan of action that was/will be modified as we move through the improvement process. This session will describe our process, the steps that have been achieved, and those yet to come. Participants will be invited to consider what areas of their program could benefit from this type of step-wise improvement and what might be essential to helping them begin the process.

 

 
Title: International Student Job Placement
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Cathy Bartell, Cornell University
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
The Cornell Sloan Program will share two key approaches they advise International Students to utilize to find organizations that will accept student visas (OPT and CPT) and later provide H1B sponsorship. As a result of this session, participants will (1) understand why it may be helpful for international students to lean into higher order thinking courses such as those related to STEM; (2) understand why international students may want to target rural non-profits, instead of popular city-based employers; and (3) learn how international students used very different approaches to place themselves with US based companies.

 

 
Title: Interprofessional Education: Building Professional Readiness through Student and Faculty Collaboration
Session Type: Undergraduate Track
Presenter(s):
Natalia Rekhter, Governors State University
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
This session describes the interdisciplinary collaboration of faculty from the Governors State University College of Health and Human Services aimed at providing students from seven undergraduate programs - addiction studies, communication disorders, health administration, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and social work - with an opportunity to experience an inter-collegiate collaboration and acquire core interdisciplinary competencies required by the contemporary workforce.  Eighty-four students were engaged in the online Interprofessional Learning Experience that included a panel discussion with healthcare professionals, a simulation case with medical, financial, and social information, a small team's problem-solving activities, and follow-up debriefings with students and faculty. This interdisciplinary collaboration allowed students to gain clarity on the roles of other professionals in addressing complex real-life issues encountered in various healthcare settings.

 

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Title: Leading Through a Lens of Equity: Developing an Inclusive Leadership Competencies Assessment Tool
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Molly Lowe, American College of Healthcare Executives
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) publishes an annual Healthcare Executives Competencies Assessment Tool that serves as an instrument for healthcare leaders to use in assessing their expertise in critical areas of healthcare management. While comprehensive in nature, the competencies in the tool were derived from job analysis surveys, which have historically been void of significant content on diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, the ACHE Board of Governors identified the need to develop a unique tool to support ACHE members and the broader healthcare community in fostering inclusive cultures and leading through a lens of equity. Created using an expert-led process and bolstered by current research evidence on what works to advance care for diverse populations, the goal of this Inclusive Leadership Competencies Assessment Tool is to assist individuals and teams in identifying areas of strength and development for advancing this important work. This session will explore ACHE’s process for developing the tool, including methods, identified gaps, and lessons learned. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how competencies are generated, and how they can be used for self-reflection as well as personal and professional development.

 

 
Title: Less is More: Simplify Teaching to Advance Mental Health
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Sarah Kercsmar, University of Kentucky
Zachary Pruitt, University of South Florida
Patrick Shay, Trinity University
Edward Schumacher, Trinity University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
As educators, we do a lot! There can be so much to cover in our courses and so many demands on our time, it's easy to get caught up continually striving to force "more" into our teaching efforts. Not only is this overwhelming, it also diminishes the effectiveness of our instruction. This session welcomes all of us who feel these pressures to ask: How might we reimagine our teaching so that "less is more"? Drawing from the concept of Backward Design, we will share how simplifying our teaching can improve student and instructor mental health. Building from our varied experiences, we will demonstrate how collaborative and interprofessional education approaches can foster more enjoyable, efficient, sustainable, and holistic student learning.

 

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Title: Morning Yoga
Instructor:
Gerry Ibay, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4th & Wednesday, June 5th, 6:30 - 7:30 AM

Room: Adamo (Third Floor)
Description:
Join Gerry Ibay, as he leads Morning Yoga during the AUPHA Annual Meeting. No experience needed! All yoga poses are modifiable and optional and everyone is welcome regardless of fitness level or yoga experience! Bring an open mind, a sense of adventure, a yoga mat (towels will be provided if needed), and water. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes.  Namaste!

 

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Title: Organization and University Partnership: Building Talent and Shaping Tomorrow's Risk Management Workforce
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Katie Carlson, American Society for Health Care Risk Management
Troy Collins, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
Elaine Purdy, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
This session will provide a real-life example of a successful educational partnership with the American Society of Healthcare Risk Management (AHSRM) and FranU. Due to the pandemic and the highlight on risk management, careers in this field have grown significantly and a talent gap exists. This presented an opportunity to provide students with job ready skills in this area along with the AHSRM national certificate in risk management. All three founders (university program director, ASHRM educational director, and health system vice-president for risk management) will be present to walk you through the steps taken to form the partnership, develop the three-course curriculum and deliver the first-year program.  Each founder will give their perspective, and insights on the partnership, the educational model, and the future of the program.

 

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Title: Recognizing and Embracing Diversity in Healthcare Settings: Hands on Activities
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Erlyana Erlyana, California State University - Long Beach
Linda Martinez, California State University - Long Beach
Henry O'Lawrence, California State University - Long Beach
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
This will be an interactive presentation focusing on being aware and respectful of the variety of cultures that exist in today's world. Discussions will include ways to recognize the various cultures and define both their differences and their similarities. Educators and leaders in today's world must have strategies in their repertoire of methods and skills to incorporate diversity acknowledgment and training into their daily activities.  The session includes exercises that help the attendees identify their own biases and how to address one's biases. The speakers will discuss proven strategies that address the successes and the potential difficulties of incorporating diversity into the individual's skills and teaching methods.  This will be a high energy, informative, and fun presentation!

 

 
Title: Reevaluating Professionalism: A Contemporary Approach to Professionalism Curriculum in Health Administration 
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Christian Betancourt, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Kasi Chu, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Beth Hawks, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Marlene Sanchez, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
This session will describe the various approaches one institution took to reevaluate and integrate professionalism into the educational programming throughout their university. Health Administration requires proficiency in multiple competency domains; however, little attention is paid to professionalism regarding the current societal and classroom dynamics. Currently, the American College of Healthcare Executives lays out its expectations of professionalism for Healthcare Services Managers and the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education also requires accredited programs in Health Administration to develop student competency in professionalism. While these standards on professionalism signal their significance to the profession, educational institutions need to take additional action to reevaluate how their professionalism curriculum is taught and assessed, especially given the ever-changing factors that contribute to classroom and workplace dynamics.

 

 
Title: Reimagine Educating Research Methods by Utilizing Generative AI Properly and Ethically
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Yong-Taek Min, Florida Gulf Coast University
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
This session delves into the experiences and perceptions of students utilizing Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, in their research methods class. In undergraduate online research methods courses, students initially independently outline their literature review papers on a topic of their choice. Subsequently, students repeat the same task employing Generative AI. Following this, students compare their personally generated outlines with those produced by the AI, exploring how they utilized Generative AI, the challenges they encountered, the advantages and disadvantages of incorporating AI in this activity, and ways to employ this technology in research that are both proper and ethical.

 

 
Title: Reimagine, Reinvent, Transform: Adapting Higher Education Through AI
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Jean Gordon, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Reid Oetjen, University of Central Florida
Dawn Oetjen, University of Central Florida
Eric Richardson, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
This deep dive session will explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping healthcare management education. We aim to reimagine and reinvent the way future healthcare administrators are trained by integrating AI into the healthcare administration curriculum, thus equipping them with the skills necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. As a result of attending this session, participants will be able to (1) recognize the role of AI in enhancing healthcare management education; (2) identify methods for integrating AI into teaching and learning experiences; and (3)  discuss the benefits and opportunities for integrating AI into teaching and learning experiences.

 

 
Title: Reimagining How We Develop Leaders to Accelerate Healthcare's Digital and Patient-Focused Transformation
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Sue Boren, University of Missouri
Christy Lemak, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 9:30 - 10:45 AM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
The healthcare industry, like many others, has undergone digitization of core processes but hasn't achieved full digital transformation. Industry challenges are magnified by the pandemic's strain on already limited human and financial resources. The entry of new market players, such as retail giants and digital health startups, coupled with the rapid growth of generative AI, has heightened complexity.  A recent study involving 50 C-suite executives from 33 health systems revealed that incumbent leaders typically fall into two categories: "operations-focused" (trained in health administration programs) or "technology-focused." (trained in health informatics programs). This session will reimagine the training of leaders who can effectively drive organizational transformation. It will explore improvements in faculty, competency models, curricula, and experiential learning to nurture digitally savvy healthcare leaders.

 

 
Title: Results of a Qualitative Case Study: Adopting AI in Faculty Teaching Methodologies
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
David Ober, Clarks Summit University
David Wolf, Lynn University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
In an era marked by swift AI advancements and a generation of digital-native students, this session spotlights the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing teaching methods. The session is anchored based on a study examining faculty utilization of AI in pedagogy and its impact on learning outcomes. Participants will gain insights into boosting student engagement, customizing learning experiences, and enhancing instructional efficacy utilizing AI. The session will feature cutting-edge technological practices in education, offering concrete examples of successful AI implementation in academic settings. Challenges in adoption, resources for faculty integration, and strategies for curriculum and assessment redesign will also be discussed. This presentation aims to motivate educators towards effective AI integration, fostering collaboration and commitment to ethical practices in AI-based healthcare administration education.

 

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Title: Show Me the Value: Preparing Leaders to Manage Health and Financial Risk
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Jean Abraham, University of Minnesota
Theresa Burkhart, Loyola University Chicago
Saleema Karim, Virginia Commonwealth University
Michael Richards, Cornell University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 9:30 - 10:45 AM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
This session invites participants to engage in approaches for developing students' competencies for population health management in the context of value-based arrangements. Today, more than 36% of privately and publicly insured populations are covered under value-based arrangements (Health Care Payment Learning and Action Network, 2024). The session begins with a brief overview of value-based arrangements and the need for leaders to develop competencies spanning finance, quality, strategy, policy, and change management. Participants will then engage in a novel tabletop simulation activity about a provider organization entering into a bundled payment arrangement. The session ends with a debrief, where participants discuss best practices for teaching and assessing population health management and value-based arrangements in the classroom. A follow-up resource list will also be provided.

 

 
Title: Student Changes & Challenges: A Critical Examination of Graduate Education Across Cultures
Session Type: Global Track
Presenter(s):
Michael Costello, University of Central Florida
Bernardo Ramirez, University of Central Florida
Daniel J. West, University of Scranton
Steven Szydlowski, University of Scranton
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 10:45 - 11:45 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
The Chronicle of Higher Education has addressed issues about student selection, DEI, rising tuition, higher educations costs and benefits, and future academic disruption. Informed discussions with graduate faculty at AUPHA, ACHE, and EURAM meetings suggest there are changing needs of incoming graduate students requiring adjustments to teaching methods, and increased requests for personal accommodations. More importantly, faculty concerns have focused on fit-for-the-profession, a lack of social skills, changing values, weaker communication and interpersonal skills (soft skills). The presentation has a basic question to be discussed. Are these changes and challenges similar in graduate health education programs in other countries and cultures?  Drawing upon established university-based partnerships in Brazil, Mexico, Slovakia, and Georgia, a panel of international graduate faculty will share and discuss personal observations.

 

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Title: Tackling The 800-pound Gorilla: Where, When, And How Should Competencies be Assessed?
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Allyson Hall, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Maureen Jones, University of Kentucky
Forest Kim, Baylor University
Banky Olatosi, University of South Carolina
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
Universities use competency measurement as a way to assess learner progress and program effectiveness. It's a challenge to determine the appropriate level and approach to meet assessment needs without creating a drain on resources. Faculty from four universities with different program formats and target audiences will share current practices, challenges, and opportunities in assessing student competency attainment. Then, session participants will participate in a mini-Delphi method activity to explore the future of student competency attainment assessment. Participants need no prior experience in the method or expertise in the area. The goal of the session is to gain insight and input from higher education faculty on the most effective and feasible approaches.

 

 
Title: The Case Collaborative - Reinventing the Traditional Case Competition Experience
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Christian A. Betancourt, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
M. Paige Powell, Virginia Commonwealth University
Brenda Helen Sheingold, George Mason University
Maria Uriyo, George Mason University
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
In November 2023, five universities' MHA Programs piloted an educational case competition composed of intercollegiate student teams. The faculty from these programs worked together to design the competition, including educational content, leadership roles, time frame, and scoring rubric. A post-acute care company provided the case to teams of three first-year students, with each team member representing a different program. During this three-day event, students had an introductory dinner and team-building session in a local Escape Room, participated in educational sessions delivered by faculty from the respective programs, and then had one afternoon and evening to prepare their case analyses. The five teams presented their strategies to external reviewers who were experts in innovation, systems management, and subacute care on the final day of the Collaborative.
In this session, participants (1) will be able to differentiate between a case competition and case collaborative, and how the latter process enhances inter-collegiate and interprofessional education; (2) will discover how to incorporate innovative and collaborative teaching, service, and scholarship through the development of a case collaborative; and (3) will learn through the provision of mixed-methods evidence that was collected and the lived experience of participating MHA Program Directors to understand the strengths and challenges of establishing a collaborative in their own region.

 

 
Title: The Demise of Traditional Assignments: Embracing New Frontiers with ChatGPT and AI
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Hanadi Hamadi, University of North Florida
Jeff Harrison, University of North Florida
Frederick Kates, University of Florida
LaRee Moody, University of North Florida
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
This presentation will explore the shift in academic assignments brought about by ChatGPT and AI, leading to the obsolescence of traditional written work. We will illustrate how ChatGPT has revolutionized student deliverables, requiring the creation of new assignment types that harness use of AI or utilize it to improve written work. We have surveyed students to understand their frequent use of ChatGPT and AI, and assessed how often ChatGPT and AI has been used for written assignments (ie. Papers, Reflections, Discussion Posts). Attendees will gain valuable insights into the imperative of reimagining academic tasks in light of AI's transformative influence.

 

 
Title: The Learning Lab: Introducing the Healthcare Management Field through On-Site Immersion Experiences
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Matt Anderson, University of Minnesota
Katie White, University of Minnesota
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
Co-instructors describe an in-person "learning laboratory" course in which newly enrolled healthcare management graduate students travel to a variety of healthcare organizations and interact with their executives. Students learn about the organizations' missions, leadership and management roles, organization cultures, market strategies, and current challenges. Executives share their career paths, leadership philosophies, and priorities for their organization's future success. Local market organizations are invited to partner with the co-instructors in developing dynamic experiences that showcase their organization and its sector of the region's healthcare ecosystem; healthcare delivery and/or payment reform innovations; and community outreach and engagement. This retooled course uses a flipped classroom style in which student teams conduct research and present findings prior to the on-site experiences with leaders.

 

 
Title: The Opportunity for Universities to Grow the Profession of Senior Living Leadership
 
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Douglas Olson, Vision Centre
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant C
Description:
One of the things that is widely accepted in this country is that our population is aging, and that shift is creating a greater need for our senior care settings and service organizations. A critical need is the talent supply to help lead and manage these organizations across the broad spectrum of aging services. The Vision Centre: Leadership Development for Aging Services is working to advance relationships between universities and providers, and help build robust, sustainable academic leadership programs that promote and support the field of aging services. This initiative is focused on coordinating partnerships, promoting this profession, and providing resources to grow the landscape of universities with academic programs across the country. Join this session to hear more about the Centre’s exciting progress.   

 

 
Title: Transforming Curriculum: Reinventing Healthcare Administration Education with Micro-Credentialing, Badging, and Stackable Courses
Session Type: Deep Dive Session
Presenter(s): 
Amy Dore, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Beverly Reimer, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Room: HB Plant A/B
Description:
Alternative competency-based curriculum options are gaining popularity, offering effective ways to evaluate students based on their individual learning styles and needs. Micro-credentialing, badging, and stackable courses can be used as entry points for academic programs or to enhance existing portfolios. This interactive session aims to explore how faculty can integrate relevant competencies into their teaching methodologies. The central question is: "How can healthcare administration education be revolutionized through micro-credentialing, badging, and stackable courses?" This engaging session is far from a traditional lecture and allows participants to explore innovative programming. The goal is to explain how academic programs can recover from the post-pandemic slump, boost enrollment, and attract new students through creative approaches.

 

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Title: Undergraduate Programs Breakfast Meeting
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 8:00 - 9:15 AM

Room: HB Plant E/F
Description:
The Undergraduate Program Breakfast will open with an overview of the Undergraduate Track at the Annual Meeting, as well as some general announcements. The remainder of the session will focus on two main topics: 1) recent changes to the Undergraduate Certification process and 2) AUPHA's strategic planning process. There will be some time at the end of the session for open discussion with members.

 

   

Title: Using a Simulation Tool to Engage Students in Change Management
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Ashleigh Allgood, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Nancy Borkowski, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Kai-Wen Cheng, Governors State University
Lynn Downs, University of the Incarnate Word
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
Creative teaching strategies and delivery methods as well as student perceptions and expectations of learning experiences in higher education are rapidly evolving. Screen-based learning has been endorsed for higher education, offering opportunity to apply learned theoretical concepts to practice during a real-time experience  This session will describe a creative and engaging option for teaching change management decision making to students of multiple disciplines.

 

 
Title: Using an Innovative Peer-Review Software to Improve Gen Zs Struggle with Feedback
Session Type: Education Session
Presenter(s):
Keith Benson, University of Florida
Hanadi Hamadi, University of North Florida
Frederick Kates, University of Florida
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Room: Ybor IV
Description:
In an era where effective collaboration is vital, this session is a must-attend for educators seeking to empower students with essential skills for the modern workforce. With a focus on Generation Z, participants will uncover groundbreaking strategies to address these students' challenges in giving and receiving feedback. Exploring an innovative peer-review software, FeedbackFruits, this session offers a unique solution applicable across disciplines and academic levels. Learn how AI-driven real-time feedback suggestions revolutionize peer evaluations, fostering collaboration and addressing the demands of Gen Z, known for shorter attention spans and transparency expectations. Attendees will gain insights into tangible outcomes, including enhanced collaboration, shared responsibility, and improved career-ready skills. Join us to reimagine education, reinvent peer evaluations, and equip students for success in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

 

 
Title: Unleashing the Power Within:  Transformative Strategies to Nurture Self-Belief in Doctoral Students
Session Type: Doctoral Track
Presenter(s): 
Linda Mast, National University
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: Ybor I/II
Description:
This interactive educational session will explore and highlight internally perceived barriers to completing a dissertation that doctoral students experience. Modern doctoral students represent shifts in societal demographics and diverse learner needs and preferences. This is particularly evident in how self-efficacy impacts progress toward dissertation completion. Participants engage in lively brainstorming and feedback on a proposed innovation in faculty/student relationships to overcome barriers to success. An evidence-based historical framework presenting myths and facts will start the conversation. A proposed strategy and model that draws from the psychology discipline and potential application of group therapy techniques will be the focus of the conversation.

 

 
Title: Utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Improve Disease Detection in Healthcare Environments
Session Type: Conversation and Collaboration Session
Presenter: 
Garvita Thareja, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Date/Time:

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
Recently, the emergence of AI has made its way into every day's healthcare lexicon. AI is being used in various scenarios such as physician to patient communication, disease discovery, and medical transcription. The amount of data being used is expensive and expansive, but there is little known about the utilization of AI in disease detection. Limited studies have been done to understand this association and little is even known from the experts in healthcare who use this technology frequently. From the interprofessional collaboration of a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), a public university in the West, and with faculties/students, primary research was conducted to investigate if artificial intelligence can help in improving disease detection.

 

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Title: Value of Integrating Case Competitions in Undergraduate Health Administration Programs
Session Type: Undergraduate Track
Presenter(s):
Brian Cottle, Weber State University
LaRee Moody, University of North Florida
Heather Lee, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Lindsay Loewer, Medical University of South Carolina
Date/Time:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Room: HB Plant D
Description:
Case Competitions are a regularly known concept among graduate health administration programs.  However, in recent years, AUPHA-certified programs have expressed a need for case competitions to be integrated in undergraduate health administration curriculum.  Learn how one program found a solution for this need. Hear from undergraduate program coaches regarding their team selection, competition preparation, financial investment, and overall experience.
 

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Title: Welcome Lunch
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 12:15 - 1:00 PM (Lunch service starts at 12:00Noon)

Room: HB Plant E/F
Description:
Join everyone for the opening lunch, which precedes the Pattullo Lecture by Sue Lehrman, MPH, PhD, Professor of Entrepreneurship, School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Rowan University.
 

   

Title: Welcome Reception
Date/Time:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 4:30 - 5:30 PM

Room: HB Plant Prefunction Area & Ybor Prefunction Area
Description:
All attendees are welcome to join us for some drinks and refreshment to close out the first day of the 2024 AUPHA Annual Meeting!
 

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