2012 Conferences

Hungry for How To's?
This Conference is for You!
Join colleagues from WA, OR, ID,
MT, and AK to share strategies
best practices, project models,
and success stories. CAH Conference

Cohesive, Community, Collaboration.
Now in our 10th & 25th years, the focus is on “C’ing” the future while celebrating the past through sharing proven tips, tools, methods or initiatives. The need for Cohesive, Community Collaboration has never been greater as we continually navigate change.

The Exhibit Hall is "where the best conversations are had." Join colleagues from WA, OR, ID, MT, and AK to share strategies best practices, project models, and success stories.

Jo Bujak, MD, will Prepare us for Physician Payment Reform. Dr. Bujak co-authored the book, "Leading Transformational Change: The Physician-Executive Partnership." View all Breakout Sessions

Enjoy visiting at Tuesday’s Reception.
Join colleagues from WA, OR, ID, MT, and
AK to share strategies best practices,
project models, and success stories. See all CAH Sessions

WRHA Awards presented Wednesday.
Join colleagues from WA, OR, ID, MT, and
AK to share strategies best practices,
project models, and success stories

Hungry for How To's? This Conference is for You!
Get ready to be inspired by Bridegport School’s presentation on “Schools & Communities – A Partnership for HOPE” Read more

“Navigating Tough Times . . .”
Bill Charney will facilitate this closing plenary panel for the NW CAH Conference.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS...NEXT YEARS DATES ARE IN!! MARCH 19 & MARCH 20-21, 2013

Schedule for NW CAH Conference
Schedule for NW Rural Health Conference
Session Handouts Available For Download
(click on respective Conference "Session Calander" tab for detailed instructions)

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Pre-Conference Workshops

Rural Health Information Technology Capital Workshop - FULL
- Background Information (click on each link to download)
  - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9
  - Brochure, IRPF Fact Sheet, REDLG Fact Sheet
  - PPT Handout #1, PPT Handout #2, PPT Handout #3, PPT Handout #4
- Health Information Exchange Panel: Regional Projects Aimed at Creating an Integrated Patient Medical Record

Reception

Join us Tuesday at 5 p.m. for the well-attended joint conference reception to meet and catch up with colleagues from around the Northwest. Sponsored by Red Lion Hotel.

Scholarships

7 Scholarships awarded by lottery and accompanied with 1 night lodging for the NW Rural Health Conference. Indicate interest on registration form. Deadline Feb 24th, 2012.

WRHA Awards

Nominate Now! Recognize your associates for their contributions to rural health. Deadline is March 2nd.

WA Rural Health Association General Meeting: Wed., March 14, 4:45 - 6 p.m.
All states welcome to attend. Includes election of board members.

WRHA Board of Directors Meeting: Thurs., March 15, Noon - 3 p.m.
Nominations Letter
Awards Nomination Form

Newcomer Ambassadors

Newcomer Ambassadors help first-time NW Rural Health Conference attendees navigate the conference and get the most out their time. Tell us if this is your first conference on the registration form.

Walk/Run