Event Details

13th Annual Native American Healthcare Conference

June 6-7, 2023

Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA

Event Details

The 13th Annual Native American Healthcare Conference will be held on June 6-7, 2023 at Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA.

Healthcare directors, decision-makers, and Tribal Leaders will hear from the industry’s top experts on preventative disease, wellness, and other health-related topics facing Indian Country. Tribal communities generally experience numerous health disparities and are now among the most vulnerable and least resourced to address the current COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will learn about cutting-edge updates, the newest treatments, equipment, and opportunities, as well as discuss the current state of the industry and trends for the future.

We ensure our attendees get to know their peers and interact with one another throughout the event by providing a variety of engaging sessions, numerous networking opportunities, and impressive business solutions.

Four Conferences for the Price of One!
This event is being held in conjunction with our:

When you register for one, you will have access to all four conferences!

Who Should Attend:

Tribal Leaders
Indian Health Program Chief Executive Officers
Clinical Directors
Chief Medical Officers
CDE’s
Endocrinologists
Business Process Outsourcing Providers
Healthcare Software Providers
Nurse Consultants
Pharmaceutical and healthcare providers
Lawyers
Insurance Providers
Community Outreach Professionals
Purchasing Directors
IT Directors
Construction Companies & Architects specializing in Healthcare Facilities

TO SPEAK WITH A REPRESENTATIVE ABOUT ATTENDING, SPEAKING, EXHIBITING OR SPONSORING, PLEASE CALL US AT 201-857-5333 OR EMAIL SALES@NATIVENATIONEVENTS.ORG.

At Native Nation Events, we pride ourselves on offering best-in-class networking events in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. No need for suits and ties; business casual is the preferred dress code for our conferences.

Thank you to our Co-Chairs and Platinum sponsors for their continued support, dedication to knowledge, and drive to enhance the Native American community.

Register Now To Attend

For Tribal Representatives

Tribal Super Early Bird

$745

Expires 04/15

Tribal Early Bird

$845

Tribal Standard

$945

Group Rate (Four or more paid from same Tribe or entity)

Tribal Group Super Early Bird

$645

Expires 04/15

Tribal Group Early Bird

$745

Tribal Group Standard

$845

For Other Industry Professionals

Pro Super Early Bird

$845

Expires 04/15

Pro Early Bird

$945

Pro Standard

$1045

HOTEL INFORMATION

Pechanga Resort Casino

45000 Pechanga Parkway
Temecula, CA 92592
1-888-PECHANGA

Room Rate: $204 per night

Booking Code: 7374159

Room Cut-Off Date: May 4, 2023

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13th Annual Native American Healthcare Conference

June 6-7, 2023

Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA

Tuesday, June 6th, 2023

7:30 - 8:30 AM

Registration and Networking Breakfast

8:30-8:45 AM

Opening Remarks

Justin O'Connor

President | Native Nation Events

8:45 - 9:30 AM

Keynote

9:30-10:15 AM

Legislative Update: New and Pending Legislation and What It Means for Indian Country

10:15-10:45 AM

Morning Networking Break

10:45-11:00 AM

Healthcare Conference Co-Chair Remarks

Tammy Anderson, MA, FACHE

Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing | Longview Technology Solutions, Inc. (LTS) Health

11:00-12:00 PM

Moving Forward From the COVID-19 Global Pandemic

James Klas - Founder & Principal of KlasRobinson Q.E.D

Jim Klas - Moderator

Founder & Principal | KlasRobinson Q.E.D

OJ Fiander

CEO | Native Fitness

Dr. Diane Foley

Chief Medical Officer for Public Health | Longview Technology Solutions, Inc. (LTS) Health

How will communities move forward in the coming years with COVID still a potential threat?
How a stable funding stream for the IHS would allow funds to be dispersed quicker while enabling other health programs to efficiently manage budgets, coordinate care, and improve health outcomes for tribal communities.
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 will include almost $7 billion for IHS in the fiscal year 2023. – What does this mean for you?
What lasting achievements and healthcare advances came about during this crisis?

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Networking Lunch

1:00-2:00 PM

Healthcare Workers' Disparities and the Effect of Workplace Shortages

How does a lack of resources and providers affect your community’s access to care?
Why do the recruitment and retention of healthcare professionals continue to be challenging? Some examples are remote locations, pay, hiring processes, and limited equipment.
High physician turnover can create difficulties in developing trust between patients and providers. How can this be mitigated before it becomes a bigger problem?
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact frontline healthcare workers who worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic?

2:00-3:00 PM

Designing, Opening, and Running a Health Clinic From Start to Finish

Kate Grismala - Moderator

Director of Health Services | Blue Stone Strategy Partners

Mike Greentree

Field Vice President for Federal and Tribal Government Solutions | McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions

Kristie Madden

Laboratory Manager | United Indian Health Services

Red Fox Sanchez, MA, CRCS

Tribal Health Director |Three Affiliated Tribes - MHA Nation

What are the necessary steps in planning or updating a healthcare facility?
What is the importance of facility design in healthcare? How can culture be incorporated into your design?
Securing funding sources- internal, partnership with IHS, other grants or federal programs, etc.
How to effectively manage administrative duties and tasks while also focusing on patient care.

3:00-3:30 PM

Afternoon Networking Break

3:30-4:15 PM

Delivering Culturally Responsive Care in Tribal Nations: Addressing Native Health Disparities

Morgan Haynes - Moderator

President | Tribal Health

Whittney LaCroix

Chief Nursing Officer | Tribal Health

Matthew Kirk Tafoya

CEO | Indigenous Intervention

Michele Scott

Tribal Councilor | Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

The importance of training providers in culturally sensitive care.
Why incorporating traditional Tribal practices and ceremonies will be vital for building trust and long-term care solutions.
Instructing facility staff in critical care protocols and practices.
How to provide quality improvements for Joint Commission accreditation and CMS certification.
The benefits and importance of increasing the pipeline of Native American clinical professionals.

4:15-5:00 PM

Diabetes Prevention, Detection, and New Developments To Continue the Fight on What Many Refer to as a Plague in Indian Country

Stephen Amadio - Moderator

Field Vice President - Strategic Accounts Laboratory | McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions

Tracy Nelson

Area Diabetes Consultant | Indian Health Service

Michele Scott

Tribal Councilor | Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

OJ Fiander

Chief Executive Officer | Native Fitness

American Indian Alaska Native communities have historically had disproportionately higher rates of diabetes than other populations.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is investing $139 million in funding for the Fiscal Year 2023 Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) to provide diabetes prevention and treatment services for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Education and outreach programs like the SDPI are helping to implement evidence-based and community-driven strategies to prevent and treat diabetes in tribal communities.

5:00 PM

Day One Sessions Conclude

Wednesday June 7th

7:30-8:30 AM

Registration and Networking Breakfast

8:30-9:15 AM

TBD

9:15-10:00 AM

Understanding Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and How It Benefits Your Tribal Members’ Fight in Wound Care

Fabrizio Verdini

Healthcare Management Specialist | Biobarica

Understanding the fundamentals of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
What is hyperoxia? How does this therapy help?
Does it make sense to introduce hyperbaric systems in your care centers? How does it impact your bottom line?

10:00-10:30 AM

Morning Networking Break

10:30-11:15 AM

A Fresh Look at Board-Led Strategic Planning

Linda Summers, MBA, FACHE

Chief Operating Officer/Senior Principal | Via Healthcare Consultants

Karma Bass, MPH, FACHE

Managing Principal | Via Healthcare Consultants

The vision, mission, and values set the foundation for strategic planning.
Creating a process that engages key tribal stakeholders and honors their contributions
Ways to ensure the plan is dynamic, actionable, and progress measurable

11:15 - 12:00 pm

The Opioid Epidemic in Indian Country: Next Steps to Educating the Community on the Dangers of Opioid Use

Dr. Diane Foley

Chief Medical Officer for Public Health | Longview Technology Solutions, Inc. (LTS) Health

What effect does the opioid epidemic have on tribes?
In what ways has the COVID-19 pandemic affected substance abuse and addiction in Indian countries?
What are the leading causes of substance abuse and addiction?
Are prevention, support, and treatment programs in place to battle this disease?
How to create successful programs to combat the problem.

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Access to Mental Health Resources and Crisis Services

Shelby Rowe

Program Director for the Suicide Prevention Resource Center | OU Health Science Center

Todd Burnett, PsyD

Deputy Network Director | Veterans Integrated Services Network

Pamela End of Horn

National Suicide Prevention Consultant | IHS

Discuss solutions to increase access to quality mental and behavioral healthcare in Indian Country, such as increased broadband to reach telehealth services and resources.
How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the mental and behavioral health of tribal communities?
What is possible when Crisis Services within Indian Country focus on their communities’ needs and incorporate local customs and perspectives?
How to improve the capacity of states, tribes and other organizations to implement effective, comprehensive suicide prevention strategies and programs.
Discuss how to empower family, friends, and employees to utilize behavioral health resources.

1:00 PM

Healthcare Conference Concludes

Platinum Sponsors

Product Demonstration

Gold Sponsors

Exhibitors

If you’re interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to Dan O’Connor at dan@nativenationevents.org or call him at 201-857-5333 for additional details.

Tribal Healthcare Professionals, Government & Enterprise Representatives

“I already told my tribal leaders they must attend next year.”

Sharon Stanphill, Health Operations Officer, Cow Creek Tribe

“This is a very educational conference and you will definitely learn something new.”

Lisa Gomez, Board Coordinator, Gila River Health Care

“A great avenue to network and gain updated information on trends in the Healthcare industry.”

Wanda Manuel, Board of Director, Gila River Healthcare

“Great healthcare business-oriented conference!”

Karol Dixon, Health Services Director, Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe

“The information is very good for adding ideas to our communities and the resources to use in order to apply the idea’s.”

Leslie Moreno, Case Manager, YDWN

“Being at this conference as a speaker and attendee, you will gain a wealth of knowledge on what I have not thought about. We are all here to share and grow for our community to make them better. I encourage you to go.”

Thomas Yazzie, Master Fitness Specialist, San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corp.

“Great conference with a lot of information.”

Ray Ann Terry, Board Secretary, Sage Memorial Hospital

“Best experience ever, 2017 was my first time ever, and I’m back for 2018!”

Laurene Sarracino, CHR Program Manager, Pueblo of Laguna CHR Program

“Great place to network with others on the importance of advancing Native outreach.”

Amanda Rocha, Community Health Representative, Cold Springs Rancheria

“That the lineup of presenters was very informative and extremely valuable to you and your community and worthy of attending.”

Jenelle Howard, Council Member, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

“I would and have recommended this conference to many colleagues in Indian Country, simply stated its a chance to get a variety of knowledge in healthcare and share experiences when dealing with outside sources.”

Natalie Abeita, Administrator/Executive Director, Pueblo of Isleta Assisted Living Facility

“The choices of the conference and schedules were convenient to see and attend. I got a lot of good information from the keynote speakers and all the sessions I attended.”

Norma Sanchez | Business Council, Colville Confederated Tribes

“Definitely worth the investment! I enjoyed the conference and I’m taking valuable information home to my village. “

Jody Hatch | Deputy Health Director, Mt. Sanford Tribal Consortium

“NNE has listened to our needs and has provided possible resolutions we have voiced over the years. They provide a variety of topics that are focused on the here & now. The presenters are varied in the positions we need also they are knowledgable and experienced.”

Veronica Espinoza | Board of Directors, Riverside San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

“Very intimate, and we made great connections. I loved the ability to speak and establish credibility with the audience.”

James Ashford, Business Director, Vision Care Direct

“Great venue and important for contacts in the healthcare industry. All around a great event that attracts quality people who have important roles in healthcare.”

C. Kelley Thompson, RN PAC, Argentum Medical LLC

“Great opportunity for us to meet the remote facility personnel. Our company values the business and its challenges in working with the Indian Health System.”

Judy Stuckey, Clinical Specialist, Nuo Therapeutics

“Having a booth this year helped us reach more prospective clients than simply attending. The conference is a good opportunity to meet leaders from tribes, learn about their challenges with employee health plans and share ways we can help.”

Betsey Campbell, Employee Benefits Account Executive, IMA, Inc.