Name
10. Innovative Approaches to Improve the Welfare of Patients and Employees Alike
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Speakers
Nancy Beran, MD, MHCDS, FACP, CPE, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer, Ambulatory, Northwell Health
Caroline Campbell, MPH, Director, Neurosciences and Orthopedics, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Greg Chasson, PhD, ABPP, Associate Professor, Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Interventions, OCD and Related Disorders Clinic, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Chicago Medicine
Stephen Merz, FACHE, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Sheppard Pratt Solutions
Dennis Sunderman, System Director, People Integrations, CommonSpirit
Caroline Campbell, MPH, Director, Neurosciences and Orthopedics, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Greg Chasson, PhD, ABPP, Associate Professor, Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Interventions, OCD and Related Disorders Clinic, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Chicago Medicine
Stephen Merz, FACHE, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Sheppard Pratt Solutions
Dennis Sunderman, System Director, People Integrations, CommonSpirit




Description
The Innovative Approaches to Improve the Welfare of Patients and Employees Alike panel will highlight the importance of creating a healthcare environment that prioritizes both patient care and employee well-being. Experts will explore strategies to integrate well-being programs that address the mental, emotional, and physical needs of staff while simultaneously enhancing patient outcomes. Discussions will focus on fostering a culture of empathy, support, and resilience, where employee engagement is linked directly to patient satisfaction. The session will offer insights into designing policies and initiatives that not only improve care delivery but also create a thriving, sustainable workforce.
Location Name
Grand Suite 5 (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Scott King, Writer and Event Specialist, Becker's Healthcare