Name
04. Meeting the Demand: Health Systems Navigating the Patient Influx
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Speakers
Vicki Diep, MHA, Vice President, Operations, Northwestern Medicine
James Mladucky, AIA, ACHA, Vice President, Design and Construction, Indiana University Health
Bradley Tieszen, MPA, CMPE, Vice President, Medical Specialties and Clinic Operations, Parkview Health
Joshua Michalski, MFM, MSAE, Chief Operating Officer, Kettering Health Miamisburg and Washington Township
Alan Kumar, MD, FACEP, FACHE, Chief Operating Officer, Powers Health
James Mladucky, AIA, ACHA, Vice President, Design and Construction, Indiana University Health
Bradley Tieszen, MPA, CMPE, Vice President, Medical Specialties and Clinic Operations, Parkview Health
Joshua Michalski, MFM, MSAE, Chief Operating Officer, Kettering Health Miamisburg and Washington Township
Alan Kumar, MD, FACEP, FACHE, Chief Operating Officer, Powers Health
Description
This panel will explore how health systems are managing growing patient volumes while maintaining quality and access. Executives will discuss capacity planning, workforce readiness, and operational efficiency. Attendees will gain insights into strategies that enable organizations to meet rising demand and deliver exceptional care under pressure.
Session Type
Panel
Annual Meeting: Topic Tag
Leadership & Strategy, Technology, Workforce