Name
02. Bridging the Distance: Advancing Maternal Health in Rural America
Date & Time
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:45 AM - 11:25 AM
Speakers
Margaret D. Larkins-Pettigrew, MD, MEd, MPPM, FACOG, Professor and Academic Chair, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Drexel University School of Medicine
Tom Vasko, Chief Executive Officer, Newman Memorial Hospital
Brian Sponseller, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
Eilidh Pederson, MPH, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Western Wisconsin Health
Tanya Andricks, President and Chief Executive Officer, Decatur Memorial Hospital
Tom Vasko, Chief Executive Officer, Newman Memorial Hospital
Brian Sponseller, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
Eilidh Pederson, MPH, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Western Wisconsin Health
Tanya Andricks, President and Chief Executive Officer, Decatur Memorial Hospital
Description
Hospital and health system executives explore strategies to improve maternal health outcomes in rural communities. This panel highlights telehealth, workforce, and partnership initiatives that expand access, reduce disparities, and strengthen care continuity.
Location Name
Grand J (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Topic Tag
Leadership & Strategy, Technology, Workforce