Improving The Integration And Interoperability Of Electronic Medical Records To Provide Seamless Medical Support From The Expeditionary Forces To Returning Warfighters And Their Families

7:30 Continental Breakfast and Conference Registration Continental Breakfast and Conference Registration

8:15 Welcome Remarks Welcome Remarks

8:20 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks Chairperson’s Opening Remarks

8:35 Morning Keynote: Outlining The Strategic Initiatives In Improving Health Information Technology Charles Friedman, Chief Scientific Officer for the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services As the ONC’s chief scientist, Dr. Friedman leads a group responsible for tracking and promoting innovation in health IT, for research programs to improve technology, for applications of health IT that support basic and clinical research, for evaluation of all of ONC’s programs, for programs to develop the health IT workforce, and for activities supporting global eHealth. Dr. Friedman served as Deputy National Coordinator for two years prior to assuming his new position. He was lead author of the national Health IT Strategic Plan released in June of 2008. Hear about the important strategic initiatives that will advance the quality of medical care to our Service men and women. Charles Friedman Chief Scientific Officer for the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Charles P. Friedman, PhD. is currently the Chief Scientific Officer for the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. As ONC’s chief scientist, he leads a group responsible for tracking and promoting innovation in health IT, for research programs to improve technology, for applications of health IT that support b [read more]

9:15 Ensuring Federal Health EHR Interoperability Douglas Rosendale, Veterans Health Adminstration (VHA), Office of Health Information (OHI) Joint Interoperability Ventures (JIV), Electronic Health Records mission put in place by the Obama administration. These two groups need to communicate effectively in order to provide seamless care for active and inactive military members. This session will explore the current status of the VA/DoD relationship as it pertains to the sharing of EHRs. Guaranteeing information sharing and interoperability between: - All serving Forces- Active, Reserves, and National Guard - All U.S. Veterans - All appropriate beneficiaries Integrating current and future EHRs through leadership, architecture, and smart business processes Interoperability between AHLTA/CHCS and VistA/CPRS Leveraging VA/DoD pilot projects to ensure completion of VLER Douglas Rosendale Veterans Health Adminstration (VHA), Office of Health Information (OHI) Joint Interoperability Ventures (JIV), Dr. Douglas E. Rosendale, D.O., F.A.C.O.S, is the portfolio manager of Joint Interoperability Ventures within the Veterans Health Administration’s (VHA’s) Office of Health Information (OHI). He is a Board Certified general surgeon with a background in advanced laparoscopic, thoracic, vascular, and GI endoscopy. Currently, he is the Chair of the Surgery Discipline for the American College of Osteop [read more]

9:55 Assessing AHLTA Today And Looking At The Future Of The AHLTA System Colonel Claude Hines, Program Manager , Defense Health Information Management System (DHIMS) This session will look at the progress of the AHLTA implementation today and identify current challenges and potential solutions to ensuring EHRs for all servicemen and women. Hear from Colonel Claude Hines, DHIMS Program Manager, who is responsible for integrating information management and information technology solutions such as AHLTA—the military’s electronic health record—and scaling those capabilities for use within the Theater Medical Information Program (TMIP) “Family of Systems.” Evaluating the speed, reliability, and user-friendliness of the system in place Outlining programs underway for interoperability efforts across military healthcare systems Identifying challenges with the current system and looking at IT solutions to overcome those issues Colonel Claude Hines Program Manager , Defense Health Information Management System (DHIMS) Col. Claude Hines Jr. is the Program Manager (PM) for the Defense Health Information Management System (DHIMS). He is responsible for managing a $400 million annual budget, which includes acquiring the solutions that support direct patient-provider relationships, population health, medical surveillance, clinical decision support and force health protection for all Military Health System beneficiar [read more]

10:35 Morning Refreshment And Networking Break Morning Refreshment And Networking Break

11:05 Panel Session: Unified Services For Unified Forces- Implementing and Developing New Capabilities Within Medical Communities Colonel Jesus Zarate, Chief Information Officer, AF Medical Service Bobby Caudill, Government Solutions Architect, Adobe Systems There are many information sharing initiatives in place to increase communication between the Services and utilize the expertise of each group. This session will look into the new capabilities within medical communities being implemented DoD wide. Join these strategic leaders to understand: Overview of the initiative promoting new capabilities within medical communities Quantifying the value of the improvement in medical capabilities and understanding what that means for Service members Assessing the benefits of knowledge sharing and integration efforts between the Services Colonel Jesus Zarate Chief Information Officer, AF Medical Service Colonel Jesus E. Zarate is the Chief Information Officer of the Air Force Medical Service, Bolling Air Force Base with offices located in Falls Church, Virginia. He is responsible for all medical information systems, data and infrastructure for 75 Medical Treatment Facilities. He executes a $22M AFMS Information Technology annual budget. He provides leadership and integration for MAJCOM Chief Info [read more] Bobby Caudill Government Solutions Architect, Adobe Systems

12:05 Addressing Issues and Overcoming Challenges Of An Expeditionary EMR In A Joint Environment Lieutenant Colonel Sam Silverthorne, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Central Command Surgeon's Office As the Obama Administration has mandated the VLER initiative, executing a life long EMR for Service members is a top priority. This, however, is easier said than done. Join Lt Col Silverthorne as he takes us through the challenges and solutions for implementing a project of this scale. Lt Col Silverthorne will cover the following: Outlining the roles and responsibilities for documenting healthcare encounters at each of the levels of care Identifying how each Service and the VA document EMRs Reducing duplicative patient documentation and streamlining the EMR process across Services and the VA Update on the timeline for EMR Military wide implementation Lieutenant Colonel Sam Silverthorne Chief Information Officer, U.S. Central Command Surgeon's Office

12:45 Luncheon For All Conference Attendees Luncheon For All Conference Attendees

1:50 Afternoon Keynote Address Lieutenant General Eric Schoomaker, Surgeon General , U.S. Army Lieutenant General Eric B. Schoomaker was sworn in as the 42nd Army Surgeon General on 11 December 2007 and assumed Command of US Army Medical Command on 13 December 2007. Before this selection, LTG Schoomaker served as the Commanding General Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command. Join LTG Schoomaker as he talks about the strategies around healthcare, medical records implementation, and medical support for warfighters and their families. Lieutenant General Eric Schoomaker Surgeon General , U.S. Army Lieutenant General Eric B. Schoomaker was sworn in as the 42nd Army Surgeon General on 11 December 2007 and assumed Command of US Army Medical Command on 13 December 2007. Before this selection, LTG Schoomaker served as the Commanding General Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command.LTG Schoomaker was born into an Army family in Detroit, Michigan. In 1970 he [read more]

2:30 Using The MAPS (Army Medical Command AHLTA Provider Satisfaction) Initiative To Respond To Challenges In AHLTA Robert Walker, Chief Medical Information Officer, European Regional Medical Command Lieutenant Colonel Jason Windsor, Chief Medical Information Officer, Northern Regional Medical Command AHLTA implementation has been an uphill battle for the DoD. User satisfaction with this program has been consistently low, thus leading to a multitude of implementation and sustainment challenges. To address these issues, the U.S. Army Surgeon General commissioned the MAPS initiative -- which is a collection of computer hardware and software tools combined with enhanced clinical training & hands on support assisting providers to efficiently and effectively document health care. This case study will delve into the MAPS initiative and analyze the successes and lessons learned. Outline the history of the MAPS initiative as it related to the EHR sharing priorities Addressing the limitations of AHLTA by understanding the needs of patients and providers Sharing lessons learned from the MAPS initiative Building training and support processes to improve administration through clinic providers and medical treatment facilities Describe the impact effective use HIT innovations can have today on the quality of clinical documentation as well as downstream impacts on patient safety, quality, and outcomes Robert Walker Chief Medical Information Officer, European Regional Medical Command Dr Robert Walker is currently serving as the Chief Medical Informatics Officer (CMIO) for the European Regional Medical Command in Heidelberg, Germany. In addition he serves as the Chief of Executive Medicine for United States Army Europe and maintains an active medical practice at the Heidelberg Army Health Center.Dr. Walker graduated from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania a [read more] Lieutenant Colonel Jason Windsor Chief Medical Information Officer, Northern Regional Medical Command A native of Columbia, Missouri, LTC Jason Windsor is a graduate of the University of Central Missouri where he received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After completing four years of ROTC as a Distinguished Military Graduate, he received his Regular Army commission into the Army Nurse Corps in 1993.LTC Windsor’s military assignments include staff/charge nurse on a combined orthopedic, neurosur [read more]

3:10 Afternoon Refreshment And Networking Break And Opening Of The Solutions Zone Afternoon Refreshment And Networking Break And Opening Of The Solutions Zone

3:40 Case Study: Sharing The Lessons Learned From The PHR Implementation At Madigan Army Medical Center Rick Barnhill, Acting Chief Medical Information Officer , Madigan Army Medical Center VLER has put electronic medical records (EMRs) at the top of the U.S. Military’s agenda. One of the main goals of this initiative is to put more control in the hands of the patient. This case study will look at the challenges and benefits associated with implementing personal health records (PHRs) within the military. Join acting CMIO Rick Barnhill as he analyzes the PHR pilot project at Madigan Army Medical Center. Establishing PHR infrastructures through Microsoft HealthVault and Google Health Ensuring TRICARE interoperability and alignment with MHS Patient Focus policies and guidelines Identifying the benefits of a PHR- highlighting convenience, portability, and system benefits Outlining the lessons learned and benefits realized Looking ahead- expanding delivery, capabilities and data sets to increase user adoption Rick Barnhill Acting Chief Medical Information Officer , Madigan Army Medical Center

4:20 Insight From The Government Accountability Office On EHR Implementation and Interoperability Across The DoD and VA Valerie Melvin, Director, Information Technology, Government Accountability Officer The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is an independent, nonpartisan agency that works for Congress. This office is responsible for helping improve the performance and ensuring the accountability of the Federal government for the benefit of the American people. Valerie Melvin heads the IT arm of this office and is responsible for the audit of EHR Implementation across the DoD and VA. Join her as she gives an update on the following: Assessing the progress of the DoD and VA interoperability objectives including - Refine social history data - Share physical exam data - Demonstrate initial network gateway operation - Expand questionnaires and self-assessment tools - Expand DOD inpatient medical records system - Demonstrate initial document scanning Examining the success of the DoD/VA Interagency Program Office Outlining recommendations moving forward Valerie Melvin Director, Information Technology, Government Accountability Officer

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