August 13th Agenda

In this session we will:

1. Describe and explore the effect of diversity and disparities in caring for LGBTQ women, children & families

2. Describe and discuss the importance of understanding the unique needs and cultural differences of these patients.

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8:00 am - 8:10 am Introductions
Linda Becker, President and Founder, Northstar Network

8:10 am - 8:30 am Welcome
Andrea DeMeo, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, Trillium Health, Inc.

8:30 am - 9:10 am The Importance, Impact and Implications of DEI
Sady Fischer, Corporate Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

9:10 am - 10:10 am Microaggressions
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10:10 am - 10:25 am Break

10:25 am - 11:30 am Panel Discussion; Community DEI Initiatives
Panel Facilitator:
Andrea DeMeo, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, Trillium Health, Inc.
Panelists:
Joseph Searles, Vice President, Chief Community Engagement Officer, Trillium Health
Sady Fischer, Corporate Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
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Linda L. Clark, MD, MS, FACPM, FACOEM, President and CEO, Anthony L. Jordan Health Corporation
Susanna Speed, Sr. Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Trillium Health, Inc.
Stuart Mitchell, Executive Director, PathStone Foundation

11:30 am - 11:55 am Breakout Sessions

11:55 am Wrap up
Lisa Smith, Executive Director, NorthStar Network