Mayo Clinic Health System

Mayo Clinic Health System thanks the 380+ healthcare professionals, business leaders, community organizations, educators and researchers who joined this year’s Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact symposium.   Here are a few key takeaways from the event. 🔹 Recognize that ZIP code is a disparity — a powerful and unfortunate predictor of mortality. 🔹 Foster transformative change through collaboration among private corporations, non-profit organizations, government agencies and healthcare providers. 🔹 Leverage the unique strengths of rural communities — celebrate rural, do not apologize for it. 🔹 Use artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to scale impact and address workforce challenges. 🔹 Proactively design equitable systems that serve all patients. 📅 Mark your calendars 📅 The 2025 Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare symposium dates are being determined. Sign up to be notified when registration opens: https://lnkd.in/g7N2mAbU

We just wrapped up the second annual Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact symposium, hosted by Mayo Clinic Health System. The day concluded with a forward-looking panel discussion featuring insights from Zora Radosevich, Director of the Office of Rural Health and Primary Care at the Minnesota Department of Health, Eric Borgerding, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Hospital Association and Lisa A. McConnell, Chief Nursing Officer, Mayo Clinic Health System. Over the past two days, we brought together multidisciplinary healthcare leaders, providers, administrators, researchers, and educators to tackle critical issues impacting the health of community and rural populations. The sessions addressed rural communities' challenges, including workforce shortages, comprehensive cancer care, behavioral health, community partnerships, digital health and AI, and health equity. Thank you to all our speakers, attendees and organizers for making this event successful. The interactive sessions allowed participants to foster meaningful collaboration and inspired new strategies for community and rural healthcare. #AIinHealthcare #RuralHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityHealth #RuralHealthcareSymposium

Here are more highlights from today’s Rural Healthcare Symposium! As the day progressed, attendees continued exploring innovative solutions for rural healthcare's distinct challenges. Over twenty experts shared their insights during the concurrent sessions, offering knowledge and actionable ideas. Automation in Practice: Improving Lung Cancer Screening Outreach and Referrals: One engaging session featured an interactive activity where attendees tackled real-world problems using AI. A few standout ideas: Improving clinical trial access: Rural patients may need help with trial eligibility and awareness. AI in EHR systems could help identify eligible patients and close this gap. Reducing hospital readmissions: Algorithms can be used to identify high-risk patients, allowing for earlier intervention and reducing readmission rates. Association Between Patient-Reported Social Risks and HOUSES Index: A Rural-Urban Comparison: This session highlighted the HOUSES index as a valuable tool to measure socioeconomic status, a critical factor in health outcomes. It also addressed the unique aspects of rural communities as crucial for tailoring effective interventions. Other sessions had robust discussions on automation and technology, funding strategies, behavioral health access, research and innovation, community engagement initiatives and financial sustainability. #RuralHealthcareSymposium #AIinHealthcare #BehavioralHealth #CommunityHealth #HealthcareInnovation #Automation

Day two of the Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare Symposium is underway! This morning’s discussions were focused on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (#AI) in healthcare. National Landscape of Artificial Intelligence: Dr. John Halamka, President of Mayo Clinic Platform, explored the evolving AI landscape at a national level. Learning Healthcare System in the Era of Quintuple Aims and AI: A Case for MCHS Research Strategy: Dr. Young Juhn, Research Chair at Mayo Clinic Health System, emphasized the importance of measuring healthcare challenges and having systems in place to assess AI tools for their value, ensuring they enhance care and eliminate inefficiencies. Generative AI & Automation Panel: A panel featuring Dr. Matthew Callstrom, Chair of the Department of Radiology and Medical Director of Generative AI at Mayo Clinic; Dr. Rajeev Chaudhry, of Mayo Clinic and Mayo Clinic Health System; and Eric L. Harnisch, Vice President Provider Market, Mayo Clinic Platform, discussed the integration of AI in clinical settings. Dr. Callstrom noted, "The real opportunity for AI is to bring humanity back into the patient-physician conversation," stressing the need for transparency and trust as AI evolves in healthcare. More insights and highlights to come throughout the day! #AIinHealthcare #RuralHealthcare #GenerativeAI #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityHealth #RuralHealthcareSymposium #AI

What a fantastic first day at the 2024 Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare Symposium! Today’s sessions focused on critical challenges in rural health, spotlighting innovation, community partnerships, equitable healthcare strategies and the power of collaboration to transform rural healthcare. The afternoon sessions included Dr. Elliot Sussman, Chairman of the Board at The Villages Health, who stressed the importance of team-based care and giving patients more time. MayKao Hang, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at the University of St. Thomas, underscored how growing diversity and changing age dynamics impact health equity. Kari Snaza and Dave Moen from Oasis Health highlighted the role of hiring and using data to drive behavior change in healthcare models. The day wrapped up with insights from Dr. Craig Gundersen of Baylor University, and Jim and Tammy Snee of Hormel Foods and the Hometown Food Security Project on their local efforts to address food security. A huge thank you to all of today’s speakers for sharing their expertise and helping shape rural healthcare's future. #HealthcareInnovation #HealthEquity #PopulationHealth #FoodSecurity #RuralHealthSymposium

The Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024 Symposium continues with a diverse range of insightful sessions, all focused on addressing critical rural health challenges. Doing More with Less: Innovative Solutions in Behavioral Health: Addressed critical mental health gaps and the need to expand educational pathways to increase mental health providers in underserved areas. Enhancing Patient Access: Strategic Partnerships for 24/7 Virtual Primary Care: Discussed a 24/7 care partnership that increases access, ensuring patients receive care when needed, regardless of location. This initiative improves healthcare access while reducing the need for patients to take time off work to obtain services. Transforming Rural Health: The Power of Student-Run Free Clinics and Community Partnerships: Highlighted the impact of student-run free clinics, which address resource gaps by providing essential healthcare services and education to underserved communities. How to Thrive: Financial Sustainability in Rural Healthcare: Shared essential strategies for maintaining financial stability in rural health systems. Successfully Implementing Interventions and Research: Highlighted community-driven approaches for implementing healthcare interventions and research partnerships in rural areas. Other key sessions included discussions on partnerships between diverse industries and organizations working together to address the challenges and improve the quality of life in rural communities and strategies for driving health equity through economic resilience. Attendees also took some time to explore engaging poster sessions. #RuralHealthcareSymposium #BehavioralHealth #HealthEquity #CommunityPartnerships #HealthcareInnovation #RuralHealthcare Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD)

Day one of the Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare Symposium: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact is underway! We kicked off with opening remarks from Dr. Andrew Calvin, Chair of Education, and Dr. Prathibha Varkey, MBBS, MPH, MHPE, MBA, President, both of Mayo Clinic Health System. This morning's speakers included Tina Freese Decker, President and Chief Executive Officer of Corewell Health and the Chair-Elect of the American Hospital Association Board of Trustees, and Jim Snee, Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO of Hormel Foods. They discussed the importance of collaboration for healthy rural communities by focusing on key priorities in rural health, health policy and partnerships. They highlighted successful initiatives like the Blue Envelope program, a suicide prevention effort with local schools that provides students with confidential resources and a safe way to reach out. #HealthcareLeadership #RuralHealthcare #CommunityPartnerships #RuralHealthcareSymposium Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD)

“Land O’Lakes is a farmer-owned cooperative with presence in over 10,000 rural communities. Healthcare infrastructure is vital to farm families and businesses in these rural communities. Over the next five years, 53% of doctors in rural areas plan to retire, leaving a devastating gap in services and care, and 20% of America’s rural hospitals are at risk of closure. Rural America needs trained doctors and an infrastructure to access them easily. Transforming rural healthcare and connecting America is a huge challenge. Together, we can move the ball forward by expanding access and improving conditions and outcomes for patients in rural America. We’re working to develop and support essential policy reforms dealing with the growth of rural residency programs, affordable medical schools in rural areas and the expansion of telehealth services.” Tina May, Chief of Staff and VP of Rural Services at Land O’Lakes Tina will discuss the rural health workforce at the Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact symposium on Oct. 21–22. https://mayocl.in/407KY0I Register today to hear from Tina and other experts about pressing healthcare issues facing rural America. https://mayocl.in/407KY0I #ruralhealthcare #ruralheathsymposium #ruralheath

Congratulations to Margaret (Maggie) K., who recently received The DAISY Award at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. Read an excerpt from the nomination: “When a new respiratory therapist faced a patient's sudden desaturation, Maggie's swift and calm response was a beacon of reassurance. Maggie transformed fear into trust through her comforting words and presence. Maggie ensured the patient knew what was happening, who was in the room with her, and how her oxygen status was progressing. During this event, she supported the therapist with kindness and encouragement. Her actions created a supportive environment amidst chaos, embodying the essence of exceptional nursing.” Mayo Clinic Health System is among over 5,000 healthcare organizations worldwide committed to the DAISY Award program. The DAISY Award is presented each month to an extraordinary nurse. Learn more about the DAISY Award or nominate a registered nurse https://mayocl.in/3SuygDO Interested in a nursing career at Mayo Clinic Health System? https://mayocl.in/3OGI2C2

Last night, Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea and the Albert Lea community celebrated the new Naeve Garden with a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting. The Naeve Garden honors the history and legacy of the former Naeve Hospital building. It is a living tribute — reflecting the shared history and spirit of the Albert Lea community. It is a place where neighbors, families, patients, colleagues and friends can come together, find peace, connect and draw strength from the natural beauty that surrounds them. The dedication ceremony included the opening of the 1911 time capsule, preserved in the former building, the presentation of The Healer’s Touch sculpture and a special recognition of the 50th anniversary of Fountain Centers, Mayo Clinic Health System’s addiction services program. It was a beautiful evening filled with joy, gratitude and the power of community.