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ForwardTransforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors: Andrew D. Calvin, M.D., M.P.H., Syed A. Khan, M.D., Jennifer Livingston Thompson, and Jason Beckermann, M.D.
October 27 - 28, 2025 - Mayo Civic Center - Rochester, Minnesota
Mayo Clinic Health System presents the third annual, Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships CE course. This two-day symposium brings together multidisciplinary healthcare leaders, providers, administrators, researchers, and educators to discuss critical issues impacting the health of community and rural populations. The course includes interactive sessions enabling participants to directly apply new transformative approaches to community and rural health settings.
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| Registration Fees | |
|---|---|
| M.D., Ph.D., D.O. | $550 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $400 |
Accepted Poster Information
Congratulations to those that have had a poster accepted for display at the Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships conference.
Poster Guidelines:
- Maximum size: 4’ x 4’
- We are unable to accept posters sent by mail
Set-Up Times, additional details to follow:
- Sunday, October 26, from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
- Monday, October 27, starting at 7:00 a.m.
Poster Viewing Times:
Conference attendees can view posters during all conference break times:
AM Break | Lunch | PM Break | Networking Reception | |
Monday, Oct. 27 | 10:00 – 10:20 a.m. | 11:50 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. |
Scholarship Application
The Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships course, Mayo Clinic is offering scholarships for reduced registration to attend this conference. A limited number of scholarships will be awarded. Those interested in receiving a scholarship should provide a statement describing how participating in this conference will enhance your work in community and rural health. Apply for the scholarship here.
Applications must be received by September 29, 2025. Scholarship acceptance notifications will be emailed before October 3.
Target Audience
This symposium is designed for allied health professionals, healthcare executives, general internists, nurse practitioners, nurses, physicians, physician assistants, professors, residents, students as well as, community health partners, university faculty, and non-profit and government employees.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Recognize transformative approaches to address key healthcare challenges facing rural America
- Identify collaborative strategies and partnerships to sustain workforce and improve health outcomes in rural communities
- Assess innovative approaches to enhance rural health equity, cancer care, and behavioral health
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
PDF / Printable Program (PDF) *All times listed in Central Time.
Monday, October 27 | |
7:00am | Breakfast, Registration, Exhibitors |
7:45am | Welcome & Course Overview |
8:00am | Welcome Address |
8:15am | A Discussion with the Experts: BOLD Versus Incremental Transformation |
9:00am | Fireside Chat: Bold Transformation through Collaboration. |
10:00am | Refreshment Break, Exhibitors, Poster Viewing |
10:20am | Pioneering Rural Health Through Policy Transformation – Moving Forward Together |
10:40am | Panel |
| 11:20am | Fireside Chat: Financial Stability in an Unstable World Dennis E. Dahlen – Chief Financial Officer, Mayo Clinic Ann Jordan, J.D. – Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Financial Management Association Moderator: Jim D. Wilson - Chief Financial Officer, Mayo Clinic Health System |
11:50am | Lunch, Posters, Exhibitors, Poster Viewing, Historical Suite Tour (Optional, pre-registration required) |
| Concurrent Sessions | ||
Main Room (Livestream) | Suite 102 | Suite 103 | |
1:30pm
| Surgical/Procedural Optimization | Sustainability in Rural Healthcare: Tangible Financial Maneuvers you can Make Today
| Payor-Provider Collaboration to Demonstrate Value |
2:00pm | Transition Time | ||
2:15pm | One Hospital with 17 Doors: Smart Queue, Critical Access Optimization, and Workforce Elasticity | From Fragmented to Fluid: How to Design Context-Aware Clinical Experiences Svetlana S. Makarova – Principal Technical Product Manager, Care Team Capabilities, Mayo Clinic Christine E. Williams – Senior Technical Product Owner, Mayo Clinic | Innovative Approach to Population Health: Enhancing Care for High Risk Patients |
2:45pm | Refreshment Break, Exhibitors, Poster Viewing | ||
3:15pm | Expanding Rural Access to Clinical Trials: Decentralization and Health Disparities Grzegorz S. Nowakowski, M.D., Jamie S. Johnston, M.H.A. - Mayo Clinic | ||
3:25pm | Cancer Care Beyond Walls Tufia C. Haddad, M.D. – Mayo Clinic | ||
3:35pm | Community Engaged Research Gladys B. Asiedu, Ph.D. - Mayo Clinic | ||
3:45pm | Discussion with the Experts: New Paradigms for Cancer Care in the Community Tufia C. Haddad, M.D. – Mayo Clinic Grzegorz S. Nowakowski, M.D., Jamie S. Johnston, M.H.A. - Mayo Clinic Gladys B. Asiedu, Ph.D. - Mayo Clinic Moderator: Scott H. Okuno, M.D. - Chair of Hematology and Oncology, Mayo Clinic Health System | ||
4:45pm | Day 1 Closing Remarks | ||
5:00pm | Adjourn | ||
| 5:00 - 6:30pm | Networking Reception and Poster Session | ||
Tuesday, October 28 | |||
7:00am | Breakfast, Registration, Exhibitors | ||
7:45am | Welcome and Course Overview | ||
8:00am | Bold Transformation Leveraging AI and Automation in Healthcare: A Fireside Chat | ||
9:20am | Partnerships to Develop a Vibrant Workforce | ||
10:00am | Refreshment Break, Exhibitors, Poster Session | ||
| Concurrent Sessions | ||
Main (Livestream) | Breakout 1 | Breakout 2 | |
10:30 am | Driving Impact: Advocacy Tools to Advance Rural Healthcare | AI Education and Implementation Science | Community Health Aide Program: Addressing Health Disparities in Rural Alaska
|
11:00am | Transition Time | ||
11:15am | From Isolation to Integration: The Role of Medical/Professional Societies in Supporting Clinicians and Community Health | Understanding Osteopathic Manipulation: A Hands-An Introduction for the Rural Healthcare Team | Transforming Rural Healthcare Through Leadership Development: Practices From the Veterans Health Administration |
11:45 am | Lunch, Posters, Exhibitors, Poster Viewing, Historical Suite Tour (Optional, pre-registration required) |
1:15pm | Inspiring Teams Towards Transformation |
1:45pm | Caring for Caregivers |
2:15pm | Trust, Engagement, and the Power of Aging |
2:45pm | Closing Remarks & Survey |
3:00pm | Adjourn |
Conference location:
Mayo Civic Center
30 Civic Center Dr SE
Rochester, MN 55904
The following hotel is offering reduced guest room rates for attendees of Mayo Clinic Transforming Community & Rural Healthcare.
Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area (2 blocks from conference)
10 East Center Street
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 258-5757
Check the hotel website for current room rates.
Reference the Transforming Community and Rural Health Conference room block when making your reservation via phone.
Located just two blocks from the Mayo Clinic – connected via Skyway to the Clinic as well as the University of Minnesota, Methodist Hospital, and Shops at University Square. Fifth-floor rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the city, there's also an indoor pool, fitness room, and two restaurants.
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown (3 blocks from conference)
225 South Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904
507-285-1234
Check the hotel website for current room rates.
Reference the Transforming Community and Rural Health Conference room block when making your reservation via phone.
The Hilton Garden Inn, Rochester Downtown is connected by skyway to Mayo Clinic, University of Minnesota shopping, and restaurants. Hilton Garden Inn, Rochester Downtown has a 24-hour business center, complimentary WiFi, indoor swimming pool, and fitness center. There is a freshly prepared breakfast at on-site restaurants, 24-hour convenience store and Pavilion Lounge.
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area (3 blocks from conference)
220 South Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904
507-252-8200, Press 1 for reservations
Check the hotel website for current room rates.
Reference the Transforming Community and Rural Health Conference room block when making your reservation via phone.
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown and part of the pedestrian skyway system. We are close to Mayo Clinic, Mayo Civic Center, and right across the street you will find historic 3rd St. featuring local eateries and shopping. Stroll along the river, relax at a local brewpub or coffeehouse, sip craft cocktails inside Crave Restaurant, complete with a retractable glass roof. The nurturing touches throughout our hotel reflect Minnesota's inviting, natural beauty and reinforce this city's connection to water, earth, and sky. "Minnesota Nice" takes on new meaning here, where the smiles are genuine, the amenities abundant, and guests and locals alike leave uplifted and renewed.
Mayo Clinic is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting. Costs incurred by the registrant such as airline or hotel fees or penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.
You may wish to visit Experience Rochester website for additional travel information, accommodation options, and area information.
All travel and lodging expenses and arrangements are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Travel
Public Parking Information
When attending events at Mayo Civic Center, look for the Parking Logo which will direct you to available lots and ramps.
- The Civic Center Ramp is located on the west side of Civic Center Drive across the street from the center and is attached by a climate-controlled skyway.
- The Civic Center South Lot is located across the river from the Mayo Civic Center and offers an additional 240 parking spaces.
- Civic Center flat lot is North of the building. All-day parking is available for a fee - see Pay at Box for current rates.
Parking Meter Hours - Meters are enforced 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, except major holidays. Meters are not enforced after 5 PM on weekdays or on Saturdays or Sundays.
Accessible Parking - All Rochester public parking ramps have marked designated accessible parking spaces available. There are also a few designated spots under the skyway into the building on Civic Center Drive and on the Center Street bridge near Mayo Field. Vehicles with state issued disability plates or permits may park at city meters for up to 4 hours, with the exception of 30-minute meters. These vehicles are also eligible for a 50% discount when parked in a cashiered municipal ramp.
For more information on parking, visit the City of Rochester's parking page.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statements:
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 11.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ACHE
By attending the Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships offered by Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science participants may earn up to 11.50 ACHE Qualifying Education Hours toward initial certification or recertification of the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) designation.
ACPE
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11.50 ACPE Knowledge-based contact hours. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
UAN Number: JA0000238-0000-25-117-L99-P
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 11.50 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AOA
The American Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 11.50 AOA Category 2-A credits.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 11.50 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 11.50 AAPA Category 1
- 11.50 ABS
- 11.50 ACHE
- 11.50 ACPE
- 11.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 11.50 ANCC
- 11.50 AOA Category 2-A
- 11.50 IPCE
In response to company inquiries, we are excited to share that Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2025: Bold Innovation and Partnerships has expanded its commercial support offerings to include a variety of sponsorship opportunities! Please review our commercial support prospectus (PDF).
If you are interested in exhibiting only, please complete the Letter of Agreement.
If you are interested in Sponsoring (includes exhibit space) or hosting a Non-CME Educational Symposium (includes exhibit space) please email Kathy Fuqua.
We are pleased to offer non-profit organizations unique opportunities to participate as exhibitors; please contact Kathy Fuqua for more details.
To see the course fee, please log in or create an account.
| Registration Fees | |
|---|---|
| M.D., Ph.D., D.O. | $550 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $400 |
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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