LOCATION
The Desmond Hotel (Crowne Plaza)
660 Albany Shaker Road
Albany, NY 12211
DESCRIPTION:
Our Annual Educational Conference for Medical Staff & Credentialing Professionals, is a dynamic 3-day event designed to
enhance the knowledge, skills, and professional growth of those working in Medical Staff Services. This conference brings
together industry experts, thought leaders, and peers to discuss key topics impacting medical staff & credentialing
professionals today.
Through engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights
into regulatory compliance, credentialing and privileging, leadership development, accreditation standards, and the evolving
landscape of healthcare administration.
Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conference provides essential updates, best practices,
and innovative strategies to support excellence in medical staff services. It is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and
advance your expertise in a rapidly changing healthcare environment!
AGENDA:
DAY 1- Wednesday, May 7th
6:00 PM Round Table Discussion Reappointment Cycle
(Town Hall)
7 PM – 9 PM Welcome! Social & Networking Event – DJ Jay (High Street Ball Room)
DAY 2 – Thursday, May 8th
7:45 AM Welcome and Opening Remarks Venetta Lewis, MS, CPCS, cDEI, NYSAMSS President (2,4 King Street)
Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Director Medical Staff Administration, GME & Institutional Coordinator
8:00 AM “How to ask for additional resources for MSS Departments” (2,4 King Street) (1) Credit
Anne Roberts, Esq., CPMSM, CPCS System Vice President, Medical Affairs Operations
The Mount Sinai Health System
9:00 AM OPPE/FPPE, Peer Review: How, When and Why– Session 1 (2,4 King Street) (2) Credits
Sharon Beckwith, President Peer Review & Clinical Quality Consulting, Hardenbergh Group
Brock Bordelon, MD, FACS, Medical Director, Hardenbergh Group
Michael Callahan, JD, Esq., Healthcare Law Senior Consultant, Hardenbergh Group
11:00 AM Break (King Street Walkway)
11:30 AM Cognition & Aging Provider – Session 2 (2,4 King Street) (1.5) Credits
Sharon Beckwith, President Peer Review & Clinical Quality Consulting, Hardenbergh Group
Brock Bordelon, MD, FACS, Medical Director, Hardenbergh Group
Michael Callahan, JD, Esq., Healthcare Law Senior Consultant, Hardenbergh Group
1:00 PM Lunch Break (6,8 King)
1:30 PM “Systemness” – Centralizing Medical Staff Services for a Health System (2,4 King Street) (1.5) Credits
Marianne Ambookan, RN, MBA, Vice President, Medical Staff Services, Northwell Health
3:00 PM Meditation – Refresh and Recharge (In-person)
DiJi Design13 Diane Pratt Designer & Artist
3:15 PM Break (King Street Walkway)
3:30 PM One Decision Away #NoExcuses, David Atkins Motivational Speaker (2,4 King Street) (1.5) Credits
5:00 PM Closing Remarks (2,4 King Street)
Venetta Lewis, MS, CPCS, cDEI, NYSAMSS President
DAY 3 – Friday, May 9th
7:30 AM NYSAMSS Annual Business Meeting: Venetta Lewis, MS, CPCS, cDEI, NYSAMSS President
(Fort Orange Ballroom)
8:00 AM Successful Survey Readiness (Fort Orange Ballroom) (1.5) Credits
Laurel McCourt, MD Consultant, Hardenbergh Group
9:30 AM Meditation – Refresh and Recharge (In-person) (Fort Orange Ballroom)
DiJi Design13 Diane Pratt Designer & Artist
9:45 AM Break (King Street Walkway)
10:00 AM “The Evolving Role of the Physician in the 21st Century” (Fort Orange Ballroom) (1.5) Credits
Jonathan Burroughs, JD, MD, MBA, FACHE, FAAPL,
The Burroughs Healthcare Consulting Network, Inc.
11:30 AM 2025 NCQA Updates (Fort Orange Ballroom) (1.5) Credits
TBD Team Med Global
1:00 PM Closing Remarks: Venetta Lewis, MS, CPCS, cDEI, NYSAMSS President (Fort Orange Ballroom)
Hotel Reservations:
- Room Rate: $145 per night (plus tax)
- For on-line reservations, click on Book your group for NYSAMSS 2025 Conference BOOK HERE
- Reservations may be made by calling 518-869-8100 and use the Group Code “MSS”
- Deadline to be eligible for the Group Rate: April 30, 2025
2025 NYSAMSS CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES:
Member* Non-Member
Both Days: $375 $475
Thursday Only: $225 $275
Friday Only: $200 $250
*Must be a member in good standing of NYSAMSS or be a member of another State Association within the NE region.
Registration fee includes program attendance, conference materials and all food/refreshment breaks. A $195 cancellation fee per individual will be charged if registration is canceled less than one (1) week prior to the program. No cancellations will be accepted on the day of the program. Substitutions will be accepted.
Additional Payment Method (PLEASE READ OPTIONS CAREFULLY):
Check payable to NYSAMSS:
A charge of $50 will apply for all insufficient fund checks.
For check payments, your completed registration form and check payment must be received by May 1, 2025, no exceptions.
Mail to: NYSAMSS
789 Pre-Emption Road, #300
Geneva, NY 14456
If your check payment and registration are not received by May 1, 2025, you must register and pay by credit card via www.nysamss.org. Your check will be returned to you.
REGISTRATION DUE DATE: Thursday, May 1, 2025
All registrations will be verified by confirmation letter. If confirmation has not been received prior to the conference, please e-mail info@nysamss.org.
Disclaimers:
- Topics, speakers and times may be subject to change without prior notice.
- The conference room temperature will be set at 70 degrees. It is suggested that attendees dress in layers for comfort. For the enjoyment of all participants, please make sure to turn your cell phone off.
- Photographs may be taken during the conference and may appear on social media. By registering for the conference, permission to use the registrant’s photograph is given.
- The content and opinions expressed by the speakers are not necessarily those of the New York State Association of Medical Staff Services.