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On Thursday, October 7th, during our Annual Business meeting at the 2021 Fall Conference in Asheville, we voted in our 2021-2022 Board of Directors. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming our new association leadership!
2021- 2022 NCMGMA Board of Directors
President Matthew Johnson, MA, MBA Wake Internal Medical Consultants, Inc. Raleigh, NC
President-Elect Chad Ghorley Carolina Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center, PA Gastonia, NC
Secretary Charles Furr, MHA Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center, PA Charlotte, NC
Treasurer Lisa Hooks, MBA, CMPE Mt. Olive Family Medicine Center Mt. Olive, NC
Board Member Emily Ainsley Greenville Pathology P.A. Greenville, NC
Board Member Amber Popham, CIC, CRM Curi Raleigh, NC
We also want to say “thank you” to all of our 2020-2021 Board of Directors. Your commitment to the organization is second to none!
North Carolina Medical Group Management Association (NCMGMA) came together last week in Asheville, October 6-8, 2021, for our annual Fall Conference. This year’s conference took over the Renaissance Asheville Hotel, where 150+ attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors enjoyed continuing education from some of the nation’s best thought leaders, participated in in-person networking on site and at Highland Brewing Company, and experienced the sold out exhibit hall full of products and services driving healthcare management to new levels.
Thank you to everyone who pulled away from their busy practices to join us. Thank you to all of our speakers and exhibitors for sharing your knowledge and expertise, and thank you to our sponsors for your continued support of our organization: we couldn’t do it without you. And, lastly, thank you to our volunteers for leading the organization and keeping us moving in the right direction: your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed.
Please browse this post to see all that took place last week and to see what’s in store for NCMGMA, through the end of 2021 and beyond.
50th Anniversary
NCMGMA was founded in 1971, out of a need to provide North Carolina’s professional administrator with a rich source of information and contacts for professional growth. Fifty years later, we’re still going strong and continuing to serve executives and managers of private group practices, academic medical centers, integrated delivery systems, and companies that support medical provider organizations in North Carolina.
This summer, we interviewed some of our association’s past presidents, asking them to share their thoughts on leadership and NCMGMA. Click here and on the image below to see what they had to say.
Practice of the Year Award
Each year, NCMGMA and First Citizens Bank recognize a medical group practice that has made a significant contribution to their community, patients and/or staff. For our 8th annual award, we are proud to recognize StarMed Healthcare as our Practice of the Year! The award also includes a $3000 donation to the winner’s foundation of choice. StarMed selected Foundation of the Carolinas as their designated foundation. Congratulations StarMed!
President’s Award
The President’s Award is given to a member of NCMGMA for outstanding service and contribution to the association, its members and medical practice management. This year’s award was presented to Doral Jacobsen, MBA, FACMPE, partner with Prosper Beyond LLC. Doral has been a strong supporter of NCMGMA, the Chair of our Payer Contracting Committee, and veteran speaker for our annual and virtual events.
(L-R): Doral Jacobsen and 2020-21 NCMGMA President Amanda McKinney
Community Service Project
NCMGMA staff, volunteers and conference attendees gathered on Thursday, October 7th to prepare meal bags for the Brenner Children’s Inpatient Food Pantry, a new project serving patients and their families. All admitted patients to the pediatric acute care floor are screened for food insecurity and if screened positive, receive daily access to their food pantry which provides meals and snacks to parents while their children are admitted. The service project packed around 84 meal bags for Brenner Children’s Hospital.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for one of our 2022 events!
2022 Annual Conference May 18-20 Wilmington Convention Center & Embassy Suites Hotel Wilmington, NC
2022 Fall Conference September 14-16 Harrah’s – See the new Conference Center! Cherokee, NC
Monthly Webinars Stay on top of what’s happening in healthcare and practice management. Most webinars are free to members!
Visit the events page of the NCMGMA website to all that we have coming up!
The Fall Conference provides a rich environment where NC’s practice leaders can learn, share and grow. Through general and breakout sessions, legislative updates and our Annual Business Meeting, attendees can earn up to 9.25 CEUs. We’ll also have the latest and greatest products and services on display in the exhibit hall.
Browse our Fall Conference event web pages to learn all this year’s event has to offer and make plans to join us today.
NCMGMA Fall Conference
Relevant continuing education, engaging networking opportunities, and face time with products/service experts – the Fall Conference has it all. Click on the thumbnail image to hear motivational speaker Rich Schlentz explain why Fall Conference attendance is a wise investment.
Aaron Cohen, Sarah Hughes, Doral Jacobsen and Tracey Martin have joined our list of conference speakers that includes Mary Kelly, Ph.D., Rich Schlentz and David Sousa. Learn more about these thought-leaders joining us this October in Asheville.
For tips on how your practice can manage fiduciary risk, lower expenses, and, ideally, improve saving opportunities for your practitioners and staff, stop by and see Joe Dillon, Curi Capital’s retirement plan expert. This special opportunity is open to all registrants.
Our exhibitors are essential partners in the success of healthcare practices throughout North Carolina. From collections to insurance to healthcare technology, come meet the companies helping practice managers reach the next level.
The Fall Conference provides a rich environment where NC’s practice leaders can learn, share and grow. Through general and breakout sessions, legislative updates and our Annual Business Meeting, attendees can earn up to 10.25 CEUs. We’ll also have the latest and greatest products and services on display in the exhibit hall.
Browse our Fall Conference event web pages to learn all this year’s event has to offer and make plans to join us today.
NCMGMA Fall Conference
The NCMGMA Fall Conference provides a rich environment where North Carolina’s medical practice leaders come to learn, share and grow. Click on the thumbnail image to watch a preview video from Retired US Navy Commander Mary Kelly, Ph.D., one of our featured conference speakers!
Conference Speakers
Aaron Cohen, Sarah Hughes, Doral Jacobsen and Tracey Martin have joined our list of conference speakers that includes Mary Kelly, Ph.D., Rich Schlentz and David Sousa. Learn more about these thought-leaders joining us this October in Asheville.
Our host hotel is the Renaissance Asheville Hotel, located at 31 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC 28801. Our discounted group rate is $200 per night for a single/double room (plus taxes). Hotel reservations can be made online by clicking on the link below. Reservations must be made no later than September 15th for the discounted rate.
For tips on how your practice can manage fiduciary risk, lower expenses, and, ideally, improve saving opportunities for your practitioners and staff, stop by and see Joe Dillon, Curi Capital’s retirement plan expert. This special opportunity is open to all registrants.
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
NCMGMA Annual Business Meeting and Slate of Officers & Directors
October 7, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
NCMGMA is hosting our Annual Business Meeting on Thursday, October 7th, beginning at 2:00 PM and we hope you will join us for this important gathering of our membership hosted during the NCMGMA Fall Conference in Asheville, NC.
The Annual Meeting agenda will include:
Overview of the organization’s activities
A financial update
Voting on the 2021-2022 Board of Directors and Slate of Officers
Learn, Share and Grow with Us in Asheville New Speakers Added, Meet the Expert, Awards and More!
NCMGMA Fall Conference
The NCMGMA Fall Conference provides a rich environment where North Carolina’s medical practice leaders come to learn, share and grow. Click on the thumbnail image to watch a preview video from Retired US Navy Commander Mary Kelly, Ph.D., one of our featured conference speakers!
Browse our Fall Conference event web pages to learn all this year’s event has to offer and make plans to join us today.
Practice of the Year Award
We are proud to partner with First Citizens Bank to present the 8th Annual Practice of the Year Award, recognizing a medical group practice that has made a significant contribution to their community, patients and/or staff. Nominations deadline is Friday, August 6th.
For tips on how your practice can manage fiduciary risk, lower expenses, and, ideally, improve saving opportunities for your practitioners and staff, stop by and see Joe Dillon, Curi Capital’s retirement plan expert. This special opportunity is open to all registrants.
Aaron Cohen, Doral Jacobsen and Tracey Martin have just been added to our list of conference speakers that already includes Mary Kelly, Ph.D., Rich Schlentz and David Sousa. Learn more about these thought-leaders joining us this October in Asheville.
Our host hotel is the Renaissance Asheville Hotel, located at 31 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC 28801. Our discounted group rate is $200 per night for a single/double room (plus taxes). Hotel reservations can be made online by clicking on the link below. Reservations must be made no later than September 15th for the discounted rate.
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Join Us In-person in Asheville This Fall October 6-8, 2021 | The Renaissance Asheville Hotel
The NCMGMA Fall Conference provides a rich environment where North Carolina’s medical practice leaders come to learn, share and grow. Through general and breakout sessions, legislative updates and our Annual Business Meeting, attendees can earn up to 10.25 CEUs.
Browse this post or visit our Fall Conference page to learn more about this exciting practice management event!
Schedule of Events
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Fall Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Retired US Navy Commander Mary Kelly, Ph.D.; consultant, speaker, leadership coach and author Rich Schlentz; and Curi Chief Legal Officer David Sousa will be joining us in Asheville. Learn more about these NCMGMA conference favorites! Watch for more speakers coming soon!
Our host hotel is the Renaissance Asheville Hotel, located at 31 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC 28801. Our discounted group rate is $200 per night for a single/double room (plus taxes). Hotel reservations can be made online by clicking on the link below. Reservations must be made no later than September 15th for the discounted rate.
Our Fall Conference exhibitors are essential partners in the success of healthcare practices throughout North Carolina. From collections to insurance to healthcare technology, come meet the companies helping practice managers reach the next level.
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Take Your Practice to the Next Level October 6-8, 2021 | The Renaissance Asheville Hotel
The exhibit hall is already SOLD OUT, with just a few booths remaining in the exhibit hall foyer. Join us in October in Asheville to see all the latest and greatest products and services available to practice management in an intimate, face-to-face setting. Browse the exhibitor page to see all of the companies joining us in Asheville this fall.
Browse this post or visit our Fall Conference page to learn more about this exciting practice management event!
Conference Exhibitors
Our Fall Conference exhibitors are essential partners in the success of healthcare practices throughout North Carolina. From collections to insurance to healthcare technology, come meet the companies helping practice managers reach the next level.
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Fall Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Retired US Navy Commander Mary Kelly, Ph.D.; consultant, speaker, leadership coach and author Rich Schlentz; and Curi Chief Legal Officer David Sousa will be joining us in Asheville. Learn more about these NCMGMA conference favorites! Watch for more speakers coming soon!
Our host hotel is the Renaissance Asheville Hotel, located at 31 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC 28801. Our discounted group rate is $200 per night for a single/double room (plus taxes). Hotel reservations can be made online by clicking on the link below. Reservations must be made no later than September 15th for the discounted rate.
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
The North Carolina Medical Group Management Association (NCMGMA) is proud to partner with First Citizens Bank to present the 8th Annual Practice of the Year Award, to be presented on the evening of Thursday, October 7th during the Fall Conference networking reception at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel.
This award recognizes a medical group practice that has made a significant contribution to their community, patients and/or staff through volunteer work, indigent clinics, fundraisers, staff wellness programs, community clean-ups, community screenings and education (internal & external), etc.
Award recipient will receive:
An attractive award piece.
A donation to be made in the practice’s name to their charity of choice.
Public recognition at the NCMGMA Fall Conference, to be held October 6-8 in Asheville, NC.
Promotion through a press release to national trade and consumer media.
Recognition on our e-news site, NCMGMA News.
To submit your nomination for the 2021 Practice of the Year Award, please access the printable form at the link below and return it to the NCMGMA office at Melissa@ncmgm.org by 5:00 PM on August 6, 2021.
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