During the #CMSA2022 Annual Conference, the leadership of the organization officially transitioned during a gavel exchange ceremony from outgoing President Melanie Prince to incoming President Dr. Colleen Morley.

Immediate Past President Melanie Prince has spent her two years as president advancing both CMSA and the professional practice of case management by strengthening the foundation of the organization with great focus on the 3-C platform she originally ran on for president – community, connectedness and collaborations.

• A stronger sense of community among chapters as regional formats are embraced, and the new Fellows, who will lead case management into the next decades.
• Re-connecting with the wisdom and leadership of CMSA past presidents via the Legacy Leaders Council, connecting programs to meet the practical needs of case managers, such as the new CMSA Boot Camp program, and connecting chapter leadership with monthly coffee connects.
• Establishing formal collaborations with partners and other professional organizations who embrace CMSA’s mission.

CMSA President Dr. Colleen Morley has set the theme for her presidency as "disruptive innovation" for both profession and association. Her focus will be on advocacy, whether advocating for the patient, client, family, or for the profession of case management through impactful storytelling, outreach, and new ideas.

• The impact of case management interventions that lead to better health outcomes.
• Case managers recognized and included as a critical member of the interprofessional, transdisciplinary team.
• Awareness of the public on the value of a case manager and how to connect when needed.

Dr. Morley will serve as CMSA President through 2024. Check back here monthly to view the progress made and resulting growth of your professional organization as CMSA begins to execute a new strategic plan.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person in Orlando, and to those who tuned in virtually! It was wonderful to be together again, and we look forward to what’s to come. We are stronger together!

For #CMSA2022 conference highlights or to relive the amazing memories made, visit CMSA socials on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

The results of the 2022 Case Management Salary & Trends Survey were released at the 2022 CMSA Annual Conference!

With more than 2,000 respondents, this comprehensive survey gives insight into how case managers view their role, their organizations and industry trends. 

View the full report HERE.

Food insecurity, the lack of consistent access to enough food to live an active and healthy life, impacts 15-18% of households in the U.S. Food insecurity is associated with 10 of the mostly costly and deadly preventable diseases. Learn more about the programs and benefits available to minimize food insecurity and improve overall health of at-risk populations.   

CMSA Members: $0 / Non-Members: $0
Earn 1 Hr CCM, RN, and SW CEs

Tuesday, July 26th at 12pm ET

PRESENTER INFORMATION:

Bushra Davila, MBA, RD, LDN, is the Vice President of Clinical Program and Product Development at GA Foods. She is a registered dietitian and an expert in nutrition education, program development, and product brand management. Her work focuses on diet and nutrition, digestive health, and food as medicine principles. 

CMSA is committed to supporting policy that affects case management but can’t do it alone. Efforts to enact change are best influenced at the local or state level. Communicating to both the national legislature and state/local policymakers is critical to ensure that the voice of the case manager is heard and that we have a seat at the table for decisions that affect patients and families.

Join a panel of CMSA leaders as they share their real-life experiences with local advocacy. Hear best practices for getting started and making a difference, including what to do…and what not to do…to affect policy change on the local level, individually and within your chapter.

CMSA Members: $0 / Non-Members: $0
Earn 1 Hr CCM, RN, and SW CEs

Wednesday, July 27th at 12 p.m. ET

MODERATOR: Susan Plough, PHCNS-BC, MSN, CCM

PANELISTS: Eric Bergman, RN, BA, CCM; Debra Emery, BS, CCM, CBIS; Joan Sevy Majers, CCM, SNP, FACHE; Connie Sunderhaus, RN-BC, CCM; Joan Westgor, MSN, RN, CCM

IT'S NOT TOO LATE: There's still time to register for the digital component of the CMSA Annual Conference!
  
As a digital attendee you will have access to:

• Over 50 CEs
• 3 Recorded Keynote Sessions 
• Recorded CMSA Annual Meeting
• 3 Recorded Symposia
• 9 Prerecorded Digital Sessions
• 34 Recordings of All In-person Education Sessions 

Learn and Earn through August 31st!

WINNER OF THE 2022 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR CONFERENCE PLANNING: CMSA CHICAGO

With 2021 being a unique year due to COVID, the 28th Annual CMSA Chicago Conference provided the opportunity to hold Chicago's first virtual conference. The conference provided 8.0 RN/SW CE including 3.0 ethics hours to assist attendees in meeting their licensure/certification needs. The theme was "Elevate, Educate, Empower." The phenomenonal slate of speakers presented topics on the trends, issues and challenges faced in healthcare. CMSA Chicago exceeded their goals in both attendees and exhibitors and received indcredibly positive feedback from participants. Congratulations, CMSA Chicago!

WINNER OF THE 2022 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING: SOUTHERN OHIO VALLEY CHAPTER of the CMSA

During the pandemic, the Southern Ohio Valley Chapter of the CMSA (along with many other chapters), faced a challenge to provide continuing education for members. Southern Ohio Valley CMSA joined with five CMSA chapters — Greater Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo, Chicago, Cleveland, Minneapolis and Fort Wayne, IN — to provide a high-quality presentation by a pioneer in care transitions, Dr. Eric Coleman, MD, MPH. Non-members were invited to demonstrate the benefits of belonging to CMSA. The quality of this presentation along with the inter-chapter collaboration met the SOV chapter's vision, goals, and mission and is a great example of collaboration to provide quality education for case managers. Congratulations, Southern Ohio Valley Chapter of the CMSA!

Get involved with your local chapter! Visit the Find a Chapter page on cmsa.org to connect.