Submit Abstract for Presentation in 2012

Your Opportunity for International Exposure

The Call for Proposals for the 9^th Annual World Health Care Congress is official – Take this opportunity to submit a brief synopsis of your compelling case study or strategies to be reviewed by the advisory board and potentially be featured at the 9^th Annual World Health Care Congress. The WHCC will feature over 90 in-depth sessions presenting new data, strategies and best practices to improve delivery, quality and cost-effectiveness of care. The submission deadline is Friday, July 15^th, however proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis.

The Flagship World Health Care Congress

The World Health Care Congress (WHCC) is the most prestigious meeting that convenes global thought leaders and key decision-makers to share global best practices in an elite networking forum resulting in an exchange of valuable strategies to improve quality and cost-effectiveness. The 9^th Annual World Health Care Congress, held April 16-18, 2012, will convene over 2,000 CEOs, senior executives and government officials from all sectors of health care including the nation's largest employers, hospitals, health systems, health plans, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and leading government agencies.

Presentation Options

Do you have compelling best practices or a data-driven case study? Topics under development include:

• New Business Models in Health Care in an Era of Reform
• Consumerism, Incentives and Connectivity
• Implementation of Universal Coverage
• Innovations in Disease Management and Prevention
• Emerging Payment and Reimbursement Models
• Heath IT and Interoperability
• Strategies for Employers' Benefit Programs: Prevention, Benefit Design and Cost Management
• Employer Health and Wellness Programs and Worksite Clinics
• Compliance for Improved Reimbursement
• Tools and Strategies for Consumer Engagement
• International Best Practices
• Wireless and Online Health Delivery

Formats include: Solo or co-presentations, Interactive Panel Discussions, Panel with 3 – 4 people debating/discussing a particular topic, or Leader of/participant in an interactive Institute/committee style meeting!

Speaker Benefits

Enjoy these benefits as a speaker at the 9^th Annual World Health Care Congress!

• Network with your peers to address challenges of health care quality and cost
• Position your company as an innovator
• Reinforce your stature as a thought leader and share results of an exciting project or pilot
• Join the Insider's Reception to participate in high-level discussions with WHCC speaker faculty and VIP members
• Take advantage of unparalleled media exposure to national outlets
• Added Bonus: All selected speakers will receive complimentary admission to the entire event (a $2,000+ value).

Submission Guidelines & Deadline

For consideration, please e-mail Tara Sullivan at Tara.Sullivan@worldcongress.com with the following information by Friday, July 15^th:

• Proposed speaker name(s), job title(s), and company name(s)
• Contact information including address, phone and e-mail
• Title of presentation
• Brief overview of the presentation (1 short paragraph plus 3 - 4 bullets that illustrate audience takeaways): Please write this with the knowledge that if your proposal is selected, portions of this description will be printed in the brochure and used online to promote your participation
• Target audience(s) – Employers, Public Purchasers, Health Plans, Hospitals, Health Systems, Physician Practices, Government Regulators, Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, Military Officials, etc.
• Previous conference presentation experience and/or brief speaker biography

Or download, complete and return a submission form: PDF / Word Document

SPECIAL NOTICE TO VENDORS, CONSULTANTS & SOLUTION PROVIDERS
Whether you are looking to build awareness, generate new business or strengthen existing relationships – a presence at the World Health Care Congress will help you achieve your goals. A limited number of sessions on the program are reserved for our event sponsors. Solution providers who wish to become part of the conference agenda should contact Ron Trznadel at ron.trznadel@worldcongress.com or call 781-939-2432.

Please note that due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to respond to each submission. All those selected to participate as speakers will be notified shortly after the deadline.