NHS Hosts Jesuit University Conference
The Department of Health Systems Administration at NHS—under the leadership of department chair Gary Filerman and master's degree candidate Kenneth West (G'09)—hosted a two-day conference to look at ethics and values in health services coursework. The event, which took place in St. Mary's Hall from Jan. 17-18, included faculty and leadership from Georgetown University, Saint Louis University, University of Scranton, and Xavier University. In addition, William L. Thomas, executive vice president for medical affairs at MedStar Health, and Douglas P. Cropper, executive vice president at Inova Health System, spoke. To kick off the session, NHS Dean Bette Keltner offered welcome remarks. "The fact that things are changing [in the health care industry] presents an opportunity for those of us who have truly wanted to embed a philosophy in operations in a new way," said Keltner. "It is not terribly difficult to balance the books," she said. "The challenge is can we do this and include health care services for all people who need it. I am absolutely delighted that you could join us. It's really a privilege to be able to welcome you to Georgetown University."
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