Agenda
Benefits Together
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024
- Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, NS
Agenda
Benefits Together
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024
- Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, NS
Time |
Session |
|---|---|
| 12:00 p.m. AT | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| 12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. AT | LUNCH |
| 12:50 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. AT | WELCOME REMARKS David Adams Senior Vice President, Insurance Business Medavie Blue Cross |
| 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. AT | INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP PANELArtificial Intelligence: Transforming Health Care & Health Benefits The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools is gaining momentum in the health care space, supporting diagnostics and treatment, system navigation, access to care as well as the member and patient experience. Our panel of industry experts explores the important considerations and exciting opportunities for AI to transform both health care and health benefits — from improving member health outcomes to controlling plan costs. Join our panelists for a thought-provoking discussion on AI and what it means for the future of health care and benefit plan management.  Angela Johnson CEO sanoLiving  Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng Critical Care Physician | Host of the Solving Healthcare Podcast  Tammy Conistis Vice President Digital Transformation Office and Digital Direct Medavie  Paolo Korre Director, Design and Innovation, Digital Transformation Office Medavie |
| 2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. AT | WELLNESS BREAK |
| 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. AT | EXPERT FIRESIDE CHATThe new ABCs of Zzzzs: Impact of Sleep on the Workplace Sleep deprivation is a common problem, taking a serious toll on employees’ daytime energy, productivity and emotional balance. According to the 2023 Benefits Canada Healthcare Survey, 4 out of 10 plan members say improving their sleep quality is a top priority. This insightful conversation will explore the eye-opening connections between sleep, the wellbeing and productivity of today’s workforce, and benefit plan spending. Learn the main causes of poor sleep and the important actions employers can take to ensure their employees are consistently getting the Zzzzs they need to come to work feeling rested and restored.  Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe Expert on Resiliency and Workplace Wellness  Steve Cameron Regional Vice President, Business Development Medavie Blue Cross |
| 3:15 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. AT | CEO Update:A Perspective on Pharmacare Join Medavie CEO Bernard Lord, for a timely discussion on Pharmacare. Bernard Lord Chief Executive Officer Medavie |
| 3:55 p.m. – 4:10 p.m. AT | NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK |
| 4:10 p.m. – 5:10 p.m. AT | EXPERT KEYNOTEThe Resilient Employee: Preventing Stress and Burnout in Today’s Workplace With work and life stresses at all-time highs, we need new ways of supporting the physical and mental health of employees and reversing the rising trend of burnout. This session will equip employers with evidence-based strategies to help employees recognize, prevent and recover from burnout. Learn the simple, yet key steps to empower employees to take charge of their health, manage stress-inducing personality traits, and build resilience. By helping employees fortify their minds and bodies, employers can better tackle the business challenges before them with an engaged and productive workforce.  Dr. Georges Sabongui, PhD Psychologist, Behavioral Neuroscientist, LCdr Royal Canadian Navy (ret) |
| 5:10 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. AT | CLOSING REMARKSBernard Lord Chief Executive Officer Medavie |
| 5:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. AT | COCKTAIL RECEPTION |
*Agenda is subject to change