About The Conference
Welcome to the ONSMS 134th Annual Scientific Meeting! Join us for a virtual gathering of physicians and other medical professionals from NC and surrounding areas. This year we are hosting our annual scientific meeting with a focus on the integration of technology into clinical practice with a focus on artificial intelligence impact on the health issues of the minority populations of North Carolina. Register now to secure your spot!
Key Objectives
1. Participants will analyze healthcare disparities affecting our black communities and examine the causes of these disparities, including implicit bias of providers, historical trauma of African Americans, and lack of diversity within the healthcare workforce.
2. Participants will recognize and compare the history of the African American race to modern day outcomes and associate the epidemiology of Black American health
3. Participants will apply learned evidence-based strategies with African American healthcare leaders across the nation in order to continue improving the health of African Americans
4. Participants will explain how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is integrated into the healthcare field.
5. Participants will be able to identify the consequences of AI in healthcare on minority populations.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen stands as a changemaker in healthcare innovation, as a triple-board certified physician executive leader within the evolving realm of digital health. As a digital health risk management consultant at Digital Risk Compliance Solutions, she’s working to help organizations navigate the landscape intelligently. She also serves as the Chief Medical Officer of the women’s health startup, Emme. With notable collaborations that include unicorn founders and a hand in technologies now surpassing $1 billion in value, Dr. DeRouen’s impact extends beyond business: she’s the voice behind the influential podcast The Prospective Doctor. First, a two-time best-selling co-author, and now the author of “Risk Proofing Digital Health: A Guide to Ensuring Quality and Compliance.” She is also the visionary behind the popular TEDx talk seen by >100k called “Did Disney Just Save Healthcare? Imagine This.” Dr. DeRouen is on a mission to redefine healthcare for the digital age, ensuring it’s efficient, safe, and accessible to all.
Who Should Come?
Present And Future Leaders In Health Care
Present And Future Leaders In Health Care
Healthcare Providers including Internists, Family Practice Physicians, and Advanced Practice Providers including Pas and NPs, Nurses, Cardiologists, OB/GYN Physicians/providers, and Certified Mid-Wives as well as Community Members, Residents, Medical Students, and Health System Administration, and Community Health Workers Program.
Dr. Shackleford
“We will work relentlessly to combat the numerous health inequities found in disparate communities in North Carolina. We are stronger as a sum!”
Program Goals
Advancing Healthcare, Equity and Knowledge
Advancing Healthcare, Equity and Knowledge
The purpose of this program is two-fold: 1) provide updates regarding major advances and findings in the treatment of disease and standards of care and 2) provide models for practice effectiveness and efficiency that ensures adherence to government regulations and positive outcomes for patients.
Become A Sponsor
Donation Amount: Over $15,000
TERABYTE sponsors have a five-minute opportunity to address participants at the Friday night assembly. TERABYTE sponsors receive designation as TERABYTE contributors in the souvenir program; the individual or company’s name is prominently displayed on signage in the exhibition area; name appears in promotional materials and on the website. Company receives a complimentary exhibit booth space and a full page ad in the souvenir program. The TERABYTE sponsor receives designation as a 2024 TERABYTE sponsor of the Annual Scientific Meeting.
Donation Amount: $10,000-$14,999
GIGABYTE sponsors receive designation as GIGABYTE contributors in the souvenir program; the individual or company name is prominently displayed on signage in the exhibition area; name appears in promotional materials and on the website; receives a complimentary exhibit booth space and a full page ad in the souvenir program. The GIGABYTE sponsor receives designation as a 2024 GIGABYTE sponsor of the Annual Scientific Meeeting.
Donation Amount: $7,000 – $9,999
MEGABYTE sponsors receive designation as MEGABYTE contributors in the souvenir program; the individual or company name is prominently displayed on signage in the exhibition area; name appears in promotional materials and on the website; receives a complimentary exhibit booth space and a 1/2 page ad in the souvenir program. The MEGABYTE sponsor receives designation as a 2024 MEGABYTE sponsor of the Annual Scientific Meeting.
Donation Amount: $4,000 – $6,999
KILOBYTE sponsors receive designation as KILOBYTE contributors in the souvenir program; the individual or company name is prominently displayed on signage in the exhibition area; name appears in promotional materials and on the website; receives a complimentary exhibit booth space and a 1/4 page ad in the souvenir program booklet. The KILOBYTE sponsor receives designation as a 2024 KILOBTYE sponsor of the Annual Scientific Meting.
Donation Amount: $1,000 – $3,999
BYTE sponsors receive designation as BYTE contributors in the souvenir program; the individual or company name is prominently displayed on signage in the exhibition area; name appears in promotional materials and on the website. BYTE sponsors receive 1/4 page ad in the souvenir program.
Please Mail Checks To:
Old North State Medical Society
Attn: Zenobia Edwards, Executive Director
101 Elm Street, Suite 60, Greensboro, NC 27401
Our Sponsors
Disclosure:
Greensboro AHEC adheres to the ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC Standards regarding industry support of continuing education. Disclosure of the planning committee and faculty’s commercial relationships, if any, will be made known at the time of the activity. Speakers will also state when off-label or experimental use of drugs or devices is incorporated in their presentation. Greensboro Area Health Education Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 10.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accreditation:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essentials and Standards of the North Carolina Medical Society through the joint providership of Greensboro AHEC and The Old North State Medical Society. The Greensboro AHEC is accredited by the NCMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians.