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How to Make the Most of the CMSA Annual Conference & Expo Experience

Already registered or thinking about joining us for the CMSA Annual Conference, June 1-4, 2022? Here are a few ways to take advantage of everything the Conference has to offer:

Maximize your learning with access to in-person sessions offered throughout the day, and also to recorded sessions 48 hours following each event. Not able to join us in-person? No worries! There is a digital-only option for a virtual experience.

Plan your personal journey in advance utilizing the new CMSA interactive, online Itinerary Planner that makes is super easy to browse content and map out your daily schedule.

Attend the networking events to catch up with old friends, meet new ones, and have some fun. It’s been too long since we were all together!

Visit with Conference Exhibitors to find out what new innovative resources and products are now available for you.

Start each day with yoga to refresh and prepare for each day.

Access over 52 CEs presented live June 1-4, and on-demand through August 31st – Check out the CMSA Annual Conference CE Recap for full details.

Make the Most of #CMSA2022

 
 

LOOKING TO HONE YOUR CASE MANAGEMENT SKILLS?

Make plans to join us for the first-of-its-kind Case Management Boot Camp, June 1, 2022.

If you have been a case manager for five years or less, are looking to change your area of practice, or want to advance your professional growth, this course is for you! With interactive and engaging learning with real-life scenarios and practical application, the inaugural CM Boot Camp program is scheduled as a preconference session to the CMSA Annual Conference held in-person June 1-4, 2022 at the Gaylord Palms in Kissimmee (Orlando-area), Florida.

Find out more information on CM Boot Camp in the CMSA 2022 Annual Conference Brochure and make plans to join us!

 
 
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Publication Portal

We've had three incredible issues of CMSA Today 2022, covering Human Reources, Mental Health, and Wellness — topics that are top of mind for case managers.

These topics and much more will be discussed during the upcoming CMSA 2022 Annual Conference. Get a taste of the innovative and informational content you'll find there in three of our top articles from our first quarter:

"The Great Exodus Hitting Case Management" by Tiffany Ferguson, LMSW, CMAC, ACM, and Marianne DiMola

"Integrating Physical and Mental Social Determinants of Health" by Rebecca Perez, MSN, RN, CCM

"Mental Health and Traumatic Brain Injuries: A Closer Look" by Lynne Becker, MSPH, and Hannah Burgess, MPH

 
Chapter Connection

CMSA Chicago made the most of their return to in-person conferences with 390 registered attendees and a sold out exhibit hall. They featured breakout sessions for the first time and had nine incredible speakers on a wide variety of topics from practice to legislative policy.

CMSA Chicago continues to be the first professional organization in their area to provide new required topics.

Award Winners:

New Case Manager of the Year: Patricia O'Dean Evans, RN, and Jennifer Axelson, LCSW

Affiliate Member of the Year: Aishling Dalton Kelly

Patricia Genardo Award of Chapter Service Excellence: Patricia O'Connor, RN

Congratulations CMSA Chicago!

 
Calendar of Events
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Apr 2022
 
Join us as we explore the meaning of professionalism, the path to achieving new skills and growing your capabilities. FREE to EVERYONE! 1 Hour CE: CCM, RN; 12PM Eastern
19
May 2022
 
Join CMSA Public Policy Chair Susan Plough as she reviews the importance of grassroots advocacy, defines the process for success and shares real-life examples of what to do...and what not to do. FREE to EVERYONE! 1 Hr CE: CCM, RN, SW; 11AM Eastern
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Jun 2022
 
Make plans to join us for the first-of-its-kind Case Management Boot Camp, June 1, 2022. If you have been a case manager for five years or less, are looking to change your area of practice or advancing your professional growth, this course is for you!
1
Jun 2022
 
This day is designed specifically for active military and veteran, Veterans Administration and Department of Defense case managers. Join us in person as we gather back together and charge forward in the new world.
2
Jun 2022
 
Join us In PERSON at the 2022 CMSA Annual Conference – June 1-4 at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Florida!
3
Jun 2022
 
More than 52 CEs available with incredible Keynotes, Symposia, Panel Discussions, Networking events, Exhibit Hall, Opening Reception, Prizes and much more!
4
Jun 2022
 
Reunite with friends and colleagues after almost 3 years. It's been too long and we can't wait to see you!
 
Thank You

 
  River

A commitment to professional growth and leadership development is critical to your success and your clients’ health improvements.

Join us as we explore the meaning of professionalism, the path to achieving new skills and growing your capabilities.

FREE to EVERYONE!

1 Hour CE: RN, CCM

April 28th

12PM Eastern

  River

With 52+ CEs available at this year's CMSA Annual Conference, it is the ultimate educational opportunity of the year.

Add in the beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort, Orlando, FL, and seeing friends and colleagues for the first time in years, how can you miss it?

Register today, claim your spot and get ready to experience the premier case management event of 2022.

Sign up by May 2nd to save up to $100 with the Early Bird Rate!

  River

Join CMSA Public Policy Chair Susan Plough as she reviews the importance of grassroots advocacy, defines the process for success and shares real-life examples of what to do…and what not to do. 

It takes everyone working together to ensure that the voice of the case manager is heard.

FREE to EVERYONE!

1 Hour CE: RN, SW, CCM

May 19th

11AM Eastern

  River

When you improve patient engagement, you improve outcomes.

Motivational Interviewing is a key element in improving engagement, developed specifically for patients who are either ambivalent or resistant to change regarding these health behaviors.

This Motivational Interviewing course gives you the tools you need and provides 8 hours of CEs at a discounted member rate!

Member Price:  $99
Non-member Price: $125