Driving Rural Healthcare Excellence - Inside the Delta Regional Community Health Systems Development Program
2025-10-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Healthcare leaders are invited to an informative webinar highlighting the Delta Regional Community Health Systems Development (DRCHSD) Program. Funded through a $10 million annual federal grant, this initiative supports rural hospitals, clinics, and FQHCs across eight Southern states by addressing financial, operational, quality, and revenue cycle challenges through expert consulting and tailored action plans. Participants will gain insight into the program’s structure, eligibility, and the comprehensive commitment required of organizations accepted into the three- to four-year program. Led by Carmen Cooper-Oguz, MBA, DPT, FACHE, this session will showcase how DRCHSD drives measurable improvements in rural healthcare sustainability and outcomes.

Learning Objectives

Explain the purpose, funding, and scope of the Delta Regional Community Health Systems Development (DRCHSD) Program and its impact on rural healthcare organizations across eight Southern states.
Describe the program’s assessment and planning process, including how expert consultants address financial, operational, quality, and workforce challenges through customized strategies and action plans.
Outline the eligibility, participation requirements, and expected outcomes for healthcare organizations accepted into the three- to four-year DRCHSD Program.

2025-10-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
The UMMC Telehealth Center of Excellence will host an upcoming national webinar focused on sustainable telehealth models that expand access to care in rural communities.
What You’ll Learn:

The unique challenges rural populations face in accessing care—and how telehealth bridges the gap.
Identify hub-and-spoke and network-based approaches for telehealth integration.
Strategies for aligning telehealth with community health priorities and system-wide goals.
Practical steps for embedding telehealth into rural delivery systems and measuring impact through utilization, outcomes, and cost savings.

This webinar will provide valuable insights for hospitals, clinics, policymakers, and other stakeholders committed to advancing access through telehealth.

2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
We’re excited to invite you to a free, live webinar exploring how telehealth can be a powerful tool in delivering trauma-informed care to children. This session will offer practical insights, evidence-based strategies, and real-world considerations for working with children and families affected by trauma. For more information and other upcoming trainings, visit telehealthfortrauma.com.

NCTRC Webinar - Beyond the Pilot: Growing a Telehealth Program in Alaska’s Correctional Facilities
2025-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Join speakers from the Alaska Department of Corrections (AK DOC) and the National Telehealth Technology Assessment Center as they discuss the unique opportunities, challenges, and milestones encountered while deploying telehealth technologies in Alaska Correctional Facilities. Key topics will include benefits and attributes of telehealth in a correctional environment, lessons learned in assessing and deploying telehealth cart solutions, addressing broadband and access challenges, and how to engage with key staff for improved technology outcomes.

UMMC Project ECHO Series- Dentistry
2025-10-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Program Overview
The purpose of the dentistry learning community model (DLCM) is to provide patient case-based information to pediatric dentists, general dentists, and nurses practicing in rural communities. In a needs assessment survey of rural Mississippi dentists, education in pediatric dentistry was a high priority area of need identified by the participants. The DLCM will enhance the care capabilities of rural dentists nd nurses by focusing on a major disease burden – childhood dental caries. Health care providers (dentists and nurses) need to be aware of current best practices for enhancing the care capabilities of rural dentists and nurses by focusing on a major disease burden.
Topics Covered

Pragmatic Oral Surgery for the General Dentist
Diagnosing Oral Cancer
Digital Workflow in Restorative Dentistry

Target Audience

Dentists
Pediatric Dentists
Dental Assistants
Dental Hygienists
Primary Care Providers
Nurses

Accreditation Information
Dentists/ Dental Assistants/ Dental Hygienists—The University of Mississippi School of Dentistry is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. University of Mississippi School of Dentistry designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credits. Nurses—The University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by The Mississippi Nurses Foundation Inc. an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. As an approved provider, the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing awards this educational activity (1) contact hour(s).
HRSA Acknowledgment
“This presentation was made possible by grant number U6631459 from the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, Health Resources and Services Administration, DHHS”
Contact Information

13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina
2025-10-28 08:00 - 2025-10-30 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Palmetto Care Connections for the 13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina, taking place October 28-30, 2025, at the historic Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston. This premier event brings together healthcare leaders, policymakers, educators, and innovators from across the state and beyond to explore how telehealth is transforming access to care—especially in rural and underserved communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and lead the future of telehealth in South Carolina and beyond.

Telehealth 101: The Easy Basics of Telehealth and Telemedicine
2025-10-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
The easy basics of telehealth and telemedicine as presented by the South Central Telehealth Resource Center!

UMMC & Hometown Pediatric Dermatology - ECHO Series
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Overview: This project aims to improve the treatment of pediatric skin conditions including eczema, acne, birthmarks, warts, and other pediatric skin diseases with the intended target audience of rural healthcare providers in the Upper Midwest. Since over 30% of visits to primary care for children, a skin-related complaint is noted, and for nearly 60% of those patients, it is their chief complaint; this ECHO aims to expand expertise for pediatricians, family medicine physicians, and APPs in assessing and treating pediatric skin conditions. Primary care professionals join board-certified pediatric dermatologists to discuss best practices and evidence-based approaches to pediatric skin disease and create an ongoing learning collaborative to empower primary care clinicians to deliver high-quality skin disease treatment. Each session consists of a mini-lecture followed by a discussion of attendee-provided patient cases with a pediatric dermatologist. Early access to expert care saves lives, reduces healthcare costs, and improves access to care for children and teens. There are fewer than 400 board-certified, practicing pediatric dermatologists in the United States, with zero in Montana, North Dakota, or South Dakota; and one in Idaho and Wyoming, in some states, such as Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan there are a few pediatric dermatologists, but they are clustered in urban areas. The distances are often too far for families to reasonably travel to seek specialty care, given the size of the states and the challenges with winter weather (which lasts for up to 6 months per year).
Topics Covered

Atopic Dermatitis
Topical treatments for pediatric and adolescent acne
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Molluscum Contagiosum
Moles and Sun Protection
Impetigo

Link: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1701792008640ZWOPNQ6LUA
Target Audience: Pediatric and Family Primary care clinicians, nurses or other interested healthcare providers in areas with limited pediatric dermatology access across the Upper Midwest. There is no geographic restriction for participation.
Community Clinicians will get CME/CEU in a virtual learning network through the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
The planners and speaker for today have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases in the Community - ECHO Series
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-04 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Program Overview
Mississippi has the highest rate of STI’s (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis) in the United States. Mississippi has seen a remarkable increase in syphilis in recent years, including a > 1000% increase in congenital syphilis since 2016. Community physicians and practitioners lack key information and are unaware of many resources available to help diagnose and treat STD’s. This project will train community providers, throughout MS in the diagnosis, prevention, and management of STDs.

Topics Covered

Congenital syphilis
Epidemiology of STIs
Identifying and managing syphilis in adults
Gonorrhea and chlamydia
HIV Prevention – PrEP
STD prevention DoxyPEP
The other STD’s – trichomonas, M genitalium, BV

Target Audience

Physicians
Physician Assistants
Nurse Practitioners
Social Workers

Certification & Credits
Attending community clinicians will get free CE in a virtual learning network through the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
HRSA Acknowledgment: This program is made possible by grant number U6631459, Telehealth Centers of Excellence from the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, Health Resources and Services Administration, DHHS
Contact Information
For more information, please get in touch with us at tdobbs@umc.ed or divory@umc.edu

2025 Mississippi Rural Health Golf Tournament
2025-11-19 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
The Mississippi Rural Health Association will host a pre-conference golf tournament, open to all members and vendors. You may register as either an individual player or a foursome team. Trophies will be awarded to the first- and second-place finishing teams.
This registration page is only for those who wish to register for the golf tournament and not for the full Mississippi Rural Health Conference.

30th Annual Mississippi Rural Health Annual Conference + Maternal Health Conference
2025-11-19 08:00 - 2025-11-21 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Sheraton Hotel and Convention Center, 2200 Refuge Blvd., Flowood, MS, 39232, United States
We are excited to announce that the 30th Annual Mississippi Rural Health Annual Conference will be held at the beautiful Sheraton Convention Center in Flowood, MS on November 19-21, 2025. This highly anticipated event is the largest rural health conference in the state, and this year, it promises to be more impactful than ever before.
This conference is an incredible opportunity for healthcare professionals, leaders, and stakeholders who are committed to improving the health and well-being of Mississippi’s rural communities. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into rural healthcare challenges and solutions, hear from top experts in the field, and be part of an inspiring and dynamic environment that fosters collaboration and progress.

Rural Health Association of Tennessee's 2025 31st Annual Conference
2025-11-19 08:00 - 2025-11-21 17:00 (America/Chicago)
The Rural Health Association of Tennessee invites you to join us in Sevierville, Tennessee, this November for our 31st Annual Conference. With our extension of the early bird rate to Sept. 15, there is no better time than now to register.
This conference appeals to a diverse array of rural stakeholders with sessions to offer compelling educational content on topics for rural healthcare providers and advocates. This year, we are providing tracks specifically tailored to professionals in rural health, which include:

Maternal Health
Clinic/Hospital
Healthy Aging
Mental/Behavioral Health
School Health

National Rural Health Day
2025-11-20 00:00 - 23:30 (America/Chicago)
The South Central Telehealth Resource Center is proud to join communities across America in celebration of National Rural Health Day (NRHD) on November 20, 2025. The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and rural-focused organizations throughout the United States set aside the third Thursday of November to recognize NRHD. This annual event is an opportunity to celebrate the “Power of Rural” and honor the individuals and organizations dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of nearly 61 million people living in rural America.

Burnout & Telemental Health: Re-Connecting to Ourselves while Connecting to Others
2025-11-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Burnout is ubiquitous in all aspects of health care, but telemental health has its own unique challenges. Technology allows us to rapidly connect with patients anywhere in the country, and yet technology also can, paradoxically, isolate us (working from home, without colleagues), emotionally distance us from others (limiting emotional and non-verbal communication), and make us more sedentary and disconnected from our bodies. This talk will explore ways of mitigating telemental health burnout through enhancing human connection with ourselves and with patients.

ATA EDGE 2025 Policy Conference
2025-12-10 08:00 - 2025-12-12 17:00 (America/Chicago)
There’s a lot happening in Washington right now—and it’s reshaping virtual care. New policies. Shifting priorities. Big decisions. A new era of telehealth is being written in real time—and now is the time to make virtual care permanent.
Join us at ATA EDGE 2025, the nation’s premier digital health policy forum, where healthcare leaders, policymakers, and innovators come together to cut through the noise and shape what’s next. From emerging regulations to long-term strategy, EDGE is where it all comes into focus—and where you need to be.
EDGE is not just a policy conference—it’s a policy catalyst.This is your front-row seat to a new era of care delivery. Join the leaders driving telehealth forward and leave with the insights and strategies to influence what’s next.

Inside access: Telemedicine for incarcerated patients
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
In recognition of HIV Awareness Month this December, this webinar explores how telemedicine is strengthening HIV care delivery and outcomes in the Arizona Department of Corrections (ADOC) system. This webinar will explore benefits of telemedicine in correctional systems—including improved management of chronic and infectious diseases such as HIV—while comparing virtual care to traditional brick-and-mortar models. Participants will learn how telemedicine supports patient engagement, enhances safety, and creates opportunities for experienced clinicians to meaningfully contribute to correctional health.
Learning Objectives:

Describe clinical, operational, and security advantages of telemedicine in correctional healthcare settings compared to traditional in-person models.
Identify common implementation challenges—including technology, staffing, and workflow considerations—and strategies used to overcome them in prison telemedicine programs.
Apply best practices for tele-triage, clinical decision-making, and interprofessional collaboration to effectively manage patient needs within correctional environments.

Keeping Care Local Via Telenephrology
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
Rural hospitals often lack nephrology coverage or dialysis capabilities, forcing patients with end-stage renal disease and other kidney conditions to travel elsewhere for care. Telenephrology provides 24/7 access to nephrologists and supports local staff in delivering dialysis when needed. This session will review how such programs improve access to specialty care, maintain continuity for patients, and enhance outcomes in rural settings.

Outcome Objectives
• Understand impact of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease on U.S. healthcare and on the state of Arizona.
• Describe why nephrology is an ideal fit for telemedicine and options for introducing a telenephrology program.
• Explain how telenephrology is helping rural hospitals stay vital and financially stable in their communities.

TeleBehavioral Health 2025: Adapting Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp) for Telehealth Delivery
2025-12-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
TeleBehavioral Health 2025 Training Series is a free twelve-part webinar series open to anyone providing services to individuals who live with mental health and substance use issues. This Zoom-based series takes place the third Friday of each month, January through December 2025, from 11 am – 12 pm (PT). You are invited to attend all webinars, but you will need to register for each webinar separately.

Cybersecurity 101 for Telemedicine: Protecting Patients, Providers, and Platforms
2025-12-16 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
This one-hour session introduces the essential principles of cybersecurity through the specific lens of telemedicine, where patient care and digital technology intersect. Participants will explore the most common cyber threats facing telehealth environments, including phishing, ransomware, unsecured devices, and vulnerabilities in virtual care platforms. The session will break down how these risks impact clinical operations, data privacy, and patient trust, offering practical strategies that organizations of all sizes can implement. Attendees will learn best practices for safeguarding patient information, strengthening authentication protocols, and ensuring secure communication between providers and patients. By the end of the training, participants will understand the foundational elements of cybersecurity in telemedicine and leave with actionable steps to enhance security, reduce risk, and improve overall digital readiness in their organization.
Attendance is free for members. Non-member fees include a one-year individual membership in the association

On Demand | 2024 Mississippi Rural Health Clinic Conference: Virtual
2025-12-31 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
The Rural Health Clinic Conference is a special meeting designed specifically for the rural health clinic members of the Mississippi Rural Health Association. Attendees will hear from industry experts, take part in interactive workshops, and network with their peers.
This conference will feature multiple plenary sessions on billing/coding, compliance, operation management, patient experience, marketing, and tips and strategies for improving care.

Telehealth Policy in 2026
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
This webinar will provide an update on telehealth federal and state policy as well as what we could expect to see in 2026.

Telehealth Policy In 2026
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
This webinar will provide an update on telehealth federal and state policy, as well as what we could expect to see in 2026.

Telehealth Roundup: Mobile Health Units in the South Central Region
2026-01-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Register today for our panel discussion that will dive into the world of Mobile Health Units! Join subject matter experts Denton Thompson, MBA RN, with the UAMS Mobile Health Units, Sonja Fuqua, PhD, RN, PCMH CCE, with the Community Health Center Association of Mississippi, and Diana Dedmon, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AFN-C with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Together we will discuss MHUs and their impact on communities!

Telehealth & Digital Medicine: Managing Risks in Enforcement, Investigations, and Compliance | Session 1
2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Digital health companies are increasingly facing regulatory scrutiny as government enforcement priorities shift to the telemedicine industry. This webinar will cover the following topics:

Telehealth is a top government enforcement priority.
Digital health tools (AI, apps, Software as a Medical Device) create regulatory exposure.
Whistleblowers fuel investigations, often before the government acts.
Early response and strong compliance programs materially change outcomes.

Speakers: Vanessa Singh Johannes, Evan Hellman, and Elizabeth Gallio

Cybersecurity and Privacy: Latest Trends for the Telehealth and Digital Health Industry | Session 2
2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Cybersecurity threats and privacy compliance remain top priorities for digital health companies. This webinar will cover the following topics:

The latest cybersecurity threats for the telehealth and digital health industry, including attack vectors and incident response best practices.
Emerging topics in privacy compliance and enforcement for the telehealth and digital health industry.
Government enforcement and litigation focused on cybersecurity and privacy matters.

Speakers: Jennifer Hennessy, Aaron Maguregui, and Joe Swanson

Navigating Payor-Provider Disputes in Digital Health: What Digital Health Companies Need to Know | Sessions 3
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Disputes with payors can be stressful, costly, and at times existential for a digital health company. This webinar will focus on what telehealth companies and vendors should be aware of when faced with a payor dispute. Topics of discussion will include:

Proactive Risk Management. Identify common dispute triggers and implement preventative strategies; and understand payor contract terms and audit risks.
Strategic Legal Involvement. When and how to engage legal counsel for maximum impact and understanding the pros/cons of different forums (mediation, arbitration, litigation).
Litigation Landscape & Trends. What to expect at each state of a payor-provider dispute (e.g., pre-payment audits, claims adjudication, other scenarios – breach) and emerging trends and real-world “war stories” to prepare for what’s coming.

Speakers: T.J. Ferrante, Geoff Raux, Lauren Carboni
