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Dr Knickman is a national expert on health policy and a leading contributor to published literature on assessing the impact of philanthropic and social investments on health care improvement. An active philanthropy executive, scholar, and community leader, Dr. Knickman advocates for improving services for homeless families, elders, and individuals with HIV. He currently serves as the President and CEO of the NYS Health Foundation. He previously served as chairman of the Robert Wood Johnson Health System in New Brunswick, New Jersey. |
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John Rugge, MD |
Dr. Rugge, CEO of Hudson Headwaters Health Network, is nationally recognized for his work in developing community-based systems of health care. Dr. Rugge has served as senior health policy advisor to state and federal government. He is a member of the Health and Human Services Medicaid Commission and Chairman of the Governor’s Health Care Advisory Board. He has also served as President of the Community Health Care Association and is a member of the New York State Hospital Review and Planning Council. |
 Richard Daines, MD |
Dr. Daines, Commissioner of NYS Department of Health heads one of the nation's leading public health agencies with a budget of approximately $49 billion. Under his leadership, the Department of Health administers the state's public health insurance programs, regulates hospitals and other health care facilities, conducts research in a premier biomedical laboratory, and supports public health prevention initiatives. During the past year he helped shape significant health care reforms that were adopted in the state budget, including increased access to health insurance coverage for the uninsured, greater emphasis on primary and preventive care, quality improvement initiatives, and investment in health information technology. He is currently leading an effort to reform health care through more effective local health care planning. |
Policy Forum
The rural healthcare delivery system is vital to both the physical and economic well-being of our communities. Our system is faced with dramatic structural changes at all levels. The voices of rural health must be heard in shaping a successful vision for the health of rural New York.
Educational Tracks
Track I: Wellness: Creating a culture of healthy living.
Track II. Community Development: Educating, enabling, and empowering to affect community change.
Track III. Sustainability: Integrating natural systems with human patterns and celebrating continuity, uniqueness, and place-making.
Click here for detailed descriptions of break out sessions.
Networking Opportunities
Exhibitor Luncheon: Monday, September 13th
This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your organization’s role in rural health and to network with other agencies, organizations, and individuals.
Awards Dinner: Monday, September 13th
Join us for dinner as we recognize individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to NYSARH and rural New Yorkers
Annual Meeting Luncheon: Tuesday, September 14th Join us for lunch as we formally seat 2011 Board of Directors and hear from NYS Department of Health Commissioner, Dr. Richard Daines.
Walk/Jog/Run: Tuesday, September 14th
Enjoy the foothills of the Catskills and give your body a boost during a jog/walk in support of NYSARH.
For more information:
- Conference Schedule
- Conference Highlights
- Sponsor Package
- Exhibitor Package
- Exhibitor Package
- Registration & Accomodations
- Conference Brochure (PDF)
- Growing Healthy Communities Overview
