Communications

(April 3, 2026) – Registration is now open for two upcoming events hosted by the American College of Healthcare Executives of Kansas. These events are open to all Kansas hospital and health care leaders, including those that are not currently ACHE members.

Join healthcare leaders on April 14 in Overland Park for a morning educational session and networking coffee from 8:00-10:00 a.m. on Sustainable Strategies for Today’s Healthcare Workforce. As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, ACHE of Kansas, is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE In Person Education credit toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives. All ACHE members and non-members are invited to join.

Workforce Panelists:

• Rob Brinkerhoff | AMN Healthcare | C-Suite Practice Leader, Moderator
• Beth Alpers | University of Missouri Health Care | Chief Human Resources Officer
• Patrick Avila, FACHE | Ascension Via Christi Manhattan | President
• Shannon Kuczynski | Boone Health | Chief Nurse Executive

Additionally, ACHE of Kansas is hosting a Spring Learning Session on AI in Health Care from 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on May 6 in Topeka. Building on last year's strong interest, this year's program will feature three expert panel discussions designed to move beyond concepts and into actionable strategies:

• Practical Applications and Enablement – Hear real-world insights from hospital and health system leaders who are actively deploying AI tools to enhance clinical workflows, improve operational efficiency and elevate patient experience. This panel will highlight what's working, what's not and the lessons learned from early adoption.
• AI & Workforce Optimization – Explore how AI is reshaping staffing models, augmenting clinical and administrative teams and supporting a more sustainable workforce. Panelists will discuss practical use cases, from predictive staffing to documentation support, along with implications for change management and staff readiness.
• Regulatory and Legal Implications for Health Care Organizations Using AI – Gain clarity on the evolving regulatory landscape, including compliance considerations, risk mitigation strategies, transparency requirements, and legal frameworks that leaders must understand when implementing AI-enabled solutions.