Wednesday, July 7, 2027
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration and Welcome Coffee
Registration Desk
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
The Future of Workers Recovery: From Compensation to Restoration
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Chief Medical Officer at Advanced Occupational Health
Main Ballroom
Explore the paradigm shift from traditional workers compensation to a holistic recovery-focused approach.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Networking Break
Exhibit Hall
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
AI and Predictive Analytics in Claims Management
Michael Rodriguez
SVP Claims Innovation at ClaimsTech Solutions
Jennifer Thompson Esq
Managing Partner at Thompson and Associates
Breakout Room A
Discover how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing claims triage, fraud detection, and outcome prediction.
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Legislative Update: New Laws and Upcoming Changes
David Chen
Chief Technology Officer at Pinnacle Insurance Group
Amanda Williams RN CCM
Director of Clinical Services at Premier Case Management
Conference Room 1
A comprehensive review of recent legislative changes affecting workers compensation across key states.
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
Grand Ballroom
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Building an Effective Return-to-Work Program
Robert Jackson
Principal Consultant at SafetyFirst Consulting
Dr. Lisa Park
Clinical Director at Behavioral Health Partners
Main Ballroom
Learn the essential components of a successful return-to-work program.
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Opioid Stewardship: Balancing Pain Management and Safety
Thomas Mueller
Chief Actuary at Analytics Advantage Inc
Patricia Hernandez
VP Risk and Benefits at Global Manufacturing Corp
Breakout Room A
Explore evidence-based approaches to managing chronic pain while reducing opioid dependence.
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Afternoon Break
Exhibit Hall
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Psychology of Recovery: Mental Health in Workers Comp
Kevin OBrien
CEO at Vocational Solutions Network
Breakout Room B
Understand the critical role of mental health in physical recovery.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Poolside Terrace
Thursday, July 8, 2027
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast
Grand Ballroom
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Catastrophic Claims Management Best Practices
Dr. Maria Santos
Professor of Occupational Health at State University Research Center
Breakout Room A
Navigate the complexities of catastrophic injury claims with expert guidance.
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Fraud Detection and Prevention Strategies
James Wilson
Chief Clinical Officer at PharmaCare WC Solutions
Breakout Room B
Identify red flags and implement effective investigation protocols.
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Networking Break
Exhibit Hall
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Telemedicine in Workers Compensation
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Chief Medical Officer at Advanced Occupational Health
Main Ballroom
Evaluate the benefits and challenges of telemedicine for injured workers.
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Farewell
Main Ballroom
