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2025 PAC Access Strategy Summit

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM (EDT) to Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

Atlanta, Georgia

Access Strategy Summit Brought to you by the Patient Access Collaborative and Emory Healthcare 

Access Summit 2025
Leading the Future of Ambulatory Access

Join access leaders from health systems across the nation at Access Summit 2025, a live, premier event focused on advancing strategies, innovations, and operations in ambulatory access. From a deep dive into capacity management to cutting-edge workshops on digital transformation and analytics, this interactive two-day event brought to you by the Patient Access Collaborative and Emory Healthcare delivers real-world insights, practical frameworks, and proven tools to help health systems optimize access and elevate the patient experience.

Highlights include:

  • Optional Intensive Pre-Conference on ambulatory capacity management

  • Case studies from market leader Emory Healthcare

  • Expert-led sessions on referral management, technology, and governance

  • Interactive workshops to build actionable skills in strategy, digital innovation, and analytics

  • Networking opportunities with peers and industry partners

Whether you're just starting your access transformation or ready to scale your impact, the Access Summit 2025 offers the inspiration, knowledge, and connections to lead the way.

Credits Price
Registration Non-Member
Registration Ends 10/1/25 at 11:59 PM EDT
0.70 (CEU) $699.00
Late Registration
Registration Opens 10/2/25 at 12:00 AM EDT
0.70 (CEU) $899.00
Credits Price
Networking & Nibbles
Oct. 13, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Networking & Nibbles
Cap off the first day with casual networking, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Whether you're reconnecting with old colleagues or meeting new collaborators, this social hour is a perfect way to continue the conversation and build lasting professional relationships.
FREE
Credits Price
Ambulatory Capacity Management
Facilitators: Chris Profeta & Nick Woodbury
This workshop builds on the pre-conference session and goes deeper into practical implementation. Attendees will explore advanced analytics, demand forecasting, and scheduling optimization techniques, with opportunities to apply concepts to their own environments. Perfect for those charged with operationalizing access initiatives in complex health systems.
FREE
Digital Innovation in Access
Facilitators: Daniel Thomas and Michael Kraft, MD  
This session explores the cutting edge of digital tools that are reshaping how patients access care. From self-scheduling and intelligent automation to virtual assistants and bi-directional communication, learn how leading organizations are leveraging technology to reduce friction and enhance the patient experience.
FREE
Access Strategy & Analytics
Facilitators: Brent Bizwell and Josiah Thomasson 
Gain the strategic and analytical tools needed to build, monitor, and improve your organization’s access infrastructure. This hands-on session will focus on dashboards, KPIs, and governance structures that align access operations with enterprise priorities. Real-life examples will illustrate how analytics can power sustainable improvement.
FREE
Credits Price
Ambulatory Capacity Management
Facilitators: Chris Profeta & Nick Woodbury
This workshop builds on the pre-conference session and goes deeper into practical implementation. Attendees will explore advanced analytics, demand forecasting, and scheduling optimization techniques, with opportunities to apply concepts to their own environments. Perfect for those charged with operationalizing access initiatives in complex health systems.
FREE
Digital Innovation in Access
Facilitators: Facilitators: Daniel Thomas and Michael Kraft, MD  
This session explores the cutting edge of digital tools that are reshaping how patients access care. From self-scheduling and intelligent automation to virtual assistants and bi-directional communication, learn how leading organizations are leveraging technology to reduce friction and enhance the patient experience.
FREE
Access Strategy & Analytics
Facilitators: Brent Bizwell and Josiah Thomasson 
Gain the strategic and analytical tools needed to build, monitor, and improve your organization’s access infrastructure. This hands-on session will focus on dashboards, KPIs, and governance structures that align access operations with enterprise priorities. Real-life examples will illustrate how analytics can power sustainable improvement.
FREE
Credits Price
Deep Dive: Ambulatory Capacity Mngmt (Non-Member)
8:30am – 12:00pm
Facilitator: Chris Profeta
This optional pre-conference session will explore the principles, tools, and technologies behind successful ambulatory capacity management programs. Through case studies, interactive discussion, and practical frameworks, attendees will gain actionable insights to improve provider scheduling, optimize templates, and align resources with patient demand. 
Registration Ends 10/1/25 at 11:59 PM EDT
0.30 (CEU) $299.00
Deep Dive: Ambulatory Capacity Mngmt (Late Reg)
8:30am – 12:00pm
Facilitator: Chris Profeta
This optional pre-conference session will explore the principles, tools, and technologies behind successful ambulatory capacity management programs. Through case studies, interactive discussion, and practical frameworks, attendees will gain actionable insights to improve provider scheduling, optimize templates, and align resources with patient demand. 
Registration Opens 10/2/25 at 12:00 AM EDT
0.30 (CEU) $399.00
Optional Lunch with Industry Partners
Monday, Oct. 13, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Optional Lunch with Industry Partners
Join fellow attendees and our industry partners for a relaxed networking lunch. This informal gathering offers a chance to connect with solution providers and peers over a meal before the main conference kicks off.
FREE

NEARBY HOTELS:

Emory Conference Center Hotel: Emory Conference Center Hotel | Premier Hotel & Meeting Venue Near Emory University 

Holiday Inn Express: Hotel Near Emory University | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta - Emory University Area 

Hampton Inn: Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Decatur/Emory, GA Hotel 

Marriott Courtyard: Courtyard Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory - Near Emory University 

PAYMENT DEADLINES AND CANCELLATIONS:

Conference fees must be paid by October 1, 2025 in order to guarantee registration.  If not received by October 1, 2025, your reservation may be subject to cancellation.

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to the Patient Access Collaborative by October 1, 2025 in order to receive a refund, less a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations made on or after October 1, 2025 are not eligible for refunds. 

For More Information:

Patient Access Collaborative Logo admin@patientaccesscollaborative.net
Atlanta, GA
404.272.2274