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Working Together in Case Management
 Two seemingly opposite words come together in CMSA's 17th Annual Conference theme. Unity is defined as being in accord, harmony, or oneness. Diversity, in a social context, refers to the presence of, in once population, a wide variety of cultures, ethnic groups, languages, physical features, socio-economic backgrounds, opinions and beliefs.
While the theme accurately expresses our deepest passions for the industry, it falls short in painting an accurate picture of the degree to which we silo ourselves. In intriguing ways, technology, research, commerce and media that increase opportunities for unity in our industry, also push us apart. Yet, we should be both encouraged and excited by this paradox, as it is most often in transition periods like this when old patterns disintegrate as new patterns of thought and communication become established.
The question remains: "How does such a diverse industry attempt to become unified?" I would like to suggest joining me and a host of other healthcare professionals at CMSA's 17th Annual Conference and Expo. Since 1990, CMSA has been at the forefront in creating the future of case management. I firmly believe you will leave this conference feeling empowered to join us as pioneers of healthcare change.
Through a variety of clinical symposia, 11 concurrent tracks, facilitated networking sessions, keynote presentations and the industry's finest exhibit hall, CMSA's conference will work to:
- Establish the strategic importance of care management
- Develop a new paradigm of communication between and across silos
- Facilitate a meaningful exchange of ideas
- Create initiatives that reach to the grassroots of our industry — case managers everywhere
 As the umbrella organization for case / care management, the future depends largely on our success in balancing unity and diversity...that is, the ability to speak as a coherent and purposeful voice and at the same time respect and accommodate legitimate diversity within our membership.
Ultimately, our goal is to establish the strategic relevance of case management for you, your employer, and the patients and families we serve. When we work together toward these goals, we achieve a unity in diversity. Join us this June in Denver on our journey towards a Unity of Vision, A Diversity of Strengths.
Connie Commander, RN, BS, CCM, ABDA, CPUR
CMSA President, 2006-2007
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 STEVE FARBER
A Radical LEAP for Case Management
"Do what you love in the service of people who love what you do."
In this chaotic and extreme age, case managers must demonstrate an unprecedented level of passion, determination, foresight, dedication and fearlessness. People won't follow empty rhetoric, but they will respond to significant, meaningful and dramatic action. As a case manager, you need the ability to influence, the power to transform and the courage to change the world of your company, your clients, and your industry. Steve Farber will make you a believer that there are people in the world who believe your PASSION in life can be your PASSION at work. As an accomplished executive coach and consultant, Steve has spent 14 years helping people at every level — from CEO to front-line employees — to create cultures of service, teamwork, transformation, innovation, and leadership. He is the author of The Radical Leap and The Radical Edge.
Past Attendee Comments:
"The overwhelming opinion was your presentation was inspirational, insightful and energizing. It was extremely motivating...and your humorous style really kept them engaged throughout the entire program. Without a doubt your presentation was the best and most relevant one we have had."
Steve always has people sitting on the edge of their seats, hanging on to his next words. He brings leadership...concepts down to lay terms and makes it real — and meaningful — to the entire audience."
 WARREN MACDONALD
A Diversity of Strengths & Strength Through Adversity
"What it (the accident) did do was to make me more focused. It made me realize that knowing what you want to do isn't the same as doing what you want to do, and that none of us are here forever so we best get to it in making things happen for ourselves." W. Macdonald
 Warren Macdonald has a passion for living beyond the bounds of acceptance. Warren's life's boundaries were redefined in 1997 when, at the age of 31, he spent two days alone pinned under a one-ton boulder after a freak rock fall on Hinchinbrook Island in Northern Queensland, Australia. He survived, only to undergo the amputation of both legs at mid-thigh. His doctor told him he would never walk again. Warren's comment was that "I don't recall him saying anything about cycling, kayaking, or climbing mountains...". Just ten months later he successfully summited first Cradle Mountain then Federation Peak, Australia's toughest mountain summit! Warren's closing session will describe life lessons that each case manager can apply to their practice and personal life.
"I'm not comfortable with the term 'motivational speaker.' It conjures up images of evangelical preachers...I set out to stop people in their tracks. Through seeking what I've been able to achieve after what happened to me, I want people to stop and think about what it is that they want to do with their lives...and what it is that's stopping them from doing it." W. Macdonald |
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