Success of National Urgent Care Convention Indicative of Industry Growth
The Urgent Care Association of America today announced more than 650 urgent care professionals, representing over 500 centers around the world, attended its 7th annual National Urgent Care Convention in Chicago May 10-13.
WARRENVILLE, IL, May 27, 2011
The Urgent Care Association of America today announced more than 650 urgent care professionals, representing over 500 centers around the world, attended its 7th annual National Urgent Care Convention in Chicago May 10-13. With record attendance, sold-out courses, and a sold-out Exhibit Hall, the success of the Convention is a direct reflection of continued industry growth, and increased recognition of urgent care as an essential part of the healthcare system.The National Urgent Care Convention provides a platform for urgent care professionals, noted thought leaders, and industry supporters to sharpen their skills, network with new and old colleagues, and connect with vendors in the biggest urgent care Exhibit Hall around. This meeting featured 22+ practice management sessions, 22+ clinical sessions, and tracks tailored specifically for hospital-affiliated centers.
Key industry topics covered during this year's Convention included:
• Physician and provider shortages
• ED overcrowding and wait times
• Patient safety
• Integration strategies with other health systems
• Accountable Care Organizations
The National Convention offered continuing medical education (CME) accredited courses and provided the opportunity to earn up to 18.75 hours of CME.
UCAOA's Fall Conference will be held October 20-22, 2011 in Dallas, Texas.
About the Urgent Care Association of America
The Urgent Care Association of America (UCAOA) is a membership association for the urgent care industry. UCAOA provides educational programs in clinical care and practice management, sponsors urgent care Fellowship Programs, funds groundbreaking industry research, has a monthly Journal of Urgent Care Medicine and maintains an active website and online Forum for daily exchange of best practices. UCAOA provides leadership, education and resources for the successful practice of urgent care for its members. For more information about the Urgent Care Association of America visit http://www.ucaoa.org.