Patient Safety and Aviation Expert John Nance to Speak at OMA Event

 

The Oregon Medical Association and insurance carrier CNA will cohost Lessons for Patient Safety from the Aviation Industry: An Evening with John Nance. Join us for a complimentary evening of  food, socializing and an inspired keynote address from nationally-renowned patient and aviation safety expert John Nance.   When: Wednesday, May 22, 6:00 – 9:00 pm Where: OMEF Event Center – 11740 SW 68thParkway, Portland   About John Nance: Mr. Nance is a decorated Air Force pilot, an award-winning author and recognized broadcast analyst who brings a rich diversity of professional training and background to the quest for patient safety and medical practice improvement. Author of the award-winning book Why Hospitals Should Fly and a founding member of the National Patient Safety Foundation at the AMA, he is a pioneering and wellknown advocate for applying lessons learned in aviation safety to patient safety performance throughout the health care industry.   One of America's most dynamic and entertaining professional speakers, he has logged countless appearances on national shows such as Larry King Live, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Oprah, NPR, Nova, The Today Show, and many others. His editorials have been published in newspapers nationwide, including The Los Angeles Times and USA Today.   RSVP: It's free to attend, but pre-registration is required. Register at http://bit.ly/YPY3SD.   About OMA: The OMA is an organization of over 8,000 physicians, physician assistants, and medical and PA students, their partners and spouses organized to serve and support physicians in their efforts to improve the health of Oregonians. Additional information can be found at www.theOMA.org.