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Educational Presentations

101 - MEDITECH 6.0 Conversion The Whole Story

Markham Stouffville Hospital recently completed their migration from Magic to the MEDITECH 6.0

platform. As one of the early MEDITECH customers to migrate to M6.0 and as the first Canadianmigration site, there were many unique challenges.We would like to share our experience, and many of

the lessons learned, both from an overall project perspective, and with all our MEDITECH modules.

The first group session will discuss the internal approval process, the project plan, staffing, training and

education, and common MIS topics (dictionaries, user setup, access, faxing, printers and interfaces).

This will be followed by four concurrent sessions: Financial, Clinical, Ancillary and Administrative. These

sessions will examine in detail the challenges and successes, on a module by module basis. IT

professionals and department key users will share the lessons learned during the migration process.

Issues unique to Canada will be highlighted.

Come and learn what it was like. With strong corporate support and a well-executed plan, we not only

survived MEDITECH 6.0, but are thriving, and are now well positioned to move forward on a number of

key advanced clinical initiatives.

Morning Session

Topics will include Project Planning, Process, MOX Retirement, and MIS common issues (Dictionaries,

User Profiles, Printing, Interfaces, Reports, etc.)

Presenters:

y Tim Pemberton, Director Information Technologyy Sharon Avey, Manager Clinical Informaticsy Diana Gould, Database Administrator & IT Technical Team Lead for MEDITECH 6.0 Projecty Rick Lambert, Systems Integration Consultanty Shirley Malarenko, GRA Consultants


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Afternoon Sessions (concurrent)

101A - Financial

Presenters:

y Helena Vilan, Applications Consultant - Financialsy Christina Hazell, Decision Support Analyst and Finance team lead for MEDITECH 6.0 Project

101B - Clinicals (OM, PCM, PCS)

Presenters:

y Barb Cluett, Applications Consultant OM and PCMy Shirley Malarenko, GRA Consultants

101C - Ancillary (Lab, ITS, Pharmacy)

Presenters:

y Mee Mee Low Sin, Applications Consultant ITS, Lab, and CWSy Kim Haley, Systems Integration Consultant and ITS Team Lead for MEDITECH 6.0 Projecty Clay Antliff, Applications Consultant - Pharmacyy Ted Caton, GRA Consultants

101D - Administrative (ADM, CWS, HIM, SCA)

Presenters:

y Kathy Mickeler, Applications Consultanty Donna Koster, Data Quality Analyst Health Records and HIM Team Lead for MEDITECH 6.0

Project

102 - Transfer of Knowledge for the MEDITECH LearnerPresenter: Donna Wells RNBScN

Organization: Beacon Partners

Abstract:This presentation will include an overview of the composition of adult learners as well as adult

learning principles and styles in relation to the training on the MEDITECH HIS as effective and successful

transfer of knowledge when working with adults is challenging; not everyone learns in the same

manner. The exchange of knowledge and information is different at each level and department

requiring the educator to understand the requirements and how to deliver what is needed.

With the use of theory based material and group exercises, critical reflection of those in attendance will

identify what type of adult learner they are. Transformational leadership qualities and requirements will

be presented in order to support the transfer of knowledge within the workplace setting at the various

levels. The presentation will also include the creation of an optimum learning environment with the

opportunity to discuss and develop formalized plans as to the layout for various scenarios.


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Instructional strategies for the visual, auditory and kinesthetic learner will be dependent upon the

learning style. Clinical, financial and administrative expertise presents itself in various levels within a

work environment as does the associated learning. Outcomes of learning the MEIDTECH HIS will depend

on the learning level of competence as well as choice to:

y Individual vs. small groupsy Types of materials and resources for the specific scenarioy Level of difficultyy Style of presentation of knowledge transfer

Donna Wells RN BScN, Consultant, Beacon Partners, has 25 years of healthcare experience with a

primary focus in the clinical area. She has practical and technical experience with multiple MEDITECH

applications which includes implementing and supporting the MEDITECH clinical system. Building,

implementation and upgrading of the Emergency Department Management (EDM) module, Ministry of

Health and Long Term-Care initiative Health Outcomes for Better Information and Care (HOBIC) in

addition to Version 2 Allergies, had working with nurses, physicians, allied health and the various levels

of management lead to successful project outcomes. Effective identification of optimal nursing practice,

workflow and translating procedures within the MEDITECH Nursing (NUR) application supported the

necessary transfer of knowledge within an organization working with various versions of MEDITECH.

Ms. Wells recently completed her BScN at Ryerson University in Toronto. Her interest in the transfer of

knowledge to the adult learner has led her to the application of her studies to those learning, working,

teaching and utilizing the MEDITECH system.

103 - The Workflow to EHR Success Mapping, Analysis and Design of Clinical Care Processes

Presenters: Catherine Renwick and Charlene Pickles

Organization: Healthtech Consultants

Abstract:The implementation of electronic health records (EHR) can result in a clinical transformation,

improved patient safety and clinical outcomes, increased efficiencies and optimal resource utilization.

However, widespread adoption and deep uptake has been sluggish. As clinical best practice continues

its migration to interdisciplinary care, based on access to patient information and shared clinical

pathways, the availability of an integrated and complete EHR has become increasingly critical.

Methodical mapping and analysis of the flow of work, clinicians and information coupled with a deep

contextual analysis of the patient journey are foundational to successful EHR planning, implementation

and adoption/uptake. This presentation will discuss both established and new mapping and analysis

methodologies including value stream enhancement, patient journey modeling, principles of integrated

working and their implications for EHR planning, implementation, and evaluation.

A nurse with over 30 years of healthcare experience across the care continuum, Catherine Renwick has

provided guidance and support to many organizations in the successful planning, implementation project

management, evaluation and optimization of electronic clinical information systems. With a consistent

focus on the role of technology to support professional practice and enable clinical decision making,

Catherine has coached clinicians of many organizations in their migration from paper based clinical

information to electronic documentation and reporting.


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Charlene Pickleshas over 20 years clinical experience in Diagnostic Imaging and deep expertise in

MEDITECH as evidenced by her numerous successful engagements in business analysis, clinical

implementation lead and integrated healthcare information system implementations. With her patient

care focused manner and innate ability to communicate with care and service providers, Charlene has

provided common sense implementation project management and subject matter expertise for many

healthcare organizations.

104 - Canada Health Infoway UpdatePresenter: Lynne Zucker

Organization: Canada Health Infoway

Abstract:This session will update participants on programs at Canada Health Infoway with a focus on

current initiatives to expand the use of electronic medical record solutions in community and

ambulatory care settings. Pan-Canadian initiatives to integrate hospital systems with the electronic

health record (EHR) will also be discussed.

As Vice President, Clinical Systems Integration, Lynne Zucker is responsible forInfoway programs thatpromote connecting electronic medical record, hospital and pharmacy systems to the Electronic Health

Record as well as increasing the adoption of electronic medical record solutions in community and

ambulatory care settings. Lynne is a professional engineer who brings to Infoway a range of experience

in the information technology industry, including leadership roles at Sun Microsystems and Apple

Computer.

105 - Bedside Medication Scanning at the Point of Care Year 5Presenter: Charles Still

Organization: Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Abstract:Failure to anticipate common workarounds to barcode medication administration(BCMA)

systems will result in their realization. Workarounds to BCMA systemscan drastically reduce the

effectiveness of the technology in reducing patientmedication errors. Numerous studies have outlined

how nursing workarounds canreduce the safety-enhancing features provided byBCMA.Awarded a grant

from the Agency for Research and Health Care Quality,Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC)

implemented their BCMA systemaggressively, addressing the occurrence, reasons and solutions to

workaroundsof best practices. SVMC nurses achieved an inpatient barcode scanning rate inexcess of 99

percent and a medication scan rate in excess of 97 percent.

This presentation will review the processes SVMC used to implementBCMA, whichincluded

incorporating 2-D data matrix barcodes, creating tools to measure scanrates, and identifying and

mitigating workarounds. These process enhancementsmay be rapidly adopted by other organizations to

improve medication safety.

Charles J. Still MBA is a member of the team that won the 2011 Waypaver Award for Barcoding at the

Point of Care. His work most recently appearing in the 2011 Summer Journal of Healthcare Informatics

and the July/Aug edition of Patient Safety and Quality Health Care.


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106 - The Ascent: Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's EDM ImplementationPresenter: Adnan Hamid

Organization: Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital, Valencia, California

Abstract:Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital located in Valencia, California, successfully

implemented EDM in seven months including CPOE and Physician Documentation. Learn about the

efforts taken by the EDM Core team to meet this aggressive timeline and what life is now like in the

Emergency Department.

Adnan E. Hamid is the IT Director of Application Services at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital

(217-bed facility) in Valencia, CA. Previously he was a Business Systems Analyst at Huntington Hospital

(525-bed facility) in Pasadena, California. Prior to that, he was a Project Manager at Valley Presbyterian

Hospital in Van Nuys, California. He has over fourteen years of experience in the hospital IT setting.

Adnan has a B.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University and a MBA concentrated in

Healthcare from the Paul Merage School of Business, University of California, Irvine. He is recognized as a

Certified Healthcare Chief Information Officer (CHCIOe) with the College of Healthcare Information

Management Executives (CHIME), Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and ManagementSystems (CPHIMS) and achieved Fellow status with Healthcare Information and Management Systems

Society (HIMSS). He currently serves as the Chairman of the MUSE International Board of Directors.

107 - Registration: The Foundation of Hospital BusinessOrganization: Boston Software Systems, Inc.

Presenter:Kim Bottcher

Abstract:The basic patient information gathered in the registration process forms the basis of care andrevenue. Whether part of an EMR implementation or as a strategic move towards operational efficiency,

more and more hospitals are automating part or all of their registration process - and in a variety of

ways. These hospitals are finding they can improve revenue and efficiencies throughout the

organization. During this session we will explore the various ways you can automate registrations, the

workflows to consider during implementation, what to expect and the benefit to patients and staff.

Kim Bottcher is a Technical Specialist with Boston Software Systems, Inc. Kim has over 15 years of

healthcare experience assisting hospitals with a variety of projects that running the gamut from basic

dictionary updates to complex payment posting. Prior to coming on board with Boston Software

Systems, she ran a consulting business providing scripting, database development and training services.

She has 10 years hospital IT experience working as a MEDITECH Systems and Clinical Applications

Analyst. During this time she served on the implementation teams for the hospitals Order Entry, PCI and

Scheduling go-lives.


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108 - Eastern Health Physician Portal: Improving Communications with PhysiciansPresenter: Terry Mouland

Organization: Eastern Health, St, Johns Newfoundland

Abstract:The presentation will provide an overview of a Physician Portal and on-call system that was

developed and made available to all physicians credentialed with Eastern Health. The portal can be

accessed via the Eastern Health Intranet and Internet.

This portal has been designed with the assistance of the Community Medical Advisory Committee and

our Information Management & Technology and Strategic Communications teams to improve

communications with our physicians. We are hoping that this will become a go-to site for physicians

looking for information on resources available to them within Eastern Health. The first phase included

overall information about our services including contact information for our program leadership &

physicians, access to forms and policies, information regarding public health issues and pharmacy alerts

along with a messaging board for urgent messages. We are also planning to have our link to MEDITECH

available from the portal with the role out of our second phase.

Terry Mouland is currently the Director of Information Management and Technology at Eastern Health,the largest integrated health organization in Newfoundland and Labrador. Eastern Health employs over

13,000 health care and support services professionals and operates 25 acute, community, cancer and

long term care facilities. It has both Magic and Client Server MEDITECH systems that were inherited from

its legacy organizations. Prior to working with Eastern Health, Terry was Manager of Applications

Development with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro.

Terrys education includes a Computer Science degree and a MBA from Memorial University of

Newfoundland as well as a Health Services Management diploma from The Canadian Healthcare

Association.

109 - AOM A Step Towards Paperless Requisitioning for Ambulatory PatientsPresenters: Charlene Pickles and Jeannie Borg


Abstract:MEDITECHs Ambulatory Order Management (AOM) Module enables management of

ambulatory patient referrals, diagnostic procedure orders and medication prescribing facilitated by

order entry with decision support tools, reminders and alerts. Patient safety and resource utilization are

enhanced by integration with other MEDITECH modules. Used in conjunction with Imaging and

Therapeutic Services (ITS) and LAB modules, AOM provides a step towards paperless requisitioning for

ambulatory patients and moves organizations closer to a paperless environment. This presentation will

provide a practical overview of AOM functionality and discuss key components to achieve successful

implementation and promote user adoption and uptake.

Charlene Pickles has over 20 years clinical experience in Diagnostic Imaging and deep expertise in

MEDITECH as evidenced by her numerous successful engagements in business analysis, clinical

implementation lead and integrated healthcare information system implementations. With her patient

care focused manner and innate ability to communicate with care and service providers, Charlene has

provided common sense implementation project management and subject matter expertise for many

healthcare organizations.


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Jeannie Borg has 13 years of experience in the healthcare industry with a focus on Electronic

Documentation Management, patient care and interprofessional clinical workflow. Additionally, Jeannie

has six years of MEDITECH experience with Magic, Client Server and 6.0 software. This experience

includes support and optimization of Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE), Provider Order

Management (POM), Patient Care Inquiry / Electronic Medical Record (PCI/EMR), Emergency

Department Management (EDM), Clinical Documentation (NUR) and most recently a 6.0 OM/AOM new

implementation.

110 - ORM 101Presenter: Carole Weinstein

Organization: The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood, New Jersey

Abstract: An overview of the components of the Operating Room Management module (ORM) will be

presented, including information flow between the components, tips on dictionary design, available

interfaces, integration with MM and PHA, etc. The module overview will be presented in Magic 5.64,but comparisons and screens from Client Server ORM and 6.0 ORM will also be discussed. If you're

thinking of switching to ORM from another surgery system, or are newly responsible for supporting

ORM, this presentation will "fill in the blanks" for you.

Carole Weinstein is a Project Specialist at The Valley Hospital, a 451-bed acute care facility in northern

New Jersey. Over the last 13 years, she has implemented multiple MEDITECH clinical, administrative,

and financial modules. She is just completing a two-site, four department roll out of ORM in 24

operating rooms, and is still smiling.


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111 - Achieving Stage 7 with MEDITECHPresenter: Denni McColm

Organization: Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar, Missouri

Abstract: Join us to discuss the steps to qualify for recognition as a Stage 6 and then Stage 7 hospital on

the HIMSS Analytics EMR Adoption Model (EMRAM). This model applies to both the U.S. and Canada.

HIMSS Analytics devised the EMR Adoption Model to track EMR progress at hospitals and health

systems. The EMRAM scores hospitals on their progress in completing the 8 stages to creating a

paperless patient record environment. Citizens Memorial is currently the only Stage 7 hospital using

MEDITECH in the U.S.

Denni McColm is Chief Information Officer for Citizens Memorial Healthcare. Denni has been at Citizens

Memorial since 1988, serving as Director of Human Resources and Director of Finance before moving

into the CIO role in June, 2003. Denni served on the Certification Commission for Health Information

Technology as a Commissioner from 2006-2008. She also served on the Davies Awards of ExcellenceOrganizational Selection Committee from 2006 -2008 and again in 2010. Denni is a member of the

Board of Directors for MUSE, Medical Users Software Exchange and the Editorial Board for Healthcare IT

News, published in partnership with HIMSS. Denni holds a Master of Business Administration degree

from the University of Missouri-Columbia.


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112 - Using Excel to create Intermediate and Advanced NPR Reports Dictionary Download

ExamplePresenter: Steve Mogg

Organization: North Bay Regional Health Centre, North Bay, Ontario

Abstract:This presentation will show how to use Excel to quickly add computed fields and macro logic toa report which can save hours of report writing time. The example used will be downloading an entire

main segment of a dictionary by using the MEDITECH Data Definition from the MEDITECH website. This

example will be formatted for Excel so the dictionary data can be effectively analyzed for errors and

anomalies.

Steve Mogg is an Applications Analyst at North Bay Regional Health Centre. He is originally from Sault

Ste. Marie where he started his career at Sault Area Hospital. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and

has been working with MEDITECH for about 5 years. He enjoys computer programming and doesnt

mind tackling difficult reporting challenges. He has written reports for ADM, PHA, LAB, MM, MIS, NPR,

NUR, OE, OPS, ORM, PCI, RADRW and has experience with both MAGIC and C/S platforms.

113 - Clarity About Cloud: Leveraging Virtual Infrastructure in Healthcare Information SystemsPresenter: Jim Fitzgerald

Organization: Dell

Abstract:Hospital data centers and service provider data centers are moving to the cloud for all the right

reasons: more efficient use of technical infrastructure, better management tools, and (theoretically)

higher availability. With four years of active implementation of virtual environments and a cloud hosting

service, we have developed an organic sense for what works, what doesnt work, and whats next in the

virtualization of Healthcare Information Systems. Join us for a moderately technical review of topicsincluding:

y The current status of virtualization across all versions of MEDITECH.y Promising evolutions in the provisioning and management of servers, storage, and networking.y The myth of high availability in virtual environments and what you need to do to make it a

reality.

y The return of the mainframe do you need tightly coupled physical infrastructure for virtualenvironments?

y How virtual desktops are working at MEDITECH hospitals,y Which virtual management tools work best and where they fit.y What you will need to build in your cloud, what you can source in the cloud, and evolving a

services-based approach to IT.

James J. Fitzgerald, Chief Technology Officer, MEDITECH Solutions Group, Dell, has been working with

computers since he programmed DEC-PDP 8s at the Roxbury Latin School at age 16. In a 25+ year career

he has held staff and executive roles in sales, marketing, and product management in companies

including Microcom, Internetwork Systems, JJWild, Perot Systems, and now Dell. Jim has been an integral

part of the network, systems, and storage technology design team for over 400 hospitals using the

MEDITECH Healthcare Information System, and has envisioned and shepherded the creation of a


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solutions portfolio that includes MEDITECHs support VPN, turnkey virtualized internal private cloud data

centers for MEDITECH hospitals, self-hosted and managed disaster recovery services, and MSite, Dell

Services private external cloud MEDITECH Hosting Service.

Jims current focus is on expanding the benefits of virtualized servers, clients, and networks to the

healthcare community and working with his colleagues at MEDITECH to drive towards zero downtime

healthcare information systems. Jim holds a BA in Psychology from Bates College and an MBA

concentration in technology entrepreneurship from Babson College. While earning his graduate degree

through night classes in 1992, Jim was winner of the prestigious Douglass Foundation Award recognizing

his business plan for Evergreen Technology, Inc.

114 - Development and Implementation of an Electronic Warning Scoring System to Detect

Early Clinical DeteriorationPresenter: Mary Baker

Organization: Centennial Medical Center (a facility of HCA TriStar Division), Nashville, Tennessee

Abstract: To facilitate early detection and treatment of clinical deterioration of adult patients in medical

surgical (MS) and step down (SD) patient care areas, an electronic Early Warning Scoring System (EWSS)

was developed and implemented by an interdisciplinary team in a large tertiary, urban hospital. The

EWSS utilizes six physiological parameters (temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, systolic blood

pressure, oxygen saturation and neurological status).

Based on pre-determined criteria, the electronic health record (MEDITECH) assigns a score to the

physiological parameter and calculates an aggregate score. Scores > 5 and increasing scores may be

associated with an increased risk of clinical deterioration. The system assigns the scores and calculations

via traditional attributes and includes minimal use of macros. OA messaging and @W.err keywords areused to provide automated alerts that guide direct care givers and members of the Critical Care

Outreach Team (CCOT) towards appropriate action.

Customized NPR reports guide direct care givers and members of the COCCT towards prioritization of

care and rounding activities. The EWSS was implemented without additional software and hardware

expenditures. The EWSS promotes use of health information for clinical decision support at the point of

care. Use of the EWSS has decreased the Arrest Rate (respiratory and cardiopulmonary) in patients

located in MS and SD patient care areas.

Mary Baker RN, BSN, has over 30 years of experience in healthcare settings that includes seven years in

healthcare informatics. Mary is a clinical applications manager in the Clinical Applications Services of

HCA TriStar Division Information Technology and Services. Mary coordinates the activities of the hospital

clinical analysts and provides support for MEDITECH applications with a focus on the nursing module.

Mary has provided IT development and support for the IT components utilized in the Electronic Early

Warning System.


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115 - Benchmarking EHR SuccessPresenters: Denni McColm and TJ Temple

Organization: Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar, Missouri; Ozarks Medical Center, West Plains

Missouri

Join us to learn about measuring and benchmarking the usage of electronic health records for hospitals

in Canada.

The U.S. has adopted measures of success in the implementation and use of electronic health records to

drive nation-wide adoption. The U.S. government has incentivized that adoption with financial rewards

for hospitals and physicians, but only when hospitals and physicians meet specific measures that are

defined as meaningful use. Those measures include functional measures on use of the EHR system and

quality of care measures that can be extracted from the EHR system. Citizens Memorial Hospital was the

first MEDITECH hospital in the U.S. to achieve these measures and qualify for the incentive payments

and Ozarks Medical Center is on the path to qualify for the incentives within a few years.

We will review these measures and lead a discussion on how they might be helpful for Canadian

hospitals.

Denni McColm is Chief Information Officer for Citizens Memorial Healthcare. Denni has been at Citizens

Memorial since 1988, serving as Director of Human Resources and Director of Finance before moving

into the CIO role in June, 2003. Denni served on the Certification Commission for Health Information

Technology as a Commissioner from 2006-2008. She also served on the Davies Awards of Excellence

Organizational Selection Committee from 2006 -2008 and again in 2010. Denni is a member of the

Board of Directors for MUSE, Medical Users Software Exchange and the Editorial Board for Healthcare IT

News, published in partnership with HIMSS. Denni holds a Master of Business Administration degree

from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

TJ Temple is IT Applications Manager at Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains Missouri. He has anundergraduate degree in Medical Technology and a Masters degree in business administration. Ozarks

Medical Center is a 110-bed Client Server hospital moving to version 5.65 in December of this year,

planning to attest to meaningful use in March of 2012. TJ was appointed to the MUSE education

committee in 2010 and continues to serve in 2011.

116 - Beyond VNA Building a Complete Enterprise Healthcare Archive for MEDITECH Data

and More

Presenter: Charles MallioOrganization: BridgeHead Software, Inc.

Abstract:You may have heard the industry buzz about Vendor Neutral Archives, or VNAs. These

solutions are promoted as being able to free you from the tyranny of your PACS vendor and enabling

you to take control of your medical image data. A laudable goal, but most of these solutions focus solely

on medical images and neglect the larger issue of managing the entirety of healthcare data in your


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organization. In this session, we will discuss the full scope of data growth problems facing Healthcare IT

today and offer strategies for coping with this problem in a cost-effective and scalable manner.

Charles Mallio has worked in healthcare for over 20 years, specializing in IT specifically since 1995. As VP,

Product Strategy & Business Development, Charlie is responsible for understanding market needs to

enhance and expand BridgeHead Softwares product set. He is also responsible for alliances with key ISV

and technology partners that complement BridgeHead solutions.

Charlie previously managed worldwide technical support for core infrastructure at the healthcare

information systems vendor Medical Information Technology, Inc. (MEDITECH). Prior to joining

MEDITECH, he served in a variety of positions at the American Red Cross Blood Services. Charlie holds a

BA in History from Framingham State University in Massachusetts.

117 - Standardized Care Planning and the Clinical Information System (CIS) Are they

Frenemies?Presenter: Corey Tillyer

Organization:Fraser Health, Surrey, British Columbia

Abstract:According to Wikipedia, a frenemy can refer to either an enemy disguised as a friend or to a

partner who is simultaneously a competitor and rival.

Fraser Health (FH) is one of six Health Authorities within British Columbia. FH is home to MEDITECHs

largest single standardized C/S database, which has an MPI containing over 1.6 million persons. FH

currently has 14 hospitals running the foundational MEDITECH modules.

But now comes the fun part its time for FH to look toward advancing MEDITECH to ensure health careproviders have the information they need for clinical decision-making at the point of care.

In January and July 2011, Fraser Health met with MEDITECH executives to discuss the lessons learned

from other advanced clinical systems implementations (that would be all of you!). Come learn what

MEDITECH had to tell the FH team and stay for a discussion about how FH is using those lessons learned

to move forward with Standardized Care Planning within the MEDITECH CIS. This discussion will include

Governance operating models to support Standards for Planning Care and a MEDITECH Advanced CIS

roadmap.

Corey Tillyer is the MUSE International Board Secretary and Director-at-large for Canada. Corey has

worked in health informatics for 15 years and has work her way from being a Clinical Information

Specialist to the Director of Health Informatics for Fraser Health Authority; home of MEDITECHs single

largest C/S Standardized database. Coreys background as a Registered Nurse helps her to ensure

clinicians and patients are always at the forefront of the information systems Fraser Health implements.


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118 - Champlain Association of MEDITECH Partners (CHAMP) A Regional MEDITECH

ImplementationPresenters: Heather Skanes andKirsten Heilmann-Stille

Organization: Bruyre Continuing Care, Ottawa, Ontario

Abstract:In 2008-2009,B

ruyre Continuing Care decided as an organization to acquire, and begin thepreparation for the implementation of an electronic patient record to support better patient care. When

fully implemented in 2014, it will be the first continuing care hospital in Canada to launch the latest

version from the software provider MEDITECH.

This monumental project was identified by the acronym BRIDGE and stood for Bruyre

Interprofessional Data Generated Electronically. A hospital steering committee, physician advisory and

implementation committee were struck and were working diligently. A charter document refined, a

high-level project plan communicated, office space obtained and core staff secured, and clinical pre-

work underway, the BRIDGE team was set, or so they thought

While staying inside scope is a project management mantra, an opportunity to work closely with our

peer organizations to maximize our resources, talent and technology, and to live our value of

collaboration, transformed this single organization project to a LHIN-wide regional project relatively

overnight. The BRIDGE project had now grown into the Champlain Association of MEDITECH partners or

the CHAMP Project with the inclusion of Queensway Carleton Hospital, Arnprior District Memorial

Hospital, and Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital.

Learn about what it takes to make this kind of electronic patient record project transition from the

perspective of the original Bruyre Continuing Care BRIDGE team members. Given the mandate to

create a structure and related processes to support the vision of A Partnership of Equals amongst

hospitals, hear about how this is being achieved and lessons learned to-date in the change from a single

organization to a LHIN-wide project.

Kirsten Heilmann-Stille, BScN, RN, is the Clinical Informaticist, Nursing at Bruyre Continuing Care and is

a core team lead with CHAMP (Champlain Association of MEDITECH Partners), a group of six peer

hospitals in the Champlain region of Ontario. A life-long learner, having completed a graduate level

course in health informatics, Kirstens deep appreciation of new technologies and its ability to improve

the efficiency, safety and quality of patient care and employee satisfaction spurred her to develop an

expertise in adult learning and to pursue a Masters Degree in Distance Education. Her extensive

experience as a Registered Nurse and clinical leader allows her to support the CHAMP Project towards

the successful implementation of an electronic patient record.

Heather Skanes, MHSC, SLP, is the Clinical Informaticist, Health Professionals and Physicians at Bruyre

Continuing Care and is a core team lead with CHAMP (Champlain Association of MEDITECH Partners), a

group a six peer hospitals in the Champlain region of Ontario. With an extensive background in

professional practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist, in clinical program development, management,

and documentation redesign, Heather appreciates the relationship between strong clinical practices and

processes, patient outcomes, and quality care. This broad clinical and management background allows

her to support the CHAMP Project towards the successful implementation of an electronic patient record.


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119 - Facilitating a Project Planning WorkshopPresenter: Terri Cahill


Abstract:Have you ever started to lead a project without an understanding of what will be required to

be successful? How often have you found yourself leading a project that is well underway and you are

struggling with stakeholder engagement, accountability, team members with differing views of the

project scope, and a project budget that is under attack? All of this despite solid project planning and

management? You can facilitate a project planning workshop as a kick off for the project and set up your

project for success.

Have you ever been invited to a project planning workshop and thought it would be a waste of time

because you already know what you need to do for the project? This session will demonstrate that a

project planning workshop is not just about the to-do list.

The project planning workshop is a valuable tool to kick off your project. The workshop will engage

stakeholders, ensure a shared understanding of the project objectives, clarify requirements, outline

project tasks, gather resource requirements, identify project risks and demonstrate commitment to theproject. You can leave the workshop ready to write your project charter, budget, timeline and plans to

manage risk, communication, and resources.

The project planning workshop demonstrates the power of change management in action. Your project

stakeholders will leave the workshop having shared in creating the project vision, and how the project

will come to life. You will have started the process of building accountability. The project workshop and

the shared experiences of the participants will lay the groundwork for those tough conversations that,

even in the best run project, inevitability must occur. The project workshop can be your first change

management deliverable.

This session will show you how to plan and run a project planning workshop that will create clarity anddirection for you and your project team. The session will cover planning and facilitating the workshop as

well as a variety of tools to engage participants, even the most doubtful! Using a combination of

presentation, real life examples, and facilitated exercise, this session will demonstrate the value of a

project planning workshop.

Terri Cahill is a seasoned information technology consultant with over 20 years of experience in the

health care sector. Terris areas of expertise include project management, performance management,

and financial and administrative application consulting. Terri has presented internationally on strategies

for successful project management.

Terri is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS-CA) and a

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Terri is currently providing leadership to a variety of

client projects as well as Healthtechs Project Management Office.


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120 - The Story of a 5.6.5 C/S UpgradePresenter: Jean Olsen

Organization: Centura Health, Englewood, Colorado

Abstract:A full review of the project from beginning to end of a 5.6.5 C/S Upgrade will be presented.

Project plans, responsibilities, and lessons learned will be shared. A question/discussion time will also

be provided. This project was completed over a 12-month time frame for a large healthcare

organization in Colorado. It involved training over 13,000 users throughout the 12 hospitals, 60+

physician offices, and a number of free standing clinics. The UPT tool was used by the IT personnel as a

means of updating the LIVE environment.

Jean Olsen, RN BSN, has been involved with the Electronic Health Record for over 17 years. As the

Program Manager on this project, it was important to provide communications and leadership that

encompassed all applications, end users, and executive leadership. With over 25 years of clinical nursing

experience involving many areas of healthcare, three years of audit and B/AR experience and the past

years of Information Technology, Jean provides a broad based background of the integration involved in

producing an effective EHR system. Jean is currently employed at Centura Health, Colorado's largest

health care organization, as a Director Programs.

121 - An Integrated Operational Assessment by MEDITECHPresenter: Jean Olsen

Organization: Centura Health, Englewood, Colorado

Abstract:Centura Health invited MEDITECH to do an Integrated Operational Assessment involving all

applications during the same time frame. This 2-day Operational Assessment involved over 20

MEDITECH Application Specialists on site. Discussions and site visits took place. The purpose of doing an

Integrated Operational Assessment will be presented along with the process used for setting up theassessment. Some of the results of the assessment will be presented with current follow through

completed or in process. Additional information about MEDITECH's new Operational Assessment

offerings will also be presented.

Jean Olsen, RN BSN, has been involved with the Electronic Health Record for over 17 years. As the

Program Manager on this project, it was important to provide communications and leadership that

encompassed all applications, end users, and executive leadership. With over 25 years of clinical nursing

experience involving many areas of healthcare, three years of audit and B/AR experience and the past

years of Information Technology, Jean provides a broad based background of the integration involved in

producing an effective EHR system. Jean is currently employed at Centura Health, Colorado's largest

health care organization, as a Director Programs.


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122 - Migrating to MEDITECH 6.0 with a Focus on Integration, Ensuring you have ALL of the

Pieces to the PuzzlePresenter: NathiaKarasch

Organization: Summit Healthcare Services, Inc.

Abstract:Your organization has decided to migrate to MEDITECH 6.0; youve mapped out your hardwareneeds, set up your core team and began your application planning. After all this planning, you are

probably thinking whats left to consider?

We are happy to share the gotchas of an implementation from the integration side. This large

undertaking is sometimes overlooked and needs to be at the forefront of any migration. Focusing on

client experiences from Interior Health,Beaufort Memorial, Boulder Community, Northern Idaho and

Jordan Hospital topics will range from interface migration, hidden 3rd party vendor costs, project

management needs, data conversion, dictionary management and much more.

We will provide a candid discussion on what the ENTIRE picture is for your MEDITECH migration. Dont

be fooled its not just application and hardware its much more!

NathiaKarasch is Vice President of software engineering at Summit Healthcare. She has worked at

Summit for over seven years and over 12 years of experience in healthcare IT. Nathia is an expert in the

area of healthcare interoperability and leads a team of engineers to deliver a wide variety of integration

projects including HL7, XML, scripting solutions, custom applications and solutions that include web

service, real-time scripting interfaces and custom archive installation.

123 - 1, 2 20, Did I Really Just Count That Many Ways to Utilize Scripting?

Presenter: NathiaKaraschOrganization: Summit Healthcare Services, Inc.

Abstract: Let us do the thinking for you! We will present how scripting technology can be utilized by all

departments in your hospital. Whether you have an immediate need to eliminate redundant data entry

or perhaps you have that vital sign point of care device that is just too costly to interface let us

demonstrate how you can produce more with less.

Take out the guess work, grab your notebook and pen and start manually jotting down the ways you can

use scripting. Just maybe by the end of the session this too can be an automated process! This session

is geared toward all audiences and all MEDITECH platforms.

NathiaKarasch is Vice President of software engineering at Summit Healthcare. She has worked at

Summit for over seven years and over 12 years of experience in healthcare IT. Nathia is an expert in the

area of healthcare interoperability and leads a team of engineers to deliver a wide variety of integration

projects including HL7, XML, scripting solutions, custom applications and solutions that include web

service, real-time scripting interfaces and custom archive installation.


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124 - Sending Lab Critical Values to Wireless Communication DevicesPresenters: Michael Chan andBobby Gill

Organization: Humber River Regional Hospital, Weston, Ontario

Abstract: Humber River Regional Hospital (HRRH) deployed a wireless phone system in the Church and

Finch Site Emergency Departments in September 2009. The Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care have a

program called Pay for Results to help hospitals meet specific emergency room (ER) wait time

reduction targets. One of the components of improving ER wait times is to reorganize how ER teams

interact to encourage more collaboration. A wireless device contributes to improved efficiency and

collaboration. In February 2011, Humber River Regional Hospital integrated wireless phones with the

MEDITECHLaboratory Information System to get critical lab results in real-time to the ER Physicians

phones. This MEDITECHLab integration has contributed to increased efficiency within HRRHs

Emergency Departments. Since the initial deployment of the phones back in September 2009 there

have been several other departments within both the Church and Finch sites that have begun using the

same wireless devices. Please join us to learn about our experiences specifically talking about the

MEDITECH LIS integration.

Bobby Gill, Information Systems Analyst at Humber River Regional Hospital is responsible for LIS, LISInterfaces and related data reporting. He is part of the MEDITECH 6.x Implementation team. Bobby has

just over 6 years of experience working in Information Systems at two different hospitals with MEDITECH

HCIS.

Michael Chan, Information Systems Analyst at Humber River Regional Hospital is responsible for PCS,

EDM modules, related interfaces and reporting. He is also part of the MEDITECH 6.x Implementation

team. Michael has been working in Information Systems since 2001. He has covered a variety of

modules and is considered a mentor in the business analytics team.

125 - Learning Management System Implementation and DevelopmentPresenters:Ann Dunford and Alison Hamilton

Organization: William Osler Health System, Brampton, Ontario

Abstract: A Learning Management System (LMS) provides software for planning, structuring, delivery,

tracking, and reporting of instructional content (instructor-led, online, and blended) and its use by

learners. LMSs, also called Course Management Systems (CMS), have been implemented in many

organizations for purposes of training, employee development, and regulatory compliance.

William Osler Health System implemented a Learning Management System (LMS) in 2009 as part of its

education strategy. Join us for an overview of where we were, what we did, and where we are going,

with a focus on the benefits and challenges of implementing and maintaining an LMS.

Ann Dunford, Clinical Informatics Analyst, is a registered nurse with clinical experience in Medicine and

Surgery who later specialized in Mental Health Services, where she worked in both inpatient and

outpatient units and assisted in the development of several inpatient and outpatient programs. After 30+

years in Mental Health, Ann completed an honours certificate in Adult Education and moved into Clinical

Informatics to provide staff training in clinical applications. With a strong interest in computer

technology since its introduction into the home market, Anns ultimate goal was to provide accessible


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online education for staff. In pursuit of this goal, Ann became proficient in Adobe Captivate, Articulate

Presenter and Camtasia Studio.

Alison Hamilton is an IT professional with a background including technical support, network

administrator, software applications instructor, business intelligence support, programmer, project lead

and most recently, analyst. Her experience includes the private sector (engineering and financial

industry) and public sector (military and healthcare). She joined William Osler Health System in 2007 as

a Clinical Informatics Analyst and is presently a Systems Analyst responsible for LMS, Solcom, ITSM, and

SharePoint. In addition she teaches Microsoft Office courses to staff on behalf of Oslers Organizational

Design department.

126 - Dollar T, Magic, Client Server, MEDITECH 6.0 I'm ConfusedPresenter: Debbie Bate-Travis


Abstract:This presentation is aimed at the new or the confused user. It will be a overview of the major

differences and similarities between the different MEDITECH platforms.

Debbie Bate-Travis is a Senior Information Systems Analyst at Humber River Regional hospital, a Magic

hospital that is in the process of migrating to MEDITECH 6.0.

127 - What are Meaningful IT Metrics?Presenter: Roberta MacDonald

Organization: Beacon Partners

Abstract:The goal of this session is to provide the listener with an approach to defining the unique IT

Metrics which support evidenced decision making concerning IT within their unique organization

After attending this session, participants will be:

y Introduced to the various options for IT metricsy How to define the metrics that support evidenced decision making within their own

organizationy Introduced to the processes for ensuring a 360 degree deployment of IT metrics

Roberta MacDonald is an information systems executive with 25 years of experience in all facets of

Canadian healthcare information management/technology. She possesses an extensive track record of

building highly motivated teams and delivering complex clinical and business projects on time and within

budget. Her strengths include the ability to build relationships, lead diverse groups toward common

goals and transform challenges into positive results. Prior to joining Beacon Partners Ms. MacDonald


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accrued extensive experience in IT/IM strategic planning and implementation at the departmental,

organizational and regional levels in her role as the CIO at St. Mary's General Hospital, Kitchener. She is

recognised as a long-standing member and leader in MUSE and is a founding member of the Ontario

Nursing Informatics Interest Group. She holds a BScN from McMaster University and practised as a

critical care nurse and nurse clinician before moving into informatics and information technology.

Utilizing an Integrated Web-Based DashboardPresenters: Sherry-Ann Pastuck and Garry McAninch

Organization: The Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga, Ontario, and Dimensions Analysis

Abstract:As part of the long-standing data reporting and Business Intelligence initiatives underway, The

Credit Valley Hospital (CVH) embarked on a project to provide administration and management with an

interactive web-based dashboard. With the use of data extracted from MEDITECH and other CVH

applications, this dashboard polls and integrates data from multiple sources throughout the

organization. It provides a single look and feel display utilizing graphic tools through Microsoft Internet

Explorer and MS Office. The dashboard utilizes Microsoft SQL Server as their database to house andcondition the data, providing efficient response time polling of the dashboard.

This presentation will review the development and deployment of the CVH dashboard and discuss some

of the issues that arose while identifying and defining data thats utilized. It will also review future

needs and development as it relates to the on-going CVH initiatives. A live presentation of the

dashboard will also take place.

Sherry-Ann Pastuck is a Decision Support Consultant within the Quality Performance & Risk Management

department at The Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga. Sherry-Anns scope spans multiple areas of

health care information system design, process implementation and data analysis. She plays a key role

with BI (Business Intelligence) initiatives including; the CVH BI tool, ATC/CCO BI Lead for WTIS, SETP,ORBC, & ERNI. She has a passion for continuous Data Quality enhancements with an array of data

source comparison projects. She is focused on improving the experience of key stakeholders access to

information through intuitive report design including the venture with Dimension Analysis.

Garry McAninch is the Principal of Dimensions Analysis, a St. Catharines, Ontario Business Intelligence

service and consulting firm specializing in the MEDITECH community. His involvement in the field of

custom Business Intelligence development spans more than 16 years and over three continents. Garry

has also held hospital IT management roles and managed the implementation of MEDITECH HCIS

systems.


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Peer Group Meetings

EDM Emergency Department ManagementPeer Group Leader: Susie ThibeaultBScN MISt, Application Specialist

Organization: Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, Ontario

New features for EDM in Magic 5.64

Presenter: Susie Thibeault

Organization: Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, Ontario

Abstract: Join us for a review of new features in EDM such as EMS management, Clean/dirty bed

routine, Indicator for previous visits, etc.

Susie Thibeault BScNMISt, Application Specialist offers Clinical Application Support for Hamilton Health

Sciences. She has more than 10 years of experience with MEDITECHMagic.

ED-PIP / DART and Business Intelligence

Presenter: Noel Devost

Organization: Hopital Regional Sudbury Regional Hospital, Sudbury, Ontario

Abstract:Emergency Department Process Improvement Program (ED-PIP) is a structured program to

support improvements in ED Length of Stay (LOS) metrics and build capabilities within hospitals for long

term sustainable change through LEAN methodologies. The program focuses on creating sustainable

process improvements within the hospital to improve patient flow.

Sudbury Regional Hospital (HRSRH) has implemented DART (Daily Access Reporting Tool) using advanced

business intelligence and web technologies to automate and streamline the capture of and

dissemination of performance measure data directly from MEDITECH. This decision making information

is provided with trend graphing, performance history, threshold alerting and even drill down to source

patient data offering an industry leading user experience.

Noel Devost has been an I/T professional for the past 23 years and has worked as a corporate consultant,

software designer, programmer, Database Administrator (DBA) and Team Lead.He has worked both in

the private and public sector and has served the Sudbury Regional Hospital since early 1999.He has been

a champion for business intelligence, MEDITECH integration and software solution development at

HRSRH with a strong focus on performance improvement initiatives.The integration of web based,business intelligence and value added solutions with MEDITECH has been and continues to be a focal

point of his development.


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CWS Community Wide SchedulingPeer Group Leader: LiseMorrissette


LAB LaboratoryPeer Group Leader: JoanneBelangerOrganization: Hopital Regional Sudbury Regional Hospital, Sudbury, Ontario

NPR Report WriterPeer Group Leader: Steve Mogg, Applications Analyst

Organization: North Bay Regional Health Centre, North Bay, Ontario

ORM - Operating Room Management

Peer Group Leader: Kenneth Tam, Clinical Systems Analyst

Organization: Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Peterborough, Ontario

PCS / NUR Patient Care System / NursingPeer Group Leader: Oliver Delapaz, Coordinator, Clinical Informatics

Organization: Fraser Health, Surrey, British Columbia

PCI/EMR Patient Care Inquiry / Electronic Medical RecordPeer Group Leader: Rene Campbell, Senior Consultant, Health Informatics &Knowledge Management

Organization: Fraser Health, Surrey, British Columbia

PP PayrollPeer Group Leader: Kay Rogers


Provider Dictionary / Medical RecordsPeer Group Leader: Linda Dennison


SCA Scanning and ArchivingPeer Group Leader: Brian Nelligan, IS Systems Analyst



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Workshops

701 - What is Your 6.0 Learning Project Plan?Instructor: Kerry Kuehn

Organization: Sedona Learning Solutions

Abstract:In order to achieve optimal user success when implementing MEDITECH 6.0, it is important to

design and present a carefully planned learning program. This workshop will help you to select the most

appropriate overall educational strategy for your 6.0 upgrade.

KerryKuehn is the Founder and Director of Learning for Sedona Learning Solutions, LLC, an educational

consulting firm focused solely on the learning needs of hospitals and medical groups. Kerry graduated

from the University of WisconsinEau Claire with a BA in Education in 1992. He moved into corporate

and adult learning in 1996, comprehensively managing, designing and delivering IT education for the

insurance industry.

Kerry made the transition to the field of Informatics and Electronic Medical Record education in 2002,

accepting a role with Cerners Virtual University, and worked with a variety of hospital clients nationwide

in their paths to EMR implementation.

Kerry founded Sedona Learning Solutions in 2006, combining his educational foundation and a decade of

adult learning expertise - including several years of independent consulting on EMR implementations in

the areas of project management, curriculum design and instructional delivery.

702 - Provider Documentation / Provider Computer Order Entry: Focus on Lessons Learned

at Canadian SitesInstructor: Carol Dueck


Abstract: Implementation of a CPOE system and Provider Documentation are some of the most

complex projects that healthcare organizations will tackle. Successful adoption by clinicians requires a

major shift in administrative, clinical policies and practices and a strong organizational culture

committed to supporting ongoing change. A well-designed implementation plan must include a well-

developed project design and management plan; a detailed workflow analysis; an approved template for

order sets; a process to engage physicians; a customizable training plan and organization wide

communication and engagement throughout the project. Benefits to the organization adopting this

technology include improved efficiency, data driven decision making, enhanced teamwork, improved

interdisciplinary collaboration and a reduction in medical error.

This presentation will outline the critical elements and the lessons learned during the implementation

CPOE / Provider Documentation at two Canadian sites to promote a successful adoption of the new

advanced clinical technology. The interactive workshop will include:


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y Design ideas for CPOE system and order sets with eye to link clinical decision support system(CDSS) to ensure best practice information guides providers at the order stage;

y Examining resistance to change and the significant role that managing change factors into theadoption of technology;

y Tips for attention to workflow and perceived shifts in power related to work redistribution andsafety initiatives;

y Templates that focus on quality, reporting criteria and standardization without slowing thedocumentation process;

y Guidelines for choosing devicesCarol Dueck is an experienced healthcare consultant with over 30 years of expertise in improving patient

care and healthcare delivery in Canada. She is passionate about the transfer of knowledge related to

clinical practice and patient safety. Carol is leading many initiatives geared towards the adoption of

electronic health records and safe medication management systems.

Over the past four years, Carol has led six readiness assessments for enhanced technology in medication

management systems and Computerized Provider Order Entry at mid-size community and large tertiary

hospitals.Carol was the Clinical Lead for the implementation of a province-wide wait-time improvement

initiative for the Nova Scotia Department of Health.Carol is actively participating with the team to build

and implement Advanced Clinical Systems and Provider Computer Order Entry for the MEDITECH 6.0

installation in the Territory of Nunavut. Carol joined Healthtech in 2006.

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