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Welcome to the School Health Virtual Summit 2025!
- February 5, 2025
- 10am – 1pm EST
- Virtual – accessible from anywhere!
Join us for an engaging and informative experience at the forefront of school health and virtual care. TytoCare is proud to host an event that brings together healthcare providers and technology leaders to explore the latest advancements in school health. The summit focuses on enhancing care accessibility, addressing staff shortages, and discussing how to effectively launch and optimize a convenient and efficient school healthcare program. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a community shaping the future of school health.
Our distinguished speakers include industry leaders and healthcare innovators. They will share insights, experiences, and strategies to revolutionize school health services.
Confirmed Speakers
Sheila Freed
Director School Health
Heather Crouch
Virtual Health Manager
Heather has 25 years of pediatric experience in primary care, Med/Surg nursing, Emergency nursing, nursing management, and informatics. She is a Registered Nurse (RN) with her Bachelor of Science in nursing from East Tennessee State University and a master’s in business administration with a health care informatics concentration from Southern New Hampshire University.
Erinn Kasubinski
School-based Telehealth Manager
Erinn Kasubinski’s career journey is marked by a blend of diverse experiences in healthcare, business, and leadership. Her passion for healthcare led her to pursue an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, which she completed in just 12 months. As a Registered Nurse (RN), Erinn worked in various roles, primarily in pediatrics and school nursing, before transitioning to a leadership position at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. There, she managed Ambulatory Services and Visit Navigation Services, playing a key role in improving patient care. After relocating to Charleston, SC, about six years ago, Erinn earned a master’s in health leadership and served as the Director of Pediatrics at a community hospital. Most recently, Erinn has been managing School-Based Health at the Medical University of South Carolina’s Telehealth Center of Excellence for over 3.5 years. In this role, she has been instrumental in extending access to healthcare services for children, regardless of their circumstances.
Jared M. Droze
Director of Virtual Care
With over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare operations, Jared has successfully driven innovation and growth across hospital, outpatient, academic, and virtual care settings. Skilled in strategic operations, physician alignment, and performance management, he has consistently improved financial performance, patient outcomes, and team cohesion in both non-profit and for-profit environments. Currently serving as the Director of Virtual Care at OSU Medicine, Jared is passionate about leveraging technology and collaborative strategies to enhance healthcare accessibility and delivery. Jared holds a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from Oklahoma State University – Center for Health Sciences and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Dr. Bradley Anderson
Medical Director of Virtual Care
Bradley Anderson, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with a background deeply rooted in rural Missouri. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Health Science, specializing in Radiology, from Missouri Southern State University. Following that, I pursued my medical education at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine in North Carolina, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at Oklahoma State University. My career journey led me to join the faculty at Oklahoma State University, where I now serve as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and hold multiple administrative roles including Medical Director of Virtual Care, Vice Chair of the OSUMC Internal Medicine Department, and Medical Director of the Hospitalist at Cleveland Area Hospital. My commitment lies in bridging the healthcare gap in underserved communities, particularly through the innovative avenue of Virtual Care, ensuring that specialized medical expertise reaches those who need it most.
Chrissy Kuahine
Director of Tech Equity
Chrissy Kuahine has 35 years of experience at Wai‘anae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC), where she began as a Registered Medical Assistant before transitioning to Health Information Technology (HIT) and specializing in Electronic Health Records (EHR). As Director of Tech Equity, Chrissy leads initiatives to bridge the digital divide and improve access to technology-driven healthcare solutions. Her leadership in telehealth and digital literacy earned WCCHC the 2024 Techquity in Action Award from the American Medical Association (AMA). Chrissy holds a Master of Information Systems (MIS) and is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health to further contribute to improving healthcare delivery and equity.
Dana Ijames
School Base Health Manager
Dana Ijames has over 24 years of healthcare administrative experience. She has been a valued member of Kintegra Health for the past three years as Practice Manager of Kintegra Family Medicine – Bessemer City location. She is currently serving as the Manager of School-Based Medical Health for the last year and a half. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services with a minor in Healthcare Management from Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC, and is pursuing a Master’s of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry and a Master of Arts in Religion with a focus on Pastoral Care and Counseling through the M. Christopher White School of Divinity at Gardner-Webb University.
Agenda
10:00 – Opening remarks
Rebecca Smith, Sr. Customer Success Manager at TytoCare
10:00 – Advancing School Health in Rural Oklahoma Through Innovation and Remote Solutions
Dr. Brad Anderson (Medical Director of Virtual Care) and Jared Droze (Director of Virtual Care), Oklahoma State University
10:30 – Clinical Operations Director of School Health & Senior Care
Sheila Freed, Director School Health at Avel eCare
10:50 – Mind Matters: Integrating Behavioral Health into Virtual School Solutions
Erinn Kasubinski, School-based Telehealth Manager at MUSC
11:10 – Care in Rural Schools – How virtual impacts access to care
Heather Crouch, Virtual Health Manager at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
11:30 – We Are Better Together: Having a Successful School-Based Program Through Connection and Relationships
Dana Ijames, School Base Health Manager at Kintegra Health
11:50 – From Classrooms to Clinics: Enhancing School Health Through DOE Partnerships and Virtual Care Technologies
Chrissy Kuahine, Director of Tech Equity at Wai’anae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
12:10 – Roundtable
An open discussion with the esteemed guests
Sheila Freed, BSN, RN, NCSN, is the School Health Director at Avel eCARE, managing nursing and behavioral health services for over 135 schools in 12 states via live audio/visual technology. With a background as a building nurse, School Health Supervisor, and Director of Nurses/School Health Liaison, Sheila is a strong advocate for children’s health. She champions the use of technology to enhance healthcare access, ensuring all students have the opportunity to be healthy and safe. A 2015 Johnson and Johnson School Health Leadership Fellow and Nationally Certified School Nurse, Sheila earned her BSN from the University of Wyoming.