The document announces a leadership summit for physician assistant directors and clinical leaders. The summit will be held on June 17, 2010 at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. It will focus on developing leadership skills and discussing challenges in healthcare. Speakers will address the evolution of the PA profession, healthcare reform, transitioning to leadership roles, and strategic planning. Breakout sessions will cover managing different generations, legislative issues, and networking. Registration is required by June 4th and is free of charge.

1. The New York State Society of Physician Assistants Physician Assistant Leadership Summit

2. Lenox Hill Hospital Weisner Conference Center 130 East 77 th Street New York, NY 10021 The New York State Society of Physician Assistants Leadership Summit Thursday, June 17, 2010 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

8. Faculty Eugene Buccini, PhD Buccini Associates Inc. Professor of Management Western Connecticut State University Richard Fires Senior Director of Human Resources The Medicines Company Richard Gemming, PA, MPH Director of Business Development New York Presbyterian Healthcare Syst em John Hallowell, MBA, RPA-C Vice President NYSSPA Chief Physician Assistant - Surgery Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center Robert Kelly, MD Group Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer New York-Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center Michael Kiss Engagement Manager The Medicines Company Clive Meanwell, MD, PhD Chairmen and Chief Executive Officer The Medicines Company Leslie Rohrbacker, JD Vice President, Chief Human Strategy Officer The Medicines Company