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      Large Group Council Executive Summit

      January 20-22, 2027 | Omni Tucson National Resort & Spa | Tucson, AZ

      Join senior leaders from health systems and medical groups with at least 1,000 FTE physicians at the Large Group Council Executive Summit. From a thoughtfully curated agenda and meaningful networking opportunities to a distinctive destination, this invitation-only event is designed specifically for executives like you. Gain fresh perspectives and practical strategies through structured discussions and informal conversations with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities you face.

      Eligibility: This is an invite-only meeting, open to executives at organizations with at least 1,000 FTE physicians. Questions about eligibility? Please email Joe DeLisle at jdelisle@amga.org.

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      5:00 - 6:15 pm Welcome Reception
      7:15 – 8:00 amNetworking Breakfast
      8:00 – 9:25 amWelcome, Introductions, & Discussion
      Speakers: Jerry Penso, MD, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, AMGA; and Rick Bone, MD, Senior Medical Director, Population Health, Advocate Health & Chair, AMGA Large Group Council

      1. What are 2-3 of your organization's biggest successes from 2026?
      2. What are 2-3 of your chief concerns for 2027?
      9:25 – 9:40 amNetworking Break
      9:40 – 10:20 amClinical and Agentic 
      10:20 – 10:50 amRoundtable Discussions

      At this time, attendees will have a chance to discuss their approaches to the presented topic and learn from the others at their table.
      10:50 – 11:05 amNetworking Break
      11:05 – 11:55 amHot Topics
      11:55 am – 1:15 pmNetworking Lunch
      1:15 – 1:50 pmGroup-System Integration
      1:50 – 2:15 pmRoundtable Discussions

      At this time, attendees will have a chance to discuss their approaches to the presented topic and learn from the others at their table.
      2:15 – 2:30 pmNetworking Break
      2:30 – 3:05 pmPhysician and APP Engagement
      Chan Badger, MD, Senior Vice President & President, Primary Care Services, Novant Health
      3:05 – 3:30 pmRoundtable Discussions

      At this time, attendees will have a chance to discuss their approaches to the presented topic and learn from the others at their table.
      3:30 – 3:45 pmNetworking Break
      3:45 – 4:45 pmKeynote
      6:00 pm
      Lobby      		Bus Loading
      6:10 – 6:35 pmTravel to Evening Networking Event
      6:35 – 8:35 pmReception and Dinner
      7:15 – 8:00 amNetworking Breakfast
      8:00 – 9:00 amPulling the Right Access Lever (Panel)

      Access sits at the intersection of patient experience, capacity, and financial performance — and there's no single fix that works across organizations. This panel brings together three groups speaking to genuinely different levers: technology, operations, and the care delivery model itself. Rather than a highlight reel, each panelist will walk through what they tried, how it went, and what they're planning on next.
      9:00 – 9:20 amRoundtable Discussions

      At this time, attendees will have a chance to discuss their approaches to the presented topic and learn from the others at their table.
      9:20 – 9:35 amNetworking Break
      9:35 – 10:20 amDC Update

      Federal policy changes are coming faster than ever, but which ones actually matter for organizations of your size and complexity? AMGA's government affairs team delivers a focused briefing on the legislative and regulatory shifts that will impact your strategic planning, operational priorities, and bottom line. This isn't a comprehensive policy review—it's targeted intelligence on the developments large medical groups need to track, the decisions you'll need to make, and the timeline for action.
      10:20 – 10:35 amNetworking Break
      10:35 – 11:35 amBuilding the Bench: From Today's Openings to Tomorrow's Workforce (Group Work Session)

      The physician shortage is forcing systems and groups to fight two battles at once: filling the roles open right now and building the supply that will exist five years from now. Recruitment and pipeline development often get treated as separate problems, owned by different people and funded from different budgets, but the groups navigating workforce pressure most successfully treat them as one continuous system.

      In this interactive tabletop exercise, attendees will work through real recruitment and pipeline scenarios pulled directly from the other organizations in the room. Working through the scenarios in small peer groups, you'll stress test your own approach, hear what others are doing, and leave with practical strategies for closing today's gaps while building tomorrow's bench.
      11:35 – 11:40 amWrap-Up and Adjourn
      Rick Bone, MD, Senior Medical Director, Population Health, Advocate Health

      Networking Reception and Dinner

      The Executive Summit has a tradition of providing a memorable networking experience where attendees can more easily connect with one another on a personal level. Past locations include Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Penske Racing Museum, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, National World War II Museum, and more. Our January location will be announced soon.

      Private Online Discussion Board

      To help facilitate the networking before (and after) the meeting, a private online community connects attendees with all registrants for the upcoming and prior meetings. In addition to being a repository of prior presentations, members can ask each other questions, share insights, and offer content suggestions for hot topics and future meeting. 

      Registration

      Your event registration gives you access to all activities during the Summit – from the welcome reception to the networking dinner. Spouses are welcome to join attendees for the reception on Wednesday and networking dinner on Thursday for an additional fee.

      Rates

      • Registration: $750

      • Spouse add-on: $235

      Three ways to register

      1. Online here

      2. Scan/email the registration form (available soon) with credit card payment to Adam Powers at apowers@amga.org 

      3. Mail the registration form and check (payable to AMGA) or credit card payment to: 

      AMGA Executive Summit
      One Prince Street
      Alexandria, VA 22314-3318

      Cancellation requests must be sent to AMGA in writing by Wednesday, December 23, 2026, to receive a refund less a $100 processing fee. Requests received after December 23, 2026, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

      Hotel and Meeting Venue

      Omni Tucson National Resort & Spa (Book Your Room Here)

      2727 West Club Drive

      Tucson, AZ 85742

      (520) 297-2271


      Omni Tucson National Resort & Spa, set against the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona, will host the next Executive Summit. The resort's 130 guest rooms and suites — including recently renovated Hacienda and Casita Suites — offer private patios and terraces with mountain or golf course views. Guests can unwind at the full-service Mokara Spa, take in two resort pools, or play a round on either of the property's two championship golf courses, the Catalina and Sonoran. The resort also features a fully-equipped fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and six dining outlets, including the acclaimed Bob's Steak & Chop House. With over 10,000 square feet of event space, Omni Tucson National provides an elegant, amenity-rich setting for our gathering.

       

      • Room Rate: $259/night 
      • Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, December 23, 2026. The discounted rate and availability cannot be guaranteed after this date.

      Check-in starts at 4:00 pm and check-out is 12:00 pm. 

      Our meeting location is about 35 minutes away from Tucson International Airport (TUS). To make your travel experience as smooth as possible, AMGA provides complimentary transportation between the airport and hotel. After you book your flight, please submit your itinerary to AMGA via this link by Wednesday, January 8, 2027. If you have any questions, please contact Adam Powers at apowers@amga.org or (703) 838-0033 ext. 342.

      Dress is business casual. Please be advised that meeting rooms may be air-conditioned; a sweater or jacket is recommended for your comfort. Depending on the weather, some networking or meal functions may take place outdoors, so please plan accordingly. More information will be shared with attendees ahead of the meeting.

      Questions?

      Contact Joe DeLisle, Director of Council Relations, at jdelisle@amga.org or 703.838.0033 ext. 355.

      Advocate Health

      Banner Medical Group

      Baylor, Scott, & White

      Bon Secours Mercy Health

      Cleveland Clinic

      Columbia University Irving Medical Center

      CommonSpirit Health

      Corewell Health

      Duly Health and Care

      Emory Clinic

      Froedtert Medical College of Wisconsin

      Geisinger

      HCA Healthcare

      HealthPartners Care Group

      Henry Ford Medical Group

      Houston Methodist

      Intermountain Medical Group

      IU Health Physicians

      Jefferson Health

      Johns Hopkins Univ., Clinical Practice Association

      MaineHealth

      Mayo Clinic

      Mercy

      Michigan Medicine

      Montefiore Medical Center

      MultiCare

      Northwell Health

      Novant Health

      Ochsner

      Optum Health

      Permanente

      Privia

      Sanford Health

      SSM Health

      Sutter Health

      Trinity Health

      UC Davis

      UCHealth

      UNC Health Care

      UnityPoint Clinic

      University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group

      UVA Health

      UW Health

      Vanderbilt Medical Group

      WellSpan
       

       
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