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OPEN MINDS Executive Seminar To Share A Blueprint For Smarter EHR Selection & Optimization During In-Person Event This October

GETTYSBURG, PA. (October 2, 2025) — Choosing the right electronic health record (EHR) system—or sticking with the wrong one—can make or break a health care organization’s success. As the industry shifts toward value-based reimbursement, integrated care coordination, and heightened consumer expectations, the role of EHR technology has become central to conducting business.

To help executives navigate this important decision, the 2025 OPEN MINDS Technology & Analytics Institute will feature a half-day seminar on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET, with Joseph P. Naughton-Travers, EdM, Senior Associate, OPEN MINDS, who will share a proven framework for selecting, budgeting, and optimizing EHR systems that align with organizational strategy and sustainability.

Over his 25+ years with OPEN MINDS, Mr. Naughton-Travers has helped hundreds of specialty provider organizations evaluate their technology options and bring EHR systems to full optimization. “The keys to success are selecting the right EHR and vendor partner, negotiating the right contract, and driving a timely, effective implementation,” says Mr. Naughton-Travers. “Because these systems represent such significant investments—in both dollars and staff time—the process must begin with a clear understanding of the organization’s current needs and a strategic vision for where it’s headed.”

The seminar, “Finding An Electronic Health Record System For Your Future: The 2025 OPEN MINDS Seminar On Best Practices In EHR Selection, Contracting & Optimization,” sponsored by Core Solutions, will guide attendees on how to identify the technology their organization truly needs, evaluate vendors with confidence, budget wisely for implementation, and secure contracts that protect long-term performance. In addition, Ravi Ganesan, Chief Executive Officer of Core Solutions, will also present on innovative new AI functionalities that transform data into actionable clinical decisions that can lead to improved client outcomes.

“Health care leaders need more than just software demos—they need a process to evaluate, negotiate, implement, and optimize EHR systems that support their organization’s strategy,” said Monica E. Oss, Chief Executive Officer at OPEN MINDS. “This seminar provides the tactical guidance to avoid costly mistakes and maximize the value of investments in EHR technology.”

Other highlights of the institute include 30 high-value case studies, and the 3rd Annual OPEN MINDS Smart Home Technology Expo, sponsored by Trillium Health Resources. Eight organizations will demonstrate trailblazing smart home innovations that facilitate independent living, simplify daily tasks, enhance safety, and promote overall well-being for older adults and individuals with disabilities.  

Registration is now open and is free for OPEN MINDS Circle Market Intelligence Service subscribersNon-members can pay and register at https://technology.openminds.com. 

For more information on any of OPEN MINDS’ educational programs, upcoming sponsorship opportunities, or media inquiries, contact the Executive Education Events team at events@openminds.com or 717-334-1329.

This program is made possible by the OPEN MINDS premier partners, Alera Health, ContinuumCloud, Core Solutions, Netsmart, Otsuka and Qualifacts.

Featured exhibitors include 5eAnalytics, Alera Health, Altruix, Avo, BI Collaborative, Cantata Health, CCNY, Clinically AI, ContinuumCloud, Core Solutions, Eleos Health, FEI Systems, Grafton Integrated Health Network, GrandCare, iCare Manager, iCentrix, iTherapyDocs, Juno, Medicus IT, Netsmart, NextGen, Oracle Health, Proven Software, Qualifacts, Radicle Health, Shiftability, Sigmund Software, SimiTree, and Streamline Healthcare Solutions.

About OPEN MINDS
OPEN MINDS is a national market intelligence, management consulting, and marketing services firm specializing exclusively in the high-needs consumer market – mental health, addiction treatment, cognitive disabilities, chronic health conditions, elder services, health-related social needs, and adjacent markets within the health and human service field. The OPEN MINDS mission is to provide payers, service provider organizations, pharmaceutical, technology, and scientific firms that serve these consumers with the market and management knowledge needed to improve their organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Learn more at openminds.com.