Healthcare + Innovation
Archived Series | 2020–2022
The Healthcare + Innovation Series brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry experts to explore how technology, research, and collaboration are transforming healthcare and public health. Through a collection of webinars and speaker sessions, the FedEx Institute of Technology and the University of Memphis School of Public Health connected audiences with leaders advancing new approaches to patient care, health education, and community well-being.
From the rapid expansion of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic to emerging applications of digital health and medical informatics, these conversations examined the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of healthcare. Speakers shared practical insights, research findings, and international perspectives on improving access to care, strengthening health systems, and supporting healthier communities.
Although the series has concluded, this archive preserves past presentations and highlights the researchers, clinicians, and innovators whose expertise contributed to these important conversations.
Past Speakers
Explore past presentations from healthcare researchers, clinicians, educators, and public health professionals from the University of Memphis and institutions around the world. Spanning 2020 through 2022, these sessions offer perspectives on telehealth delivery, digital health innovation, population health, and the evolving intersection of healthcare and technology.
Panel Discussions
The teleheath panel discussions were created to support healthcare professionals, clinicians, educators, and community organizations navigating the rapid expansion of remote services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The webinars were moderated by Marian Levy, DrPH, RD, FAND, then Professor and Associate Dean of the University of Memphis School of Public Health. Original program partners included the University's School of Social Work, School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, School of Counseling, Educational Psychology & Research, iIMPACT, and several professional organizations.
Archive Notice: This series has concluded, and no new sessions are currently scheduled. Selected recordings remain available for educational reference. Viewing archived webinars does not qualify for continuing education credits offered during the original live sessions.
How Are Your Boys and Men Doing?
April 16, 2021
Panelists: Gregory Washington, Ph.D.; Jerry Watson, Ph.D.; Randolph Potts, Ph.D.; and Shea Langs, LCSW
This discussion explored challenges affecting Black boys and men and examined ways communities, organizations, and policymakers can support well-being, opportunity, and personal agency. Featuring perspectives from the Men Healing Men and Communities Network, the session highlighted the importance of community-centered approaches to health and social outcomes.
Amblyaudia: How to Diagnose and Treat it with a Short-term Intervention
April 8, 2021
Panelists: Deborah Moncrieff, Ph.D., CCC-A, and Jenifer P. Taylor, Au.D.
This session explored approaches to identifying and treating amblyaudia, highlighting diagnostic considerations and a short-term intervention designed to address auditory processing challenges.
Breaking Barriers to Literacy across the Lifespan: Perspectives from Audiology, Education,
Optometry, and Speech/Language Pathology
April 6, 2021
Panelists: Anasa Franklin, M.A.; Katherine Mendez, M.A.; Deborah Moncrieff, Ph.D.; and Melissa Zarn, O.D.
Bringing together professionals from multiple disciplines, this session examined challenges associated with literacy development and explored how audiology, education, optometry, and speech-language pathology can contribute to supporting literacy across the lifespan.
Mindfulness Moments: Embedding Regulating Activities into PreK-12th Virtual Classrooms
October 22, 2020
Presenters: Susan E. Elswick, Ed.D., and Rev. Jesse Johnson
This session explored strategies for incorporating mindfulness, grounding exercises, and emotional regulation activities into virtual classrooms. Presenters shared practical approaches to supporting students' social-emotional well-being and engagement during remote learning.
Billing and Technology in Telehealth
June 18, 2020
Panelists: Sarah E. Warren, Au.D., Ph.D.; Rachel Lauletta, MS, BCBA, LBA; and Sharon Lusk, JD, CPA, CMC, CMCO
This session addressed the administrative and technological considerations of delivering telehealth services. Panelists explored which healthcare services could be provided remotely and discussed billing procedures and insurance requirements for telehealth delivery.
Opportunities in Telehealth
June 16, 2020
Panelists: Laura B. Casey, Ph.D., BCBA-D, NCSP, and Matthew Davidson, MS, BCBA, LBA
Panelists examined opportunities for expanding telehealth services, including approaches to engaging parents and caregivers, supporting treatment plans remotely, and helping patients apply skills across different environments.
Training Health Profession Students Via Remote Learning
June 11, 2020
Panelists: Anne Cornelius, BCBA; Susan E. Elswick, Ed.D., LCSW, LSSW; and Belinda Fleming, Ph.D., MSN
This webinar explored strategies for preparing future healthcare professionals through remote instruction and virtual clinical training. Panelists discussed best practices for telehealth education and the use of Behavior Skills Training to support student development.
Telehealth in School-based Programming: Tips, Techniques, and Best Practices
June 9, 2020
Panelists: Susan E. Elswick, Ed.D., LCSW, LSSW, and Sarah Caliboso-Soto, LCSW
This session examined the role of telehealth in school-based clinical services, with a focus on effective remote programming, social-emotional learning, and supporting students' mental health needs.
Engaging Caregivers and Setting Up the Home Environment: A Telehealth Delivery How-to
June 4, 2020
Panelists: Gregory Washington, Ph.D., LCSW; Laura B. Casey, Ph.D., BCBA-D, NCSP; and Katherine Mendez, M.A., CCC-SLP
Panelists shared practical guidance for creating effective home environments for telehealth services, including strategies for engaging caregivers, preparing for virtual appointments, and supporting successful remote care delivery.
Delivering Telehealth to Under-served/Vulnerable Client Populations: Best Practices
June 2, 2020
Panelists: Rosie Phillips Davis, Ph.D., ABPP; Espi Ralston, MA, MAT, CMI-Spanish, CHTM; and Larita Webb Taylor, Ph.D., MPH, CLC
This webinar explored best practices for delivering telehealth services to underserved and vulnerable populations. Panelists discussed strategies for establishing trust, overcoming barriers to remote care, and strengthening relationships with patients and clients through virtual healthcare delivery.