PFAC Restructure: Expanding Councils, Enhancing Quality, Securing Leader Buy-In
Published October 16, 2025
Join us for an in-depth session on innovative strategies for restructuring Patient and Family Advisory Councils (PFACs) to align with organizational goals and improve patient-centered care. Discover how to expand PFACs to better meet evolving needs, enhance the quality of patient engagement, and secure vital leadership support. Learn about the PFAC Lunch and Learn series, a unique initiative designed to educate and engage leaders, fostering collaboration and long-term commitment. Gain actionable insights and practical methods for promoting and sustaining PFAC growth within your organization.
Speakers from Tampa General Hospital
• Fred Freeman, Executive Chair, Patient and Family Advisory Council
• Sarah Jones-Chambers, Executive Co-Chair, Patient and Family Advisory Council
• Amber Washington, Patient Advisory Coordinator, Patient and Family Advisory Council
Learning Objectives
• Discover advanced strategies to expand advisory councils, align them with organizational needs, and assess their effectiveness.
• Gain techniques for obtaining leader buy-in, including developing and using tools like the PFAC Lunch and Learn series.
• Explore innovative practices and resources to enhance patient-centered care initiatives.
*This webinar is an encore presentation from ELEVATE PX 2025.
Non-members can purchase webinars at a cost of $49 each.
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