This month, we preview the Society of Hospital Medicine’s annual meeting, HM15, coming to National Harbor, Md. from March 29 through April 1. HM15 course director Efren Manjarrez shares his approach to planning for hospital medicine’s premier event, and tells us how SHM’s diversity goals are mirrored at the meeting. Amidst our comprehensive HM15 highlights package, keynote speaker Dr. Peter Pronovost shares his thoughts on healthcare system transformation, and Dr. Ron Greeno talks about the importance of building face time with Congressional leaders on Hill Day 2015.
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