By Chuck Lauer
Mike Leonard is a good friend of mine. You may have seen his work. He’s a broadcast journalist whose stories appear on NBC’s Today Show, mostly on Wednesdays. He and I met a number of years ago when we both played what could be termed “old man’s hockey.” read more

Teamwork: In Business, It's No Game
Signatures and Simple Things
By Chuck Lauer
Simple things can be so important. I had lunch with the former chairman of a major healthcare supply firm and in the course of the conversation, we talked about all kinds of matters, including ethics, character and the characteristics of top leaders. read more
What We Learn from Lessons in Life
By Chuck Lauer
I recently discovered the writings of Regina Brett a couple of months ago and what a pleasure it is to read her observations about life. She is a professional journalist and successful author, and has been writing for the Cleveland Plain Dealer for years. read more
Negativity and Uncivil Behavior is a Telltale Sign of Character
By Chuck Lauer
There is no way around the fact that social media like Facebook, Linkedln and other vehicles carry a lot of clout. read more
Farewell to an American Hero
By Chuck Lauer
The healthcare experience can change a patient’s life, for better or for worse. Sometimes a patient comes along who changes those providing the care as well. One of those was Oscar Canon. read more
"We always recommend the IDN Summit meetings as a 'top show' for networking opportunities. The chance to work with such a large audience of high level decision-makers in one setting allows for a quick assimilation into the corporate account arena and provides strategic opportunities for any supplier. It is also a great occasion to stay close to the issues affecting healthcare delivery and a venue to be involved in improving them."
Maria Hames
Partner, Healthcare Links
"There hasn’t been a more important time for CEOs to be engaged in the healthcare supply chain than now. Balancing the need to be technologically advanced with the need to maintain solid financial footing means that leaders have to examine their supply chain as an integral part of system strategy. What I want to accomplish at the IDN Summit, and beyond, is to get the right kind of dialogue going with the right people."
Chuck Lauer
Former Publisher
Modern Healthcare








