Qsource is proud to share that several of our experts will be presenting at the upcoming LeadingAge Georgia Annual Conference. Amanda Odom, Denise Gee, Linzie Bugg, Layalee Abusaleh, and Jonathon Pouliot will join together for a panel discussion titled “From Silos to Synergy: Strengthening IDT.”
This session will bring a multidisciplinary perspective to one of the most important aspects of long-term care operations: effective interdisciplinary teamwork.
Long-term care success relies on more than strong individual departments. It requires communication, shared accountability, and coordinated decision making across clinical and operational teams. “From Silos to Synergy: Strengthening IDT” explores how breaking down traditional silos allows organizations to improve quality outcomes, strengthen regulatory compliance, and deliver more coordinated resident-centered care.
The panel combines expertise from several disciplines, including nursing leadership, regulatory compliance, behavioral health, pharmacy, and quality improvement. Together, the presenters will demonstrate how aligning these perspectives helps teams identify risks earlier, strengthen communication, and build more reliable systems of care.
Participants will gain insight into practical approaches that support stronger collaboration across teams and improve daily decision making in skilled nursing environments.
This session will provide real-world insight into how interdisciplinary collaboration can transform care delivery and operational performance. Panelists will share practical frameworks and examples that illustrate how coordinated teamwork improves outcomes across departments.
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By examining challenges through multiple professional lenses, this session will highlight how stronger IDT structures support both regulatory readiness and improved resident experiences.
Amanda Odom, Quality Services Director at Qsource, brings more than two decades of healthcare leadership experience in post-acute and long-term care. Her work focuses on regulatory compliance, QAPI development, interdisciplinary education, and building sustainable systems that support quality outcomes.
Denise Gee, Vice President of Corporate Services and Compliance Officer, brings extensive expertise in healthcare compliance and operational leadership. Her experience helps organizations align policies, regulatory expectations, and operational processes that support sustainable compliance.
Linzie Bugg, Quality Improvement Advisor and former multi-state nursing home surveyor, provides deep insight into survey methodology and regulatory expectations. She supports organizations in strengthening care systems and reducing deficiencies through practical improvement strategies.
Layalee Abusaleh, Behavioral Health Consultant, contributes expertise in psychosocial care and behavioral health integration within long-term care settings. Her work supports teams in addressing complex resident needs while improving communication and care coordination.
Jonathon Pouliot, Pharmacy Consultant, brings clinical pharmacy expertise that supports safe medication management and interdisciplinary collaboration in long-term care environments.
The LeadingAge Georgia conference brings together leaders from across the aging services community to share ideas, strengthen professional collaboration, and explore strategies that improve care for older adults.
If you are attending the conference, be sure to add “From Silos to Synergy: Strengthening IDT” to your schedule. This session will provide practical insight from multiple disciplines and demonstrate how strong interdisciplinary teamwork can strengthen both compliance and resident outcomes.
Qsource is looking forward to being a part of this impactful event. If you're interested in Qsource experts coming to an event near you, visit our Speaker's Bureau and reach out to us.