Just a quick note to let you know we have been busily crafting the agenda for our 37th Annual Issues & Research Conference, which is being held virtually March 23 - 24, 2021. We could not be more excited about the sessions, speakers, and the platform we will be using that will allow you to learn and network with colleagues.

As in past years, our annual conference will span two days, but this year’s conference will be virtual and shorter, with three sessions a day in the afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET. We will have the same focus on the Institute’s latest research findings while drawing upon the diverse perspectives of highly respected workers’ compensation experts and policymakers from across the country. 

The following are among the topics the conference will address:

• Economic Impact of COVID-19
• Future of Work and Worker Safety
• Health Equity and COVID-19 Vaccinations
• Impact of COVID-19 on Claims and the Delivery of Medical Care
• Physical Therapy Treatment Patterns and Outcomes
• State of the States: Selective Findings
• Workers’ Compensation Drug Trends 

The WCRI conference is a leading workers’ compensation forum for policymakers, employers, labor advocates, insurance executives, health care organizations, claims managers, researchers, and others. Conference participants will leave with new insights, valuable networking contacts, and a better understanding of key issues in today’s competitive environment. 
We look forward to sharing more details with you in the New Year, including opening up the registration process. In the meantime, please accept our best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season. 

Best wishes,

Dr. John Ruser
President and CEO

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