Event listings
This page is a resource to promote patient safety conferences, events, and webinars of interest to healthcare providers in Massachusetts. If you would like to receive a list of upcoming events, subscribe to our email newsletter. If you have an event you would like to share, please email patientsafetybeat@​betsylehmancenterma.​gov.
November 6 | 9:30 a.m.
12th Annual CARe Forum
This year’s CARe Forum features presentations, case simulations and panel discussions focused on communication and resolution programs. The program includes a keynote address by Leilani Schweitzer, co-founder of Comms Corps, along with expert-led discussions on communication, learning and accountability after patient harm. Register here
November 10 | 5 – 6:15 p.m.
From patient voice to co-creation: Transforming quality improvement through partnership
The Fall PFAC Forum will include a keynote presentation from Lahey Clinic on how lived experiences can move from feedback to a driving force in quality and safety initiatives. Register here
November 12 | 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
2026 Healthcare Safety & Violence Prevention Summit
The Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association summit will bring healthcare leaders together to discuss emerging challenges, strategies, and solutions for preventing workplace violence and advancing healthcare safety. Register here
Multiple dates | 1 p.m.
Reflecting Our Community and Building Authentic Partnerships
This six-part webinar series from the Institute for Patient- and Family-Centered Care explores strategies for creating more representative and welcoming patient and family advisory councils. Participants will learn practical approaches to ensuring advisory voices reflect the communities they serve. Register here