Upcoming Event

Rural health education—even on a limited budget—is not simply a cost; it is a strategic investment in community health and healthcare sustainability. Thoughtfully designed education programs can strengthen community connections, improve access to evidence-based care, and generate long-term value for local healthcare systems.

This webinar will explore the measurable impact of rural health education and highlight practical, low-cost strategies for delivering high-quality, evidence-based learning. Participants will gain insight into how education can drive engagement, build trust, and translate learning into real-world utilization of healthcare services.

Speaker:
Dwayne Odle, RN, BSN, WCC
Patient Health Navigator, Rush Memorial Hospital

Speaker Bio:
Dwayne Odle is an accomplished healthcare leader with more than a decade of experience spanning clinical nursing, patient education, and program coordination. He is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and brings specialized expertise as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and a Wound Care Certified clinician.

In his current role, Dwayne provides frontline, one-on-one education for individuals managing chronic conditions including diabetes, COPD, and congestive heart failure (CHF). He is also a certified lifestyle coach and coordinates the Diabetes Prevention Program, helping patients reduce risk and improve long-term health outcomes.

Dwayne’s dedication to advancing rural and public health extends beyond the clinical setting. In 2025, he was honored with the Outstanding Rural Health Provider Award by the Indiana Hospital Association—becoming the first Registered Nurse to ever receive this prestigious recognition.

Who Should Attend:

• Rural healthcare administrators and leaders

• Community health educators

• Public health professionals

• Nonprofit and healthcare organization staff

• Anyone involved in rural health outreach or education

What You’ll Learn:

• Why rural health education is a strategic investment—not an expense

• How to deliver evidence-based education at minimal cost

• Ways education initiatives strengthen communities and healthcare systems

• How education supports sustainable patient engagement

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