the Conversation

Bracing for Change:
The Future of Healthcare Access in NC

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North Carolina’s healthcare system is entering a period of rapid change, driven by shifting state and federal policies. For residents with low incomes, these changes may create new opportunities for coverage while also deepening challenges in accessing consistent care.

How will evolving policies affect patients and providers across the state? 

Our esteemed panel from healthcare, government, philanthropy, and the safety-net sectors share their perspective to ensure that our most vulnerable neighbors receive the care they need.

You’re invited to join us as we unpack this important issue in an engaging forum where you’ll have the opportunity to share your thoughts, ask questions, and shape the dialogue.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The Friday Conference Center, Grumman Auditorium
100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

5:30 PM | Panel Discussion and Q&A (no cost)
7:00 PM | Private Reception
(Ages 21+.
Purchased ticket required. Space is limited. Elected officials receive free entry.)

 

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PANELIST

Senator Jim Burgin

NC General Assembly
12th Senate District

PANELIST

Debra Farrington, MSW, LCSW

Deputy Secretary for Health
NC Department of Health
and Human Services

PANELIST

Ben Money, MPH

SVP, Population Health
National Association of
Community Health Centers

PANELIST

Ivan Canada

President & CEO
North Carolina Center for Nonprofits

PANELIST

Lynne Fiscus, MD, MPH

Chief Statewide Clinical & Academic Integration Officer
UNC Health

MODERATOR

Ciara Zachary, MPH, PhD

Assistant Professor Department of Health Policy and Management | Assistant Dean of Masters Programs
UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health

 

Images shown from the Conversation — Bracing for Change: The Future of Healthcare Access in NC in November 2025. 

Images shown from the Conversation: Political Determinants of Health in May 2025. 

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