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  • Gery Barry presents “Healthcare Policy Insights from Around the Globe”

    • 15 Dec 2021
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Virtual and In Person the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme
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    Join us Wednesday, December 15, 2021, for "Healthcare Policy Insights from Around the Globe", part of our 2021-2022 speaker series.

    Presenter: Gery Barry, Retired Health Care Management Executive

    Topic: “Healthcare Policy Insights from Around the Globe”

    When: Wednesday, December 15, 2021, 6:00 p.m. – presentation followed by a Q&A with the speaker

    Where: This will be a Hybrid Presentation! You can attend the meeting in person at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme or virtually on Zoom. Registration required by guests. Link to come. The link to join us will be emailed with your registration confirmation.

    Cost: Free for members (renew or join today!). $20 per presentation for guests.

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