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DEFRAN SYSTEMS HOSTS TWELFTH ANNUAL NATIONAL USER CONFERENCE

Non-profit human services organizations gather for sessions to assist them in providing quality services in a difficult economic environment

NEW ORLEANS—Sept. 22, 2011 — Defran Systems, Inc., a leading developer of web-based, enterprise-wide case, clinical and financial management software for human services organizations today announced the start of their twelfth annual National User Conference in New Orleans. Executives, clinical staff, and IT staff from Defran’s client agencies will learn how to effectively optimize their integrated electronic health solution. The company is also offering industry best practices sessions, software functionality lessons, and roundtable discussions on important funding and Meaningful Use issues.

Attendees will attend both Defran and customer-led discussions about how human services agencies can leverage their EHR software to cope during challenging times. Topics for discussion include: managing in a difficult economic environment; how to deal with slashed Medicaid funding and qualifying for difficult Meaningful Use incentives.

"We always look forward to Defran’s annual User Conference and are thrilled to be in attendance this year,” said George Terrell, CMIS Administrator, Catholic Charities of St. Paul & Minneapolis. “The content is always user-focused and never fails to disappoint. We also look forward to connecting with our peers and Defran’s leadership team to hone our approach toward achieving Meaningful Use. In today’s uncertain funding environment it is more important than ever that we learn how to best optimize our software experience.”

“We chose Defran because the technology fit our needs perfectly and affordably,” said Karl Wiggins, vice president of youth and family services, Gustavus Adolphus Family Services. “For us it was important to have an affordable EHR solution that could be up and running quickly with very little impact on our IT resources.”

The two day event is being held at the W Hotel, where attendees will have the chance to meet Defran staff and network with fellow Defran software users. Customers will also have the opportunity to participate in client panel discussions and one-on-one sessions with Defran product experts. In these sessions, customers will receive individual attention tailored to their own use of the software.

“We provide a variety of content so attendees at every level will have a rewarding experience and come away with valuable knowledge whether they’re a CFO or a clinician,” said Fran Loshin-Turso, president and CEO, Defran Systems, Inc. “This year’s turnout is the biggest we’ve ever had and will help us gain a keen understanding of the industry issues that are affecting our customers. The real-world feedback and suggestions we collect from attendees always proves invaluable as we shape our future development calendar.”