Turning Guidelines Into Confident Return-to-Work Decisions

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Returning employees to work safely, consistently, and confidently remains one of the most complex and high‑stakes challenges for employers. As workforce needs evolve and absence durations continue to be scrutinized, organizations must move beyond policy intent to practical, defensible return‑to‑work decisions.In this practice‑focused webinar, industry experts from Alight and Alight’s MDGuidelines team explore how evidence‑based guidelines can be operationalized to support effective return‑to‑work strategies. Attendees will learn how guidelines inform functional expectations, support consistent decision‑making, and strengthen collaboration across HR, leave management, and disability programs. The session will highlight real‑world considerations for applying guidelines in day‑to‑day practice, reinforcing credibility with stakeholders while improving outcomes for both employers and employees.

Learning Objectives
1.Explain the value of evidence‑based guidelines in RTW programs.
2.Apply guideline‑driven insights to real‑world RTW scenarios.
3.Demonstrate how guidelines enhance consistency and credibility.
4.Identify opportunities to improve RTW outcomes through collaboration.

Presenters
Kerri Wizner – Head of Epidemiology, MDGuidelines, Alight
Keemia Vaghef – Senior Director of Value Engineering, Alight
Gena Abel-Barnes – Delivery Team Manager, Alight