Hosted by City of Hope
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death for both men and women across the U.S., but it doesn’t affect everyone equally. Many cancer patients face insurmountable barriers to the leading-edge treatments, support, and technologies most likely to save their lives. Geography, common industry interventions—such as narrow networks—and social determinants of health all play a role in obstructing access to specialized care and life-saving experts. Hear from champions of health equity on how they are democratizing cancer care by creating new systems that prioritize patient survival, quality of life, and a return to normalcy by providing vulnerable populations with better access to education, screening, and treatment.

Hosted by GE HealthCare
Health care systems have access to an immense amount of data, but much of that data is stuck in silos. Bringing these data points together can not only help reduce barriers to care, but also increase efficiencies in health systems and provide better outcomes for patients. Artificial intelligence and machine-learning models have the potential to make health care workflows more efficient, reducing wait times and alleviating pressure on an already strained workforce. What technologies are driving innovations in patient care and offering solutions to how health systems can better serve patients? Where do challenges still exist in bringing together health care’s often disparate data streams? How is A.I. and machine learning breaking down barriers to care?

Hosted by Bristol Myers Squibb
From clinical trials to the doctor’s office, health care systems that better reflect the people they serve can improve patient outcomes and increase access to health care in communities that need it most. Studies have shown that a lack of diversity can have a detrimental effect on patient outcomes, access to care, trust and employee retention. We’ll explore how health care leaders are working to deliver high-quality care that closes gaps across diverse communities.

Anxious? Burned out? Lonely? The U.S. surgeon general has long been raising the alarm on the nation’s mental health crisis. Now serving in his second term as the nation’s doctor, Dr. Vivek Murthy is elevating the essential role that workplaces play in promoting the mental health of workers and highlighting the essential need to rebuild social connections across communities to heal from the pandemic.

Health inequity remains an unresolved malignancy. Access, affordability and AI bias are just some ways our healthcare system still struggles with patient parity. We explore the business case for improving health equity and ensuring underserved populations have better access to care.

What are some creative ways to reinvent employer-sponsored insurance to bring more value while delivering better care? We dig into the latest innovative models and initiatives to raise the quality of care and reduce costs.

On the sidelines of every NFL game is an extra team: 30 medical specialists who ensure the safety of the players. From orthopedic doctors and primary care physicians to athletic trainers and a dentist, these professionals spring into action when a player goes down. The head physicians for Los Angeles’ two teams shed light on how it all works

An expansive health community has formed with the huge increase in the use of TikTok and the popularity of other social media platforms. But medical misinformation is on rise as well through these channels. How can we leverage lessons to improve how healthcare is delivered, while fighting medical misinformation, on TikTok, Instagram and more.

Obesity has nearly tripled worldwide since 1975, and about 40% of U.S. adults have obesity. The toll is physical and financial, with the medical cost of obesity hitting nearly $173 billion in 2019 in the U.S. We explore how to manage obesity from food to semaglutide and beyond.

When women turn 40, they may feel invisible, at least in culture and marketing. But the global menopause market was $15.4 billion in 2021 and projected to be $24.4 billion by 2030. And nearly 20% of the U.S. workforce–about 27 million people–experience menopause. In a candid chat, we discuss how this market can be better served.

Black women are three to four times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. The causes are many, including systemic and structural racism in the American healthcare system. Our panel of experts delve into the actions needed to fix this crisis.

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Amazon’s inroads into health have encompassed telemedicine, pharmacy, and primary care. Recently, the company announced a $5-a-month pharmacy delivery offering for Prime Members, following a planned acquisition of One Medical. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vin Gupta and Senior Vice President of Health Neil Lindsay join us to discuss the broader strategy.

Major depressive disorder and postpartum depression can take a serious toll on a person’s overall health and financial situation. And yet, research shows that over half of Americans with mental illness do not receive treatment. Those that do often find themselves waiting weeks for relief. Major depressive disorder and postpartum depression each face entrenched inequalities in access to treatment despite growing clinical and social investment. Addressing this widespread mental health crisis can’t rely on one solution—depressive disorders aren’t monolithic and meeting the needs of each individual deserves equal urgency. Embracing technology, innovative treatment systems, and culturally responsive support can help enable quicker treatments and better outcomes for patients. Hear from leaders using the latest science and technology to deliver a more holistic approach to the treatment of depressive disorders.

Current macroeconomic trends and new laws around the world are shaking up the health care industry. Tightening budgets and legislation like the Inflation Reduction Act in the U.S. are causing many to rethink their priorities and what to invest in. Despite the challenges of this new era, founders and investors still see opportunities. We’ll hear from leaders working to navigate an uncertain economy and explore how they are activating innovation amid new patient expectations and growing technology disruption

Trust in traditional institutions is declining and health care is no exception. Despite clinical voices inspiring more confidence than their counterparts in government and media, the pandemic left Americans with less trust in health care systems and aren’t as confident in their ability to make informed health decisions. And yet, more and more companies are working in health, offering consumers everything from at-home care to A.I.-enabled devices. But with all these new players, how can patients be sure their care is delivered with integrity and backed up by clinical rigor? Hear from the companies building trust with their patients and the public to improve health outcomes, lower the costs, and expand access to high-quality care.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has a $300+ billion budget, including $130+ billion for the Veterans Health Administration. We talk with VA’s highest health official about the top medical issues VA addresses including improving delivery of care, supporting veterans impacted by toxic exposures, preventing suicide, and modernizing electronic health records.

One in six couples have trouble getting, or staying, pregnant, and innovators are rushing in to help both women and men. Fertility clinics just in the U.S. are estimated to be an $8 billion business, and fertility support startups are bringing new technologies to a very analog field of medicine. We look at the latest advancements in female and male fertility treatments.

If “you are what you eat,” then how can food be used to address medical conditions? From taming inflammation to using diet to ward off disease, we dig into how food and behavior change can support good health

For years, conversations around artificial intelligence in healthcare were theoretical. Today, A.I. and machine learning are driving advancements in pharma R&D and deepening our understanding of chronic diseases, helping to usher in a new era of precision medicine. This session will dive into the latest uses of digital tools to solve health challenges at scale, and explore how to leverage this convergence of tech and healthcare.

Shortages ranging from children’s pain reliever to contrast dye have hit America’s healthcare system. Companies along the supply chain are striving to make delivery of drugs and other medical items as efficient as possible. We dive into the latest strategies to ensure medications and medical supplies are delivered reliably and securely.

In an increasingly competitive healthcare market, where consumers have more care options than ever before, designing a digitally-driven consumer health experience is paramount. But successful, lasting digital health adoption isn’t possible unless that technology delivers on its purpose and promise to improve outcomes and decrease costs. We dive into how collaborations are helping tech and data science revolutionize care.

The private sector has driven solutions that were critical for all aspects of the pandemic response. What changes need to be made in the federal government to make the U.S. more nimble and better prepared to detect and respond to health crises? This longtime civil servant will discuss why the private sector must have a seat at the table for federal pandemic response planning.

After his father, Robin Williams, died by suicide, Zak Williams tried amino acid therapy to alleviate his mental health struggles. Discovering success with the supplements, Zak and his wife, Olivia June, launched PYM, working with food scientists to create safe, natural and effective mental hygiene products. Williams shares his journey to become a mental-health advocate, and launch his startup.