Session Details
Date & Time
Monday, September 14, 2026, 3:20 PM - 4:00 PM
Name
02. Healthcare Innovation as a Strategic Advantage
Session Type
Panel
Speakers
- Asra Ali, MS, CHC, CHPC, Founder, Ali Healthcare Consulting
- James Matera, DO, FACOI, ACPE, Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center
- Manuel Pedroza, Technology Strategy and Growth, Careforce
- Nabil Chehade, MD, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Transformation, Innovation and Strategy Officer, MetroHealth System
Description
Healthcare Innovation as a Strategic Advantage explores how organizations leverage new technologies, care models, and operational strategies to stay competitive. This panel examines digital transformation, value-based care, patient experience enhancements, and system-wide innovation—showing how forward-thinking leadership can drive growth, improve outcomes, and position health systems for long-term success.


