Health & Medical

Health professionals looking to deliver care, enhance well-being and address physical and mental health challenges

Utsav Sharma

Utsav Sharma

Utsav Sharma is a Data Engineering Manager with 11 years of experience building AI and data systems in regulated environments. He has shipped production ML systems that score 148,000+ events daily, saved ~1,958 engineer-hours through LLM automation, and reduced critical query runtimes by 75%. He holds a Machine Learning Certificate from Cornell University and speaks at the intersection of practical AI and enterprise data engineering.
GitHub: github.com/utsavsharma1990 | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/utsav001

Utsav Sharma is a Data Engineering Manager with 11 years of experience building AI and data systems in regulated environments. He has shipped production ML systems that score 148,000+ events daily, saved ~1,958 engineer-hours through LLM automation, ... Show more

Keith Wilson

Keith Wilson

Passionate about driving digital innovation and process optimization within the pharmaceutical industry, Keith is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of diverse experience spanning research, technology, operations, and leadership. His expertise lies at the intersection of SharePoint, Power Platform, and Pharma R&D, where he has successfully spearheaded impactful solutions and transformational projects.

Passionate about driving digital innovation and process optimization within the pharmaceutical industry, Keith is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of diverse experience spanning research, technology, operations, and leadership. His expertis... Show more

Julieta Lara Balcaza

Julieta Lara Balcaza

Soy Julieta Lara Balcaza (Juli), médica de formación y Quality Engineer. Investigo la intersección entre salud, inteligencia artificial y ciberseguridad, con foco en la ética, la confianza y la protección de datos sensibles en entornos médicos.
Mi propósito es conectar medicina y tecnología para impulsar una innovación digital más humana, segura y consciente.

Soy Julieta Lara Balcaza (Juli), médica de formación y Quality Engineer. Investigo la intersección entre salud, inteligencia artificial y ciberseguridad, con foco en la ética, la confianza y la protección de datos sensibles en entornos médicos. Mi p... Show more

Esta Etim

Esta Etim

Esta Richard Etim also known as Esta Richards, is a Global Wellness & Performance Consultant, Mental Health Educator, and Tech Ecosystem Speaker with over a decade of experience helping entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals build sustainable success without burning out. She bridges the gap between high performance and holistic wellbeing by combining neuroscience, lifestyle design, mental resilience, and body-mind practices.

She has trained and coached founders, product teams, and community leaders across Africa, the UK, and the US, and has been featured in international platforms such as Violet Simon UK Magazine’s “34 Disruptors to Watch.” As a certified Life Coach, Arts-in-Health Practitioner, and Wellness Ambassador, Esta is known for transforming complex health and performance concepts into practical, relatable frameworks that drive real results.

Passionate about the future of tech in Africa, she advocates for mentally healthy work cultures, sustainable innovation, and people-centered leadership. When she’s not speaking on global stages or consulting for organizations, she empowers communities through programs that integrate movement, mental health, and personal development.

Esta Richard Etim also known as Esta Richards, is a Global Wellness & Performance Consultant, Mental Health Educator, and Tech Ecosystem Speaker with over a decade of experience helping entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals build sustainable su... Show more

Bharathi Ramesh

Bharathi Ramesh

I'm a nutritionist and a clinical research professional with over 6 years of experience working with 100+ patients. I have a Bachelor’s in Nutrition, Food Service Management, and Dietetics from India and a Master’s in Human Nutrition from the University of Delaware in the US. My practice is focused on evidence-based coaching and helping clients create behavioral modifications to make sustainable life changes. My experience in nutrition, dietetics, and clinical research allows me to understand complex medical conditions and create actionable, and sustainable recommendations based on existing research. I enjoy reading, writing, and talking about nutrition. I’m actively involved in research and currently work as a clinical research coordinator on liver disease trials at a hospital in New York.

I'm a nutritionist and a clinical research professional with over 6 years of experience working with 100+ patients. I have a Bachelor’s in Nutrition, Food Service Management, and Dietetics from India and a Master’s in Human Nutrition from the Univers... Show more

Emily Carlson

Emily Carlson

Emily Carlson is a veteran executive in Healthcare IT, a bold voice in leadership, and the founder of PBA Consulting—a firm specializing in leading complex, high-stakes technology initiatives across the healthcare landscape. With over 30 years of experience driving digital transformation, strategic program leadership, and organizational change, Emily brings both the technical expertise and human-centered focus needed to guide teams through real, sustainable progress.

Her career has taken her into boardrooms, data centers, war rooms, and executive strategy sessions—where she’s led large-scale system implementations, enterprise rollouts, and multi-million dollar healthcare IT programs that deliver real impact. Emily doesn’t just manage projects—she leads people through change with clarity, confidence, and a healthy dose of realism.

As a global keynote speaker, Emily shares the stage with leaders across industries to speak on topics like empowered leadership, team dynamics, diversity in tech, and the power of authentic communication in complex environments. Her podcast, Powered by Authenticity, reaches listeners in over 28 countries and features real, unfiltered conversations with changemakers, trailblazers, and bold thinkers who are reshaping what leadership looks like today.

Named one of Consulting Magazine’s Top Women Leaders in Technology and Mentor of the Year, Emily is known for her ability to cut through the noise, connect with audiences, and deliver insights that stick. Whether on stage, behind the mic, or in the middle of a major system go-live, she leads with one core belief: authenticity isn’t just a personal value—it’s a professional advantage.

Emily Carlson is a veteran executive in Healthcare IT, a bold voice in leadership, and the founder of PBA Consulting—a firm specializing in leading complex, high-stakes technology initiatives across the healthcare landscape. With over 30 years of exp... Show more

Nathan Case

Nathan Case

Nathan Case is a successful executive and builder, pushing for change in security and the culture surrounding it. Leading strategic initiatives and the creation of new technologies in the healthcare, information technology and cloud industries, focusing on security. A passion for Incident Response, and operational security in all forms. Pushing the bounds of threat detection and response. Finding new thoughts and bringing them to the fields of security and technology.

Nathan Case is a successful executive and builder, pushing for change in security and the culture surrounding it. Leading strategic initiatives and the creation of new technologies in the healthcare, information technology and cloud industries, focus... Show more

John Hepworth

John Hepworth

John has been working in the medical device manufacturing space for more than 15 years. Over the last five years his focus has shifted to cybersecurity of medical devices. During this time he has been a volunteer for both the Biohacking Village at DEFCON and the Healthcare Hacking Community at Saintcon.

John has been working in the medical device manufacturing space for more than 15 years. Over the last five years his focus has shifted to cybersecurity of medical devices. During this time he has been a volunteer for both the Biohacking Village at ... Show more

Mandela Winnie

Mandela Winnie

Design and Code are my pillars

Design and Code are my pillars Show more

Victoria Allen

Victoria Allen

Victoria Allen is a wellness strategist and productivity speaker who helps ambitious professionals use AI to reclaim time, protect their energy, and build sustainable success. As a Certified Weight Loss Specialist and CEO, Victoria combines her background in business, fitness, and technology to teach audiences how to thrive — not just survive — in a fast-paced, AI-driven world.

Victoria Allen is a wellness strategist and productivity speaker who helps ambitious professionals use AI to reclaim time, protect their energy, and build sustainable success. As a Certified Weight Loss Specialist and CEO, Victoria combines her backg... Show more

Dawn Scranton, qbBOSS

Dawn Scranton, qbBOSS

Dawn is an accomplished accounting professional with over 30 years of experience as a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. She specializes in qbAutomations & Integration Consulting, helping businesses create synergy, simplicity & efficient workflows for Operational & Financial Teams - often saving owners thousands along the way!

Prior to QuickBooks & Public Accounting, Dawn spent seven years in Corporate Healthcare as an Assistant Controller, helping Ancillary Department Managers dive into Financials, Budgets, Month-End Closes and Audits.

Beyond her professional expertise, Dawn has a knack for innovation—she recently developed two healthcare RPA apps! She also enjoys mentoring at FAU Tech Runway and shares her insights at various business and women's educational venues. An author and copyright owner, she loves connecting with others, including hosting foreign exchange students, which adds a wonderful international flair to her life!

Dawn is an accomplished accounting professional with over 30 years of experience as a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. She specializes in qbAutomations & Integration Consulting, helping businesses create synergy, simplicity & efficient workflows for ... Show more

Mayank Pahadia

Mayank Pahadia

Dr. Pahadia is a dual-trained specialist in Oral Medicine and Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology. He obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Sri Aurobindo College of Dentistry, India followed by post-graduation (Master of Dental Surgery) in Oral Medicine & Radiology from the same institute. After working in India for a year in private practice, he completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX. He has worked as Clinical Assistant Professor at University of Florida, College of Dentistry in the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences where he was actively involved in teaching students, residents and clinical faculty practice providing interpretation reports for various dental imaging modalities.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (ABOMR). Dr. Pahadia has presented at several national/international conferences, contributed to scientific literature with several peer-reviewed publications as well as a reviewer for multiple journals such as Journal of Digital Imaging (JDI) and Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology (OOOO).

He is an active member of various organizations such as American Dental Association (ADA), Society of Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) and American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR) where he is currently serving as the Chair of the Membership Recruitment Committee.

Dr. Pahadia is a dual-trained specialist in Oral Medicine and Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology. He obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Sri Aurobindo College of Dentistry, India followed by post-graduation (Master of Dental Surgery) in Or... Show more

Kanishk Dugar

Kanishk Dugar

Well-versed in business management, AI, healthcare and love operating at the intersection of those

Well-versed in business management, AI, healthcare and love operating at the intersection of those Show more

Chinwe Odukwe

Chinwe Odukwe

10 years in product management in the health tech space.

10 years in product management in the health tech space. Show more

Gurucharann Visagamurthy

Gurucharann Visagamurthy

Guru Visagamurthy is an accomplished Digital Product Leader with over 16 years of proven expertise in driving strategic digital transformation initiatives, delivering customer-centric innovations, and streamlining operations across the healthcare and insurance sectors. Currently serving as a Lead Product Owner at Humana, Guru has a solid history of success in senior roles at Aetna (CVS Health), Cognizant, and other technology-driven organizations.
Throughout his career, Guru has led large-scale product management initiatives with multi-million-dollar budgets, overseeing diverse portfolios including workflow management systems, call center platforms, broker/member portals, and mobile apps. His standout achievements include launching an industry-leading enrollment platform that handles 98% of new business applications generating $2.85 billion in annual premiums and introducing mobile quoting tools featured on major app stores.
Guru has demonstrated exceptional impact across business functions: implementing workflow and automation platforms that drastically reduced processing times and operational costs, modernizing customer service through omni-channel strategies and self-service tools, and pioneering electronic claims submission systems that led to substantial savings. His initiatives in process innovation have repeatedly driven measurable improvements, such as automating 60% of broker onboarding, cutting cycle times by days, and saving millions in operational costs.
In insurance product delivery, Guru has successfully launched multiple ancillary and reinsurance products, managing end-to-end implementations and aligning technical architecture with strategic business goals. His experience in enterprise-wide integrations spans underwriting engines, billing systems, regulatory reporting, and third-party services.
Guru holds a Master’s in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University and a Bachelor’s in Production Engineering from Anna University, India. He is also a Certified Product Manager, Scrum Product Owner, SAFe Product Owner/Manager, and Six Sigma Green Belt. With a deep command of tools such as JIRA, SoapUI, Microsoft SQL, MIRO, and Adobe XD, Guru brings both strategic vision and technical fluency to every project he leads.

Guru Visagamurthy is an accomplished Digital Product Leader with over 16 years of proven expertise in driving strategic digital transformation initiatives, delivering customer-centric innovations, and streamlining operations across the healthcare and... Show more

Fekado Concept

Fekado Concept

Hi there, I am a radio presenter, former head teacher and mental wellbeing practitioner. I am looking for speaking work around my mental wellbeing niche. I can deliver bespoke stuff or accredited material.

Hi there, I am a radio presenter, former head teacher and mental wellbeing practitioner. I am looking for speaking work around my mental wellbeing niche. I can deliver bespoke stuff or accredited material. Show more

Sarah Armenio

Sarah Armenio

Sarah is deeply passionate about identifying and crafting innovative technology solutions that meet the unique needs of customers. With over 14 years of experience in designing and delivering enterprise-level software products and solutions, she has had the privilege of seeing her work make an impact on a global scale. Sarah specializes in creating healthcare technology solutions for large, acute care hospitals using a range of technologies, while also having expertise in back-office operations, financial services, and higher education sectors.

Sarah is deeply passionate about identifying and crafting innovative technology solutions that meet the unique needs of customers. With over 14 years of experience in designing and delivering enterprise-level software products and solutions, she has ... Show more

Angela Wang

Angela Wang

Angela Wang graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with both her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Nursing. She has worked in critical care for over 10 years and is currently a medical critical care nurse practitioner at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where she works in an APP-led medical ICU and staffs the hospital's procedure service. She has been recognized for her passion in education and has received several education awards, including the Penn Medicine Advanced Practice Education Award.

Angela Wang graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with both her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Nursing. She has worked in critical care for over 10 years and is currently a medical critical care nurse practitioner at the Hospital of the... Show more

Jinhwan Kim

Jinhwan Kim

Jinhwan is R / Shiny developer with background in bioinformatics. He has dedicated his career to crafting data products using R and Shiny across diverse industries as a Data Scientist.

Currently, He is a key contributor at Zarathu, where he specializes in developing R packages and Shiny applications for medical research. His role also extends to educating individuals on optimizing their data utilization and crafting informative articles.

His expertise extends to cutting-edge topics, as he has recently delivered presentations on the innovative use of web assembly and github for Shiny applications.

Jinhwan is R / Shiny developer with background in bioinformatics. He has dedicated his career to crafting data products using R and Shiny across diverse industries as a Data Scientist. Currently, He is a key contributor at Zarathu, where he specia... Show more

Beatrice Leung

Beatrice Leung

Dr. Leung received her DDS degree at the University of Toronto. She completed a GPR at the Boston Medical Center and a Prosthodontics Residency at the University of Pittsburgh. During that time, she also earned a MPH degree. Following these programs, she became a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics. She has been in private practice for more than 20 years. Currently she serves as a part time Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto involved in the undergraduate prosthodontic education. She has been named an Honorary Class Member for three years and a recipient of the 2019-2020 Dr. Bruce Hord Master Teacher Award.

Dr. Leung received her DDS degree at the University of Toronto. She completed a GPR at the Boston Medical Center and a Prosthodontics Residency at the University of Pittsburgh. During that time, she also earned a MPH degree. Following these progra... Show more

Debbie Fleming

Debbie Fleming

I work in Glasgow City HSCP Health Improvement Team aiming to improve health and reduce health inequalities of people living in Glasgow City

I work in Glasgow City HSCP Health Improvement Team aiming to improve health and reduce health inequalities of people living in Glasgow City Show more

Bindu Menon

Bindu Menon

Dr. Bindu Menon is an Associate professor in the Department of Medical Education at The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences. Dr. Menon teaches physiology in the pre-clinical curriculum and is a course director for the cardio-pulmonary-renal systems for the M2 students. Dr. Menon's research interest lies in the "assessment of foundational science content mastery in the undergraduate medical education."

Dr. Bindu Menon is an Associate professor in the Department of Medical Education at The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences. Dr. Menon teaches physiology in the pre-clinical curriculum and is a course director for the cardio-pu... Show more

Premanand Tiwari

Premanand Tiwari

Premanand Tiwari is a highly accomplished Applied Data Scientist at Amazon, with over 16 years of experience spanning artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in both industry and healthcare research. At Amazon, Prem leads the several areas of research within North America Transportation science team, pioneering advanced machine learning models that automate and optimize the logistics process. His innovations have enabled Amazon to achieve operational excellence and accurate planning cycles. Prem’s scalable solutions and cross-functional leadership have streamlined the planning cycles, improved customer and vendor experiences. Prior to Amazon, Prem made significant contributions as a Data Scientist at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, where he led research projects applying deep learning and predictive analytics to improve healthcare outcomes. His work included developing models for predicting COVID-19 severity, atrial fibrillation, and patient health trajectories, as well as implementing natural language processing for clinical notes.
Prem’s research is characterized by innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a strong publication record, establishing him as a leader in leveraging data science for societal and business impact. His research profile is distinguished by a robust blend of academic rigor and real-world impact across both technology and healthcare domains. His research expertise centers on artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics, with a proven ability to translate advanced methodologies into scalable, high-impact solutions.

Premanand Tiwari is a highly accomplished Applied Data Scientist at Amazon, with over 16 years of experience spanning artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in both industry and healthcare research. At Amazon, Prem leads the se... Show more

Andy Vadul

Andy Vadul

Andy Vadul is a Sr Enterpise Architect at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is an avid Toastmaster and loves to share intersting things that he as come across in his journey of making technology more accessible to Healthcare Research

Andy Vadul is a Sr Enterpise Architect at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is an avid Toastmaster and loves to share intersting things that he as come across in his journey of making technology more accessible to Healthcare Research Show more

Elizabeth Kurowski

Elizabeth Kurowski

A change agent with 20+ years in IT, regulatory compliance, IT Risk Management, Information Security, cyber security, project and program management, and general shenanigans. Also a scuba diver, prosthetics maker, and oboe player.

A change agent with 20+ years in IT, regulatory compliance, IT Risk Management, Information Security, cyber security, project and program management, and general shenanigans. Also a scuba diver, prosthetics maker, and oboe player. Show more

Aniket Deo Priya Bharti

Aniket Deo Priya Bharti

Results-driven Senior Software Developer with expertise in full-stack development, machine learning, and technical leadership. Proven track record of delivering impactful digital solutions in healthcare and other industries. Passionate about innovation, mentoring, and driving technical excellence

Results-driven Senior Software Developer with expertise in full-stack development, machine learning, and technical leadership. Proven track record of delivering impactful digital solutions in healthcare and other industries. Passionate about innovati... Show more

Karthik Akinapelli

Karthik Akinapelli

Karthik Akinapelli is a seasoned Lead Statistical Programmer with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as an Associate Director at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, he specializes in clinical trial data analysis and regulatory submissions to FDA and EMA.
Throughout his career at companies including PTC Therapeutics, Iterum Therapeutics, and Durata Therapeutics, Karthik has successfully led multiple Phase III projects and managed cross-functional teams in developing critical statistical analyses. He has particular expertise in infectious disease therapeutics and has made significant contributions to celiac disease research.
Karthik holds a Master's in Biostatistics from the University of Florida with a 3.92 GPA, a Master's in Chemistry from Texas A&M University Commerce, and a Bachelor's in Pharmacy from Kakatiya University in India. He has co-authored multiple publications focused on bacterial skin infections and their treatments, and has presented his research at several symposiums, including winning third prize at the North Texas Life Science Research Symposium.
His technical expertise includes advanced proficiency in SAS programming tools and sample size software, combined with a deep understanding of CDISC standards and clinical data management. Karthik's work has contributed to successful FDA and EMA submissions, Advisory Committee meetings, and numerous publications in the field of pharmaceutical research.

Karthik Akinapelli is a seasoned Lead Statistical Programmer with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as an Associate Director at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, he specializes in clinical trial data analysis and reg... Show more

Ajala Marvellous

Ajala Marvellous

AJala Marvellous is a data scientist and a Machine Learning Engineer with over 2 years of experience in the AI/ML space with experience building, deploying and maintaining models in classical Machine Learning, Computer vision and Natural Language Processing. He is a recent graduate of the University of Lagos with a bachelors degree in Pharmacy. He is a Machine Learning researcher with interest in application of machine learning in healthcare and drug discovery and has had the opportunity of sharing his research at top ML Conferences like Deep Learning Indaba. He is a member of communities like Cohere for ai (a non profit open research lab) and Sisonke Biotik (a community of machine learning engineers and researchers focused of application of AI to healthcare challenges in Africa by Africans).

AJala Marvellous is a data scientist and a Machine Learning Engineer with over 2 years of experience in the AI/ML space with experience building, deploying and maintaining models in classical Machine Learning, Computer vision and Natural Language Pro... Show more

Dr. Supatra Tovar, PsyD, RD

Dr. Supatra Tovar, PsyD, RD

As one of the only licensed clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, Dr. Tovar teaches clients how to use research-based techniques in behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and exercise kinesiology to overcome complex challenges. She harnesses the different disciplines of her unique background to help her clients transform mindsets, enhance personal relationships, accelerate professional trajectories, and heal from past trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief.

Driven by her deep understanding of the mind, body, and nutrition and by personal experiences that revealed their interconnections, Dr. Tovar founded her company, ANEW (Advanced Nutrition and Emotional Wellness), to offer simple routines to improve your mindset, your health, and your spirit. She published her bestselling book Deprogram Diet Culture: Rethink Your Relationship with Food, Heal Your Mind and Live a Diet-Free Life, Bronze Medal winner of the Nonfiction Book Awards, and released her flagship online course, Deprogram Diet Culture, both of which guide readers and participants through the successful 7-step method she has employed to help clients break free from the destructive cycles of dieting and weight gain. As the host of the ANEW Insight podcast, Dr. Tovar invites guests to discuss additional methods to integrate psychology, nutrition, and physical wellness to attain healthier relationships, as well as higher levels of professional achievement, happiness, and inner peace.

As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Tovar has spoken to corporate clients on how to cultivate habits that foster the change they want in their health, their careers, and their relationships. She has been interviewed by the Times of London, the Washington Post, the New York Times, and other media outlets and has presented at numerous national conferences on health and nutrition disparities in society and the successful application of mindfulness.

Dr. Tovar earned her doctorate in psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology and has two master’s degrees, including a Master of Science in Nutrition. She is also a BASI Certified Pilates Instructor, reflecting over 20 years of dedication to integrating physical fitness with mental and nutritional health.

California Board of Psychology License #31949
National Commission on Dietetic Registration #86029010

As one of the only licensed clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, Dr. Tovar teaches clients how to use research-based techniques in behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and exercise kinesiology... Show more

Andrei Moskalev

Andrei Moskalev

Andrei Moskalev is the CEO of Integrated Technology Laboratory LLC and the founder of several innovative ventures & continues to channel his passion for technology into creating cutting-edge solutions across diverse industries, including Healthcare, Cybersecurity, Finance & Human Resource. Andrei is a strong advocate for youth engagement in technology & organized global "Kids in Technology" bootcamp series, inspiring children to explore the possibilities of technology through hands-on learning.

Andrei Moskalev is the CEO of Integrated Technology Laboratory LLC and the founder of several innovative ventures & continues to channel his passion for technology into creating cutting-edge solutions across diverse industries, including Healthcare, ... Show more

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