Deepika Katake is a Healthtech Engineer, Innovator, and Thought Leader focused on building the digital infrastructure behind remote care. She has led the design of cloud-native platforms for remote patient monitoring and telehealth, improving how healthcare is delivered at scale. With a background in software engineering and systems design, Deepika bridges technical excellence with a deep commitment to patient-centered innovation. She shares practical insights from the front lines of healthtech transformation through keynotes, technical talks, and writing, helping audiences reimagine what’s possible in digital healthcare.

Deepika Katake is a Healthtech Engineer, Innovator, and Thought Leader focused on building the digital infrastructure behind remote care. She has led the design of cloud-native platforms for remote patient monitoring and telehealth, improving how hea... Show more

Hari Kolasani is a CTO and Senior Platform Architect with extensive expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and healthcare informatics. He specializes in developing enterprise-scale platforms with an API-first approach, particularly focusing on HL7-FHIR integration and GenAI applications.

Currently serving as Gen AI Architect at Republic Services in Phoenix, AZ, Hari previously held CTO/Architect positions at NourishedRx, Oplus AI, and Solera Health where he built innovative healthcare platforms leveraging AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, and SMART on FHIR standards.

His most recent interest is in Model Context Protocol (MCP), having built an MCP Server for EMRs named AgentCare that enables seamless integration with electronic medical record systems. With over 25 years of experience spanning IoT, mobile development, and enterprise architecture,

Hari has consistently delivered cutting-edge solutions across industries, with particular depth in healthcare technology integration and AI implementation.

He holds an MS in Industrial Engineering from IIT Kharagpur

Hari Kolasani is a CTO and Senior Platform Architect with extensive expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and healthcare informatics. He specializes in developing enterprise-scale platforms with an API-first approach, particularly focusing ... Show more

Saibal Mukherjee is a senior legal and policy leader working at the intersection of AI, data, digital health, and technology regulation. He advises on the EU AI Act, GDPR, cybersecurity, and medical device requirements, with a focus on compliant deployment at scale. He has supported the design and rollout of 200+ AI-enabled digital health solutions and Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) offerings, and leads NIS2 compliance across all 27 EU member states. He also oversees legal matters for Takeda’s Global Capability Centers in India, Slovakia, Mexico, China, and Japan.

Earlier in his career, during India’s liberalization, Saibal supported market entry for multiple Fortune 500 companies, secured regulatory approvals for laying optical fiber across Delhi, and helped enable Bharti’s mobile rollout across several Indian cities. While negotiating telecom infrastructure and network tower agreements with Nokia, Ericsson, and Motorola, he developed a pay-per-subscriber usage model that Ericsson later adopted globally.

Saibal served as General Counsel for Novartis in India, leading the setup of the offshoring center in Hyderabad, and later moved to Novartis’ global headquarters in Basel, where he worked on global M&A and served as global oncology counsel. At Stryker, he managed the relocation of the regional headquarters from Switzerland to the Netherlands, oversaw market exits in 50+ countries, designed global distribution network frameworks, and supported acquisitions across China, the United States, and Europe.

He remains active in public policy through industry chambers and is a regular speaker on AI governance, cybersecurity, and digital health law. Outside work, he writes and guest lectures on technology law topics.

Saibal Mukherjee is a senior legal and policy leader working at the intersection of AI, data, digital health, and technology regulation. He advises on the EU AI Act, GDPR, cybersecurity, and medical device requirements, with a focus on compliant depl... Show more

DenetraElaine Robinson is a Family Nurse Practitioner, wellness speaker, and founder of The Pause Practitioner, a lifestyle philosophy centered on intentional rest, mindful living, and embodied self-care. With a background in healthcare and a passion for holistic wellness, Denetra creates transformative conversations around burnout prevention, nervous system regulation, boundaries, and sustainable self-care—especially for women who give so much to others.

Before entering healthcare, Denetra began her professional journey in the field of criminal justice—a path that, while meaningful, no longer aligned with her evolving sense of purpose. Answering an inner call for deeper impact and fulfillment, she made the courageous decision to pivot her career, returning to school to pursue nursing and ultimately becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. That defining transition reshaped not only her professional life, but her understanding of alignment, resilience, and possibility.

Through her work, Denetra empowers individuals to pause without guilt, listen to their bodies, and trust themselves enough to pivot when life is calling them in a new direction. Her approach seamlessly blends science, spirituality, and real-life wisdom, offering practical tools that can be applied immediately. Whether on stage, on the mat, or on the page, Denetra’s mission is simple yet profound: to remind people that there is power in the Pause—and purpose is found in the pivot.

DenetraElaine Robinson is a Family Nurse Practitioner, wellness speaker, and founder of The Pause Practitioner, a lifestyle philosophy centered on intentional rest, mindful living, and embodied self-care. With a background in healthcare and a passion... Show more

Lee Kim is Principal of Keytera, providing consulting and expert witness services in AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology governance. She is also an attorney whose practice includes privacy, cybersecurity, AI, intellectual property, and corporate law. Lee is an AV-Preeminent peer review rated attorney according to Martindale-Hubbell.

Lee serves as faculty for IANS Research, is a content contributor for the SANS Institute, and participates as a team leader and analyst in the Public-Private Analytic Exchange Program (AEP) sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis on behalf of ODNI.

Lee is the author of the forthcoming book Healthcare Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Data Protection: Present and Future (Routledge).

Lee Kim is Principal of Keytera, providing consulting and expert witness services in AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology governance. She is also an attorney whose practice includes privacy, cybersecurity, AI, intellectual property, and corpora... Show more

Hey, I’m Dr. Wilma. I’m a psychologist and experiential designer. I intentionally curate human centered spaces that allow people to heal in community fostering vulnerability, connection, play, and creativity.

Hey, I’m Dr. Wilma. I’m a psychologist and experiential designer. I intentionally curate human centered spaces that allow people to heal in community fostering vulnerability, connection, play, and creativity. Show more

Shiva Chitta is a Technical Architect at Salesforce with expertise in applied AI, data science, and cloud architectures for healthcare systems. His work emphasizes scalable design, data governance, interoperability, and ethical AI in regulated healthcare environments.

Shiva Chitta is a Technical Architect at Salesforce with expertise in applied AI, data science, and cloud architectures for healthcare systems. His work emphasizes scalable design, data governance, interoperability, and ethical AI in regulated health... Show more

Dr. James Waxmonsky is a graduate of Cornell University. He completed medical school and general psychiatry residency training at SUNY Buffalo and child fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University. Over the past 20 years, he has worked in academics, clinical, and research. He has published over 100 peer reviewed articles or book chapters and supported over 40 different research trials for medication. He has received several awards and honors throughout his career, most recently AACAP Elaine Schlosser Lewis Award for Research on Attention-Deficit Disorder for best paper in the field of ADHD published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He has been invited to present at numerous symposiums and lectures, most recently at the American Academy of Pediatrics on the topic of ‘Setting up Behavioral health Collaborative Care in Pediatric Primary Care.’ He is currently the Division Chief of Child Adolescent Psychiatry at the Hershey Medical Center, the University Chair in Child Psychiatry at Penn State and Professor of Psychiatry at the Penn State College of Medicine. He also serves as a regional medical director for Pennsylvania’s Child Psychiatry Access Program where he leads efforts to support primary care providers in behavioral health management.

Dr. James Waxmonsky is a graduate of Cornell University. He completed medical school and general psychiatry residency training at SUNY Buffalo and child fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University. Over the past 20 years, he h... Show more

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-founder and CMO of Mindmate, an Ignite and Techstars NYC alumni company.

Since 2016, Gabi has accelerated and directly supported more than 150 startups in different industries and stages and has mentored hundreds more. She's currently also a Venture Partner for the Aerospace Xelerated programme; accelerating startups in aerospace and adjacent industries. Gabi is an angel investor particularly interested in sustainability, health tech and founders from underrepresented backgrounds. She also supports a range of early-stage startups as mentor and advisor. Gabi is also an aspiring Behavioural Scientist (LSE).

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-... Show more

Darshan Patel is a seasoned data management and analytics professional based in Nashville, Tennessee. With comprehensive expertise spanning data governance, analytics, and product ownership across multiple domains, Darshan excels in implementing end-to-end IT solutions while adhering to Agile-SCRUM, SAFe Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
Currently serving as a Sr Enterprise Data Advisor at Health Care Service Corporation and previously as a Data Management Strategy and Governance Advisor at Cigna Healthcare, Darshan has consistently led enterprise-level IT solutions for encounters reporting to support multi-year growth initiatives in the healthcare insurance market. His work spans multiple states, ensuring compliance with various state Medicaid agencies and CMS requirements.
Darshan's professional journey includes significant roles at Cigna Healthcare, Cognizant Technology Solutions, Mitaja Corporation, and Savvytech Solution, where he demonstrated exceptional skills in data analysis, modeling, and ETL management. His healthcare domain expertise encompasses HIPAA, EDI X12, HL7, and FHIR regulations, with a proven track record of implementing compliant data workflows and integrations.
A technical powerhouse, Darshan's skill set includes proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, and SQL; databases including Oracle and MS SQL Server; and visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI. He has applied machine learning algorithms for predictive analytics and leveraged AI-driven analytics to enable data-driven decision-making.
Darshan holds a Master's in Computer Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is currently pursuing a Master's in Data Science at Bellevue University. His professional credentials include certifications as a SAFe Agile Product Owner/Product Manager, SAFe DevOps Practitioner, Certified Healthcare Professional, and Certified ScrumMaster.
Known for his exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical abilities, Darshan excels in cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and independent problem-solving to achieve organizational goals, making him a valuable asset in the evolving landscape of data management and healthcare technology.

Darshan Patel is a seasoned data management and analytics professional based in Nashville, Tennessee. With comprehensive expertise spanning data governance, analytics, and product ownership across multiple domains, Darshan excels in implementing end-... Show more

A dynamic Quality and Design Assurance professional whose career has been dedicated to elevating product quality and regulatory compliance within the complex MedTech and Bio-Pharmaceutical sectors. Aniruddha's deep technical background allows him to serve as an authoritative subject matter expert on critical industry standards, including ISO 14971 risk assessment, EU MDR transition, and US FDA regulations.

My experience includes leading cross-functional teams to define, validate, and launch new products, managing the complete Design History File (DHF) lifecycle, and implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to reduce manufacturing defects. Proficient in quality methodologies like FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Gage R&R, Aniruddha excels at transforming non-conformance issues into streamlined, compliant processes. Currently serving as a Design Quality Engineer, he brings immediate, real-world insight into process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and maintaining a robust quality system.

A dynamic Quality and Design Assurance professional whose career has been dedicated to elevating product quality and regulatory compliance within the complex MedTech and Bio-Pharmaceutical sectors. Aniruddha's deep technical background allows him to ... Show more

Brian is a software / data engineer and bioinformatician with 15 years experience in preclinical data, clinical data, clinical biomarkers and real-world data and 35 years in software architecture and data engineering.

He is also the Twin Cities (MN) Bits-In-Bio city captain.

Brian is a software / data engineer and bioinformatician with 15 years experience in preclinical data, clinical data, clinical biomarkers and real-world data and 35 years in software architecture and data engineering. He is also the Twin Cities (M... Show more

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 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

Bobbak Mozafari is a chiropractor with nearly 15 years of experience, serving as the owner and lead practitioner at Kinetic Spine & Rehab. Throughout his career, he has maintained a patient-centered approach, offering both in-person and virtual assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans. He takes time to listen to each patient’s concerns, monitor their progress, and adjust care to promote both immediate relief and lasting improvement. In addition to his clinical work, he is committed to education, mentoring new chiropractic professionals, and assisting chiropractic assistants in preparing for their licensing exams. His focus on evidence-based practice is the foundation of his care philosophy, and he encourages others in the field to uphold these standards.

At Kinetic Spine & Rehab, Bobbak Mozafari frequently collaborates with primary care physicians, physiatrists, and surgeons, particularly when cases necessitate a multidisciplinary approach. This teamwork ensures that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. He is also responsible for managing daily clinic operations, which include hiring and training staff, coordinating patient visits, and fostering a supportive environment that enables both patients and employees to thrive. These efforts have contributed to building a strong, cohesive clinic culture that is dedicated to delivering high-quality care.

The clinic’s success is rooted in a commitment to quality over quantity. Kinetic Spine & Rehab typically sees up to 130 patient visits each week and maintains a patient improvement rate above 74% within 30 days. The majority of new patients come from referrals, reflecting the trust that the community places in the clinic’s services. The clinic’s high Net Promoter Score and numerous positive reviews reinforce its reputation as a reliable resource for chiropractic and rehabilitation care in the area.

Strong relationships with other medical professionals are a priority for Bobbak Mozafari, as he believes open communication and collaboration lead to the best outcomes for patients. These professional connections have helped position Kinetic Spine & Rehab as a respected provider of evidence-based, non-surgical pain management and rehabilitation.

Community involvement is also important to him. He regularly supports local charities, volunteers his time, and participates in educational outreach. Outside of work, he enjoys following a variety of sports and maintaining family traditions. Through his continued dedication to patient care, education, and community service, Bobbak Mozafari remains committed to making a positive difference in chiropractic medicine.

Bobbak Mozafari is a chiropractor with nearly 15 years of experience, serving as the owner and lead practitioner at Kinetic Spine & Rehab. Throughout his career, he has maintained a patient-centered approach, offering both in-person and virtual asses... Show more

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

10 years in product management in the health tech space.

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

Burl Stamp, FACHE, is a seasoned health care executive, sought-after speaker, and thought leader on workforce culture and leadership. Burl’s message on employee and customer engagement is practical, thought-provoking, and inspiring. Recent presentations focus primarily on the current workforce crisis in many industries, including solid strategies to reduce turnover and burnout.

Burl is the President/Founder of Stamp & Chase, a St. Louis-based firm that helps health care systems improve performance by focusing on the engagement and development of their people. Prior to launching Stamp & Chase, he served several leading health care organizations in executive roles, including president/CEO of Phoenix Children’s Hospital and vice president for BJC HealthCare.

Burl’s newest book, “Becoming a Better Boss,” will be published later this year. He is a faculty member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and has served on the Board of Directors of SoutheastHEALTH (a regional health system serving southeast Missouri that is now part of Mercy) and the Society for Healthcare Strategy & Market Development of the American Hospital Association. He is a frequent speaker on leadership, change management, communication, organizational culture, and business development strategy.

Burl Stamp, FACHE, is a seasoned health care executive, sought-after speaker, and thought leader on workforce culture and leadership. Burl’s message on employee and customer engagement is practical, thought-provoking, and inspiring. Recent presentati... Show more

Aikerim is a data-driven healthcare finance professional specializing in Revenue Cycle Management and financial optimization. As a Senior BI Analyst at Memorial Healthcare System, she leverages data analytics, SQL, Tableau, and EPIC EHR to identify payment discrepancies and enhance financial efficiency.

With a Master of Science in Data Analytics from Nova Southeastern University and extensive experience in large-scale healthcare data systems, she has played a pivotal role in modernizing payment integrity processes.

A 2024 Women Changing the World Awards Winner, Aikerim is passionate about using data science to preserve government funds, prevent revenue leakage, and drive innovation in healthcare finance. She regularly presents at industry events, sharing insights on leveraging machine learning and data analytics to optimize revenue cycle performance.

Aikerim is a data-driven healthcare finance professional specializing in Revenue Cycle Management and financial optimization. As a Senior BI Analyst at Memorial Healthcare System, she leverages data analytics, SQL, Tableau, and EPIC EHR to identify p... Show more

Kayleigh is an applied quantitative researcher with expertise in EHR-based studies, particularly in the areas of health inequality, pharmacoepidemiology, and prognosis research. Her studies focus on long-term conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, dementia, and psoriasis, and are marked by strong methodological rigour in epidemiology and biostatistics.

Kayleigh is an applied quantitative researcher with expertise in EHR-based studies, particularly in the areas of health inequality, pharmacoepidemiology, and prognosis research. Her studies focus on long-term conditions, including musculoskeletal pai... Show more

Hi, my name is Aiden, and I work as a Home Care Nurse at Elite Caregivers United LLC! As a Home Care Nurse, I am responsible for providing medical care and support to patients in their homes and helping them maintain their quality of life. My duties include monitoring patients, performing patient visits, changing dressings, and more. Moreover, I also educate the patients and their family members about the care strategies, disease processes, and treatments.

Hi, my name is Aiden, and I work as a Home Care Nurse at Elite Caregivers United LLC! As a Home Care Nurse, I am responsible for providing medical care and support to patients in their homes and helping them maintain their quality of life. My duties... Show more

Alexis Duque est VP of Engineering et co-fondateur de Net AI, une spin-out de l’University of Edinburgh qui développe des solutions cloud-natives basées sur l'AI/ML d’analyse, de prédiction et d’optimisation des réseaux mobiles 4G/5G/6G.

Il est également consultant en Data Science, Machine Learning et IoT appliqués aux domaines des sciences du sports et de la santé.

Depuis 2015, il a dirigé la stratégie de recherche et d'innovation d’un bureau d’étude spécialisé dans la conception IoT où il a collaborer avec le monde universitaire pour combler le fossé entre l'IoT, la cybersécurité et le Machine Learning.

Il a obtenu un doctorat en Informatique de l'Université de Lyon, un diplôme d’Ingénieur en Télécommunications de l'INSA Lyon et un Master 2 Recherche en Science de l'Entraînement et Optimisation de la Performance Sportive . Au cours de son doctorat, il a développé une technologie brevetée permettant une communication bidirectionnelle par lumière visible pour les appareils IoT.

Ses intérêts de recherche se situent au carrefour de l’IoT, du Machine Learning et des Sciences du sport.

Alexis Duque est VP of Engineering et co-fondateur de Net AI, une spin-out de l’University of Edinburgh qui développe des solutions cloud-natives basées sur l'AI/ML d’analyse, de prédiction et d’optimisation des réseaux mobiles 4G/5G/6G. Il est ég... Show more

With over two decades of experience in both nursing and massage therapy, I bring a clinical yet holistic perspective to the intersection of cannabis, wellness, and skincare. I've been immersed in the cannabis industry since 2010 and began teaching in 2017, committed to educating others on safe, effective, and evidence-informed practices. As a nurse of 24 years and a licensed massage therapist for 19 years, my teaching is grounded in both science and compassion.

In 2014, I founded Primal Therapeutics, one of the first mobile cannabis massage businesses in the country, dedicated to bringing plant medicine directly to clients in a personalized and therapeutic setting. Building on that mission, I launched Primal Healing in 2019, a line of organic hemp-based skincare products that reflect my commitment to quality, integrity, and the healing power of nature. Since creating both businesses, I have been featured in many publications.

I have been providing education at the largest spa conferences in the nation since 2017. My courses focus on cannabis massage, integrative wellness, and topical skincare applications, offering students real-world insights from the front lines of both healthcare and plant medicine. I believe in empowering practitioners to elevate their skills and their self-care, and I bring a deep respect for the healing potential of the human touch and the cannabis plant.

My teaching philosophy is simple: never stop learning. I’m honored to share what I’ve learned—and continue to learn—with others dedicated to growth, healing, and professional excellence.

With over two decades of experience in both nursing and massage therapy, I bring a clinical yet holistic perspective to the intersection of cannabis, wellness, and skincare. I've been immersed in the cannabis industry since 2010 and began teaching in... Show more

After writing my master's thesis "Federated Learning on Brain Lesion Segmentation" at TU Munich, I joined DKFZ to be a part of developing Kaapana platform. My main focus is to make the platform extensible and provide necessary tools to the community in order for them to customize Kaapana based on their needs. I also participate in research which focuses on applications of federated learning on real world medical imaging data.

After writing my master's thesis "Federated Learning on Brain Lesion Segmentation" at TU Munich, I joined DKFZ to be a part of developing Kaapana platform. My main focus is to make the platform extensible and provide necessary tools to the community ... Show more

Samuel Marks, PhD is a Research Fellow at the Harvard Medical School. Aiming to facilitate mass-screening for blinding eye diseases, he has developed inexpensive medical devices and automated diagnostic tools (AI). All devices will be distributed at his own expense, with device blueprints, software, and data open-sourced and in the public domain; funded via his [unrelated to medicine] software-engineering consultancy.

His recent work involved creating from-scratch new DevOps / GitOps / MLOps tooling with optional Docker, supporting: native Windows, Linux, macOS, SunOS, HP/UX, z/OS, iOS, and Android. This was written in shell (Bourne Shell, Bash, Windows Batch, Microsoft PowerShell); complemented by new package managers in C, Go, and Rust. In his spare time he writes new C, Rust, Swift, Kotlin, Java, Python, and TypeScript compilers.

Active on GitHub, he has >800 repos; constituting >500 forks—including being a top-contributor to Keras and the only non-Google maintainer of large-scale JAX LLM reference MaxText—and currently holds a >1024 day contribution streak.

Samuel Marks, PhD is a Research Fellow at the Harvard Medical School. Aiming to facilitate mass-screening for blinding eye diseases, he has developed inexpensive medical devices and automated diagnostic tools (AI). All devices will be distributed at ... Show more

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und chronischer Müdigkeit – durch eine ausgewogene und wissenschaftlich fundierte Ernährung. Mit einfachen Tipps, leicht umsetzbaren Rezepten und einem ganzheitlichen Ansatz hilft er seinen Followern, ihre Darmgesundheit zu verbessern und mehr Lebensqualität zu gewinnen.

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und c... Show more

Alexander Frenzel is Global Verification Lead driving compliance and quality across multiple medical device product lines at Fresenius Medical Care and a member of the German Testing Board (GTB) in the field of test management. As part of his role overseeing the test organization, Mr. Frenzel focuses on the strategic direction and normative conformity of the test process application, implementing innovative guidelines and quality standards. As a speaker at various conferences and company town-halls, he has published several lectures on the challenges of test management in agile projects for regulated industries.

Alexander Frenzel is Global Verification Lead driving compliance and quality across multiple medical device product lines at Fresenius Medical Care and a member of the German Testing Board (GTB) in the field of test management. As part of his role ov... Show more

Dr. Stanley Liu is the Chair and Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) at NSU. He directs the NSU Health Breathe & Sleep Wellness Center. Previously, he was the Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he directed the sleep surgery fellowship. Dr. Liu completed dental and medical schools at U.C.S.F., during which he was a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) medical scholar. He also completed OMFS residency at UCSF, followed by sleep surgery fellowship at Stanford. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Liu’s practice and research focus on upper airway surgery for sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). He has published over 120 original texts, with updates on nasal, pharyngeal, skeletal, and neurostimulation surgery for SDB. He is a frequent Keynote speaker for preeminent conferences in sleep medicine.

Dr. Stanley Liu is the Chair and Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) at NSU. He directs the NSU Health Breathe & Sleep Wellness Center. Previously, he was the Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Stanf... Show more

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

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