Doug is the Vice President of Laboratory Operations for the Great Midwest Region at Quest Diagnostics, where he has worked over 30 years in a variety of leadership and front-line roles. In his current role, Doug is responsible for driving the strategy and execution of enhanced operational excellence, medical quality, customer experience, and employee engagement in laboratory operations. Prior to working at Quest Diagnostics, Doug worked as a medical laboratory scientist at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Doug earned a bachelor’s degree with a dual-major in biology and chemistry from Southwest Baptist University, a master’s degree in information management from Washington University, a master’s degree in business administration from Missouri Baptist University, and a doctorate degree in business administration from California Baptist University. His doctoral research focused on millennial retention and turnover – Retention and Turnover of Millennials in the Workplace: A Qualitative and Phenomenological Methodology. Doug is a previous speaker at Future Labs Live, regional Clinical Laboratory conferences, and a faculty presenter at ACHE. Doug is also passionate about promoting the field of Medical Laboratory Science to students of all ages.

Doug and his wife Tracy have been married for 33 years, have four adult children and 1 granddaughter. Outside of work, Doug enjoys working on his do-it-yourself (DIY) list at home and he enjoys playing the piano on his baby Pearl River whenever he can find a few free minutes.

Doug is the Vice President of Laboratory Operations for the Great Midwest Region at Quest Diagnostics, where he has worked over 30 years in a variety of leadership and front-line roles. In his current role, Doug is responsible for driving the strate... Show more

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Passionnée par le développement de produits innovants et par les personnes qui les conçoivent. 🔧 Mon expertise : accélérer le développement de votre produit. 🎯 🎩 Mes postures : Product Manager, Product Owner, Head of Product ou Coach produit... Show more

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just being polite, I try to reduce complexity and make things happen. And sometimes great things do happen.

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just ... Show more

Sumaiya has 15+ years of experience in diverse leadership roles including AI & Product Strategy, Product Development & Management, Digital Transformation and Talent Management. She has won many accolades throughout her career and has been honored as 40under40. Sumaiya also sits on a BOD of a global company.
She made it to the list of Top 20 global Product Leaders of 2023 and she is recognized as Top 100 most influential women of Canada. She is on Claro Top 100 AI & Tech Leaders list and is bestowed Global Recognition Awards twice. Sumaiya also won Chief Product Officer of the year 2024.

Currently she is Chief Product Officer at a category defining AI and Web3.0 company. Previously she served as Chief Product Strategy Officer and earlier she was VP of HR & Digital Transformation. She has worked with Telenor enabling them with their digital transformation. At IBM, she had 3 global roles and she led Technology M&As across 50+ countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa enabling IBM to be an AI & Cloud company. As part of executive team, she has closed millions of dollars of funding for companies.

Sumaiya is a graduate of IBM Leadership Development Program. She is a Startup Advisor, Fulbright scholar with MS/MBA from Purdue University, INSEAD certified Digital Strategy Expert, Certified AI PM and an Engineer with experience of managing cross-functional teams across 6 continents (being based in 4 continents) with Fortune100 multinationals and tech start-ups. She serves on Harvard Business Review (HBR) Advisory Council, World Economic Forum’s AI Council and is on Canadian Web3.0 Committee (Canadian Blockchain Consortium). Sumaiya also collaborates with MIT, University of Toronto and University of Washington for advising portfolio startups across NA and globally specifically in AI, Ethical AI, Product, Technology and Healthcare domains.

As a researcher, keynote speaker, and thought leader, Sumaiya contributes extensively to the global AI and Product community through publications, speaking engagements, media appearances, board and advisory roles. Sumaiya has a strong commitment to mentorship and has mentored 1000s of individuals across the globe. She is also a published author in high-impact peer reviewed journals. Her areas of research are AI based Product Development, Bioinformatics & Biotechnology, Machine Learning/Deep Learning, Neural Networks, Computational Biology and Cybersecurity.

She speaks frequently at multiple forums globally. Sumaiya has spoken at US State Department with delegates from 47 countries including US Congress members. Also gave a talk at Grace Hopper Conference, attended by more than 40K technologists world-wide. Sumaiya has also been a Keynote speaker at University of Toronto and at several industry events including Google DevFest and IEEE. Sumaiya’s work has been featured in national and global media like Al Jazeera, Financial Post, National Post, Telegraph.

Outside work, Sumaiya is a staunch supporter of women and human rights, education and health for underprivileged individuals and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She loves travelling, learning new things especially technology and history, meeting people from diverse backgrounds and experiencing new cultures.

Sumaiya has 15+ years of experience in diverse leadership roles including AI & Product Strategy, Product Development & Management, Digital Transformation and Talent Management. She has won many accolades throughout her career and has been honored as ... Show more

Venkata Bhanuprasad Ananthavaram is an accomplished IT professional with over 15 years of experience in full life cycle enterprise software development, specializing in Facets, Trizetto’s Medicare Solutions, Salesforce, Core Java, and Selenium. He has extensive expertise in health insurance products with a strong focus on integration and configuration across enrollment, provider, billing, and claims systems, as well as Salesforce Cloud Platform. Bhanuprasad has led numerous Facets implementation and upgrade projects, delivering integration solutions involving interfaces, reports, extensions, and letters that support critical business processes. He is also proficient in implementing Trizetto HIPAA Gateway jobs (EDI 837, 834, 835) and core Facets batch jobs, along with developing and customizing Salesforce applications through Apex classes, triggers, Visualforce pages, and Lightning components.
Throughout his career, Bhanuprasad has consistently demonstrated exceptional technical leadership and high-quality engineering expertise, guiding cross-functional teams in Agile environments and ensuring compliance with industry standards, including HIPAA and CMS. His professional experience includes senior consulting roles at Infosys and Cognizant Technology Solutions, where he contributed to major projects for clients such as Blue Shield of California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, Select Health/Intermountain Healthcare, United Health Group (Optum), and WellPoint/Anthem. His project portfolio encompasses large-scale implementations, including Medi-Cal Enrollment, Covered California for Small Business (CCSB), the Provider Information Management System (PIMS), and the Care Radius/Care Affiliate platforms, with a focus on ensuring healthcare data integrity, automating processes, and optimizing workflows.
Bhanuprasad’s technical expertise encompasses a wide range of technologies, including Java, J2EE, PL/SQL, JavaScript, Oracle, SQL Server, Teradata, MongoDB, and Snowflake, with experience utilizing tools such as HP ALM, JIRA, X-Ray, Jenkins, and Bitbucket. He holds several professional certifications, including Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder, Salesforce Platform Developer I & II, Certified AHM, CSQA, and ISTQB, as well as credentials in Machine Learning and AI-related specializations and Azure Cloud Fundamentals. Bhanuprasad earned his Master of Technology in Software Engineering from JNTU Anantapur and Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science Engineering from JNT University, Narasaraopet, Guntur.

Venkata Bhanuprasad Ananthavaram is an accomplished IT professional with over 15 years of experience in full life cycle enterprise software development, specializing in Facets, Trizetto’s Medicare Solutions, Salesforce, Core Java, and Selenium. He ha... Show more

Rajeshwari Sah is a Machine Learning Engineer at Apple, where she works on production-scale Agentic AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems powering next-generation intelligent experiences. She has led the development of multilingual, voice-enabled LLM frameworks and advanced agentic orchestration pipelines that significantly improved enterprise efficiency and system reliability.

Rajeshwari’s expertise spans fine-tuning techniques such as RLHF and DPO, multi-agent collaboration, and alignment-driven evaluation frameworks. She has delivered high-impact AI solutions across healthcare, finance, and e-commerce, focusing on workflow automation, process optimization, regulatory document intelligence, and AI-driven document generation. Her work enables knowledge-driven automation and modern policy and decision-support systems for global enterprises.

She is a strong advocate for responsible AI deployment, emphasizing innovation that remains auditable, reliable, and culturally consistent across markets. Rajeshwari holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from UC San Diego and continues to contribute to the evolving landscape of applied AI.

Rajeshwari Sah is a Machine Learning Engineer at Apple, where she works on production-scale Agentic AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems powering next-generation intelligent experiences. She has led the development of multilingual, voice-ena... 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

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training and education centers. Skilled in managing cross-cultural educational initiatives across Eastern Europe and North America, with a strong background in organizational development and leadership.

Currently serves as Deputy Head of the pioneering Education Authority and Director of Business Development at Sheba Medical Center, consistently ranked among the world’s Top 10 hospitals. Leads innovation processes, organizational learning and strategic growth initiatives and played a central role in establishing the Education Authority as a trailblazing organizational unit within the medical center.

Dedicated sports enthusiast with a particular passion for the English Premier League and an Executive Board Member of The Association of Independent Sport Organizations,
contributing energy, curiosity and a people-centered approach to every professional role.

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training... Show more

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C Scientist.

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C ... Show more

Rachel Wities is an NLP Researcher at Microsoft Healthcare and Life Sciences group, and a Co-Founder of MeDS - Medical Data Science Israel community.

Rachel is a public speaker addressing Healthcare NLP challenges, and believes that understanding doctors and their needs is the key to successfully implementing AI Healthcare algorithms.

Holds an M.Sc from BIU NLP lab, and previously worked as a researcher at Zebra Medical and at PayPal.

Rachel is devoted to promoting women speaking opportunities at work and outside it: during the week she is one of the leaders of Microsoft Women Speakers program, and on Shabbat she is part of a feminist Partnership Minyan in her Jewish Orthodox community.

Loves her family, God and Oxford Comma jokes.

Rachel Wities is an NLP Researcher at Microsoft Healthcare and Life Sciences group, and a Co-Founder of MeDS - Medical Data Science Israel community. Rachel is a public speaker addressing Healthcare NLP challenges, and believes that understanding ... Show more

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Looking to enhance your smile? Cosmetic dentistry in Cooper City with Dr. Richard Salzmann offers advanced treatments to brighten, align, and perfect your teeth. From teeth whitening and veneers to correcting chips and discoloration, we provide perso... Show more

Vineel Muppa is a dynamic Salesforce Principal Architect with over 11 years of specialized experience in event-driven architectures, DevOps implementation, AI-driven automation, and security compliance frameworks. As a thought leader in the Salesforce ecosystem, he has spearheaded digital transformations across healthcare, telecom, and retail industries.
Currently serving as Principal Architect at Amgen in Tampa, Florida, Vineel leads the architecture, strategy, and governance of their Patient Service Platform built on Salesforce Service Cloud and Health Cloud. This critical system supports over 2.9 million patients and 216,000+ physicians. His implementation of event-driven architecture using Pub/Sub API and Platform Events has enabled real-time patient data synchronization with electronic health records and specialty pharmacies.
Prior to Amgen, Vineel demonstrated his technical leadership at T-Mobile, where he designed and developed a Salesforce-based B2B platform managing 6,000 T-Mobile stores and 50,000 store employees. His automation solutions reduced employee provisioning time by 40% while implementing Copado-based CI/CD automation that reduced manual deployment efforts by 80%.
At GrubHub, Vineel automated restaurant onboarding processes for 365,000+ restaurant partners and integrated Einstein Analytics to deliver AI-driven insights into peak order hours and menu performance trends. His focus on security included implementing OAuth 2.0 authentication and platform encryption to protect sensitive business data.
Vineel holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from National University in San Diego and maintains an impressive array of certifications, including Salesforce Certified Development Lifecycle and Deployment Architect, Sharing and Visibility Architect, Service Cloud Consultant, and Sales Cloud Consultant.
Throughout his career, Vineel has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and establish best practices in event-driven design, DevOps, and scalable Salesforce implementations. His technical expertise combined with his leadership skills make him a valuable asset in enterprise-level Salesforce implementations.

Vineel Muppa is a dynamic Salesforce Principal Architect with over 11 years of specialized experience in event-driven architectures, DevOps implementation, AI-driven automation, and security compliance frameworks. As a thought leader in the Salesforc... Show more

I'm a lead engineer at Infinitus AI, where I'm building a safe and hallucination-free voice AI platform to automate phone calls in healthcare—freeing up providers to focus more on patient care and less on administrative overhead. Our systems blend large language models with real-time telephony to replace repetitive human workflows with intelligent automation.

Previously, I developed an automated video metadata extraction pipeline at ClipMine (acquired by Twitch), enabling scalable content understanding and discovery. Before that, during my time at Purdue University, I worked on advanced robotics systems that allowed humanoid robots to assist humans in disaster relief scenarios—pushing the boundaries of human-robot collaboration in high-stakes environments.

I'm a lead engineer at Infinitus AI, where I'm building a safe and hallucination-free voice AI platform to automate phone calls in healthcare—freeing up providers to focus more on patient care and less on administrative overhead. Our systems blend la... Show more

Alfred Ojukwu is a well-known Technology Industry Certification Expert and a Senior Surface Specialist in Health and Life Sciences, a 14-year veteran at Microsoft. He has been in the industry since completing his undergraduate studies at Lincoln University, Missouri, and later his Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Missouri - Columbia.

Mr. Ojukwu is the 2023-2024 Worldwide Global Chair of Blacks at Microsoft (affectionately known as BAM). In this role he cherishes the delivery of quality programming to a targeted audience within the Microsoft community and around the globe. Alfred is intimately involved with several community-building exercises including the (BAM) High School Summer mentorship program, National Society of Black Engineers, (NSBE), HISIG, Microsoft GIVE Events supporting the BAM College Scholarship initiative, Black History Month programming for BAM WW and Health, and Life Science Educational Series for Black Employees in Healthcare. He is also a strong ally for all Employee Resource Groups and strives to ensure Microsoft employees and BAM members can work in an inclusive environment where all individuals are accepted as their true authentic selves. He is a highly skilled influencer who can collaborate with others to inspire the growth of DE&I programming through every part of the organization. He is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) focusing on AI Based Certifications.

Alfred Ojukwu is a well-known Technology Industry Certification Expert and a Senior Surface Specialist in Health and Life Sciences, a 14-year veteran at Microsoft. He has been in the industry since completing his undergraduate studies at Lincoln Univ... Show more

Rickquel “Rikki” Tripp, MD MPH CDR USN FAEMS is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, EMS faculty, and EMS Medical Director of 4 different EMS agencies: Penn Hills, Lower Burrell, SouthEast Regional, and Foxwall and Assistant Medical Director for City of Pittsburgh EMS. She has chaired the Networking Committee of the Physician Inclusion Council of Pitt and UPMC (PICUP) since 2017 and now serves as the first Vice Chair of Belonging, Excellence, & Engagement (BEE) of UPMC Graduate Medical Education (GME) since 2020 and first Vice Chair Engagement & Social Impact (ESI) of Department of Emergency Medicine since 2021. She is a nationally recognized expert in addressing provider implicit bias, creating health equity, and building a diverse workforce. She is a dynamic speaker and leader in addition to receiving many awards for her diversity, equity, and inclusion work such as UPMC Award for Commitment and Excellence in Service (ACES) in 2019, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Social Justice Educator Award in 2023, Onyx Woman Leadership Award in 2023, YWCA Bridge Builder Award in 2023, Gateway Medical Society Healthcare Policy & Advocacy Champion Award in 2024, Iota Phi Foundation Exemplary Service Award for Medicine in 2024, and Dr. Larry E. Davis Excellence in Leadership Award in 2025. As an EMS Medical Director, Dr. Tripp has provided subject matter to numerous EMS agencies and organizations regarding health disparities and equity, provider implicit bias and strategies to mitigate bias affecting medical care, and OB/GYN emergencies. She holds MD from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and MPH from Harvard School of Public Health along with being a Commander in the Navy Reserves. Lastly, she works as a sideline doctor for the NFL and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Rickquel “Rikki” Tripp, MD MPH CDR USN FAEMS is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, EMS faculty, and EMS Medical Director of 4 different EMS agencies: Penn Hills, Lower Burrell, SouthEast Regional, and Foxwall and Assistant Medical Director... Show more

Vincent Goris builds bridges between IT and Business. As a consultant he has experience in BI, Data Science and Data exchange, predominantly in the healthcare field. Vincent is always on the lookout for new ways to help data make an impact in an organisation, while carefully considering unwanted side effects, which are of great concern for healthcare.

Vincent Goris builds bridges between IT and Business. As a consultant he has experience in BI, Data Science and Data exchange, predominantly in the healthcare field. Vincent is always on the lookout for new ways to help data make an impact in an orga... Show more

Bandanawaz Mulla is a highly accomplished Senior Software Engineering Manager with over 19 years of experience in technical engineering management, solution architecture, and agile delivery. He has a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering impactful results across diverse domains, including healthcare IT, cloud platforms, and data management. With expertise in solution architecture, program management, data analytics, and the implementation of complex IT systems, Bandanawaz consistently drives cutting-edge solutions that align with business goals. His leadership in Agile environments—managing multiple Scrum teams and navigating the complexities of designing and deploying high-performance applications—highlights his ability to deliver transformative solutions.
Bandanawaz’s deep knowledge of cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and his expertise in data warehousing methodologies, including Kimball and Inmon approaches, have allowed him to design high-performance, scalable solutions for large enterprises. His experience in healthcare IT, specifically in the Medicare and Medicaid domains, is complemented by his certifications, such as AHIP and AWS Solution Architect Associate. Through his leadership, he has played a key role in advancing healthcare solutions by designing applications that streamline operations for both providers and members
Additionally, Bandanawaz is skilled in product strategy, release management, and stakeholder engagement. He is committed to improving operational efficiency and advancing healthcare solutions through technology. His achievements have been recognized through numerous awards, including the Cigna Standout Awards, IGSI AT&T Best Performance Award, and IBM Manager’s Choice Award. Bandanawaz’s blend of technical expertise, leadership, and passion for delivering impactful solutions continues to drive excellence in software engineering and healthcare technology management.

Bandanawaz Mulla is a highly accomplished Senior Software Engineering Manager with over 19 years of experience in technical engineering management, solution architecture, and agile delivery. He has a proven track record of leading cross-functional te... Show more

Visionary engineering leader and architect with 20+ years of experience, transforming health and mobile technologies. Designed innovative solutions, multi-tenant platforms, and led the deployment of 200+ mobile apps, including applications for COVID-19 trials with leading pharmaceutical companies. Driven high-impact software and R&D initiatives across startups and enterprises, contributing to successful acquisitions and shaping the future of decentralized trials. With deep expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, and mobile technologies, I’m dedicated to architecting innovation, health, and mobility for a connected future.

Visionary engineering leader and architect with 20+ years of experience, transforming health and mobile technologies. Designed innovative solutions, multi-tenant platforms, and led the deployment of 200+ mobile apps, including applications for COVID-... Show more

With over 20 years of experience, Vince has a proven record of consistently solving business problems and building high-performing teams. His expertise spans strategic brand management and integrated marketing communications, enabling him to partner closely with stakeholders to drive impactful marketing communications programs that align with and achieve business objectives.

As head of digital and social media marketing for UCHealth (USNWR #1 in CO and Top 20 Nationally), Vince spearheaded the development of one of the top-rated digital marketing programs, websites, and patient apps in the healthcare industry, as recognized by Gartner. Currently, as Vice President of Brand and Digital Marketing for MemorialCare, he leads the full marketing function for a prominent healthcare system that includes a stand-alone children's hospital serving Los Angeles and Orange County.

With over 20 years of experience, Vince has a proven record of consistently solving business problems and building high-performing teams. His expertise spans strategic brand management and integrated marketing communications, enabling him to partner ... Show more

Jay is a national expert on aging and disability services, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), health policy, and assistive technology. Before joining Guidehouse, he served under three governors as the State Director for Aging and Adult Services where he was responsible for a wide range of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) for vulnerable adults, including the administration of the Older Americans Act, Medicaid 1915c waiver programs, protective services, and public guardianship. He was also Vice President for State Markets for a global healthcare IT company where he served as an SME for state clients. He also led the Human and Social Services division efforts related to data analytics, machine learning, and AI for Medicaid and other vulnerable adult populations. Jay is passionate about technology and helps states evaluate and envision how technology can help them meet current and future goals and objectives.

In his current role with Guidehouse, and as a former state government leader, professor, and President of the National Association of State Units on Aging and Disability; Jay has worked closely with state and federal leadership on strengthening protections for vulnerable adults and people with SMI / SUD, developing clinical and performance benchmarking data for recipients of traditional and Managed LTSS services. Jay has more than 13 years of experience leading the development and implementation of state programs such as 1915(b)(c)(i) and 1115 waivers, No Wrong Door (NWD) / Single Entry Point for LTSS, Balancing Incentive Program, Money Follows the Person, and administration of HCBS services. As an SME, he has testified before Congress and various state legislative committees and subcommittees.

As a tenured professor, he developed the first nationally accredited graduate program in Long-Term Care (LTC) administration and he has developed and taught graduate-level courses in statistics, research methods, public policy, healthcare administration, aging and disability services networks, and applied data analytics.

As a state director and later as an SME at Guidehouse, he applies these academic techniques to support the administration and oversight of state programs and services. He develops, promotes, and maintains relationships with leaders at health systems, government agencies, universities, and associations to drive a better understanding of the need to integrate health, social, and behavioral supports.

Jay provides clients with valuable insight, policy, and program consulting, budget analysis, and technical assistance while empowering them to realize success in areas such as organizational assessment, risk mitigation strategies, applied data analytics (including reimbursement and fee schedule analysis, network adequacy, budget neutrality, rate setting, and alternative payment models) for both FFS and Managed HCBS and LTC environments, program development, enhancing federal match, interagency collaborations, stakeholder engagement, and state planning services.

Jay is a national expert on aging and disability services, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), health policy, and assistive technology. Before joining Guidehouse, he served under three governors as the State Director for Aging and Adult Services ... Show more

Soy un apasionado del desarrollo de software con experiencia en consultoría que cree firmemente en el poder transformador de la tecnología y cómo puede ayudar a mejorar la vida de las personas.

Me gradué como ingeniero de software por la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, donde realicé mi trabajo final de grado, con una calificación sobresaliente, sobre transfer learning de una red neuronal convolucional para la detección del cáncer de tipo melanoma. Durante la investigación para este trabajo, descubrí que quería dedicar mis esfuerzos en este campo. Lo que me llevó a dar una charla introductoria sobre IA aplicada a la sanidad en la décima edición de Software Crafters Barcelona, en la Universidad de La Laguna (Tenerife) y a dar algunas charlas internas en mi empresa, recientemente pude participar en el evento Global AI Bootcamp 2025 hablando sobre procesamiento de lenguaje natural.

También escribo ocasionalmente tutoriales de IA para los portales Adictos al trabajo y Siriviendo Código. Además soy un orgulloso miembro de AI4MED IA aplicada a medicina, una asociación sin ánimo de lucro, formada por un dinámico grupo de jóvenes de diferentes campos (doctorandos, investigadores e ingenieros) apasionados por la integración de la inteligencia artificial en el ámbito médico de forma ética y segura que promete mejorar la calidad de vida de la sociedad.

Soy un apasionado del desarrollo de software con experiencia en consultoría que cree firmemente en el poder transformador de la tecnología y cómo puede ayudar a mejorar la vida de las personas. Me gradué como ingeniero de software por la Universi... Show more

Dr. med. Katharina Jacoby 👩‍⚕️💻
**Emergency Physician → Clinical Systems Engineer**

I’m an **emergency physician** who builds **software and automation tools** to fix real-world clinical problems.
As a **Clinical Systems Engineer**, I work at the intersection of **medicine and technical implementation**, focusing on:
- **Small, auditable tools** (FastAPI, SQLite, scikit-learn) that **fit into existing workflows**.
- **Safety, transparency, and rollback paths**—because **patient care always comes first**.
- **Local-first design** (no cloud dependencies, no unnecessary data sharing).
- **Advice-only systems**—**augmenting** clinical work, never replacing judgment.

Dr. med. Katharina Jacoby 👩‍⚕️💻 **Emergency Physician → Clinical Systems Engineer** I’m an **emergency physician** who builds **software and automation tools** to fix real-world clinical problems. As a **Clinical Systems Engineer**, I work at... Show more

Hamid Alam, MD’s affiliations with leading medical institutions exemplify his dedication to utilizing his extensive knowledge and skills to enhance patient outcomes. Outside of his professional endeavors, he nurtures a passion for exploring the natural and historical wonders of the world. This pursuit enriches his understanding of the global community and its diverse cultures.

Complementing his professional and personal pursuits is his active engagement in philanthropy. His dedication to charitable activities, both locally and internationally, underscores his commitment to leveraging his skills and resources to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the underserved, embodying the spirit of compassion and altruism that defines the medical profession.

Thus, Hamid embodies a rare blend of professional excellence, academic dedication, and compassionate service, marking him as a distinguished figure in his field and an inspiring role model for both current and future generations of healthcare professionals.

Hamid Alam, MD’s affiliations with leading medical institutions exemplify his dedication to utilizing his extensive knowledge and skills to enhance patient outcomes. Outside of his professional endeavors, he nurtures a passion for exploring the natur... Show more

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customers to plan enterprise analytics strategies, evaluate new tools and products, conduct training sessions and hackathons, and architect solutions that improve the quality of care and reduce costs. He strives to be a trusted advisor to his customers and is always seeking new ways to drive progress and help organizations thrive. Based in Minnesota, he is a veteran of the Microsoft data speaker network and has worked with hundreds of customers on their data management and analytics strategies.

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customer... Show more

Dr. Santosh Suresh is a distinguished imaging scientist and engineer with over a decade of specialized experience in real-time image processing, computer vision, and advanced algorithm development. As a Principal Image Processing Engineer at Auris Health Inc., he leads cutting-edge initiatives in medical imaging technologies that are revolutionizing minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment.
Dr. Suresh earned his Ph.D. in Imaging Science from Rochester Institute of Technology, where his groundbreaking research on multi-channel image analysis for solar dynamics established his reputation as an innovative problem-solver. His academic foundation, combined with experience at prestigious organizations including Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Intel Corporation, has shaped his unique approach to complex imaging challenges.
At Auris Health, Dr. Suresh spearheads the development of sophisticated endoscopic imaging solutions, designing bit-accurate ISP models for FPGA implementation and creating auto light and exposure gain control systems that maintain exceptional video quality for surgeons. His contributions were instrumental in the successful launch of Auris Health's robotics platform for lung cancer detection, which has significantly advanced diagnostic capabilities in pulmonology.
Previously at GEO Semiconductor, he pioneered HDR solutions and automatic flicker detection/correction algorithms that improved automotive safety imaging systems, boosting the accuracy of pedestrian and lane detection by 40% in challenging lighting environments. His work at Karl Storz Endoscopy focused on real-time color image processing algorithms for medical endoscopic cameras, enhancing diagnostic precision for clinicians.
Dr. Suresh's expertise spans multiple imaging modalities including Clear Pixel, RGB-IR, and flicker mitigation technologies. His proficiency in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, and OpenCV enables him to develop sophisticated solutions for complex imaging problems. As a contributor to IEEE P2020 standards for automotive image quality and an NSF research grant recipient, he continues to advance the field through both practical applications and academic contributions.
Recognized among the top 5% of earners in his field, Dr. Suresh combines technical excellence with practical implementation skills to develop imaging technologies that transform medical diagnostics, enhance automotive safety, and advance scientific understanding.

Dr. Santosh Suresh is a distinguished imaging scientist and engineer with over a decade of specialized experience in real-time image processing, computer vision, and advanced algorithm development. As a Principal Image Processing Engineer at Auris He... Show more

Delivery-focused, PMP, SAFe, ICAgile, Microsoft, and CSM-certified product leader with strong business acumen and proven success leading cross-functional teams across PMO, SaaS, Go-To-Market, Analytics, and Enterprise Software in Digital Health, Medical Device, and Healthcare AI.

Project Management Responsibilities:
 Managed and oversaw PMO functions, aligning project objectives with strategic goals to ensure effective execution.
 Implemented processes to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
 Created Jira dashboards to aggregate data across projects, accounts, departments, and company levels, enhancing delivery effectiveness, resource utilization, and quality management.
 Defined and translated market needs into technical requirements, quickly architecting, designing, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
 Led and developed Agile mindsets within teams through Lean-Agile leadership practices and principles.
 Directed global cross-functional teams to achieve seamless system and subsystem integration.

Technical Oversight:
 Drove Healthcare AI initiatives, including ED strategies, ACO pricing, care gap strategies, and provider scribing.
 Implemented Digital Health & IT solutions in Value-Based Care, Point of Care, and Clinical Decision Support, with a focus on Patient Engagement, Care Management, Quality Management, and Analytics.
 Integrated and implemented EPIC, eClinical Works, Health Plan, NextGen, Kaiser Health Plan, KERN, MedPoint, and LANES, managing data across Clinical, Claim, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, SDOH, and ADT domains.
 Led enterprise IT solutions in medical imaging and IT, specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI) for ultrasound devices.
 Adapted Agile/Scrum development processes for global teams, improving product quality and reducing costs.

Authored eight research papers and scholarly articles on AI, healthcare, Agentic AI, and project management, published by PMI, IEEE, and renowned journals.
Active peer reviewer for the Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice (Wiley), IEEE Conferences, and the International Journal of Global Innovations and Solutions (IJGIS).
Contributing author for the Project Management Institute (PMI), Association for Project Management (APM), and IEEE.
Speaker at PMI, Cognizant, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on "PMI & PMO," American Association of Information Technology Professionals (AAITP), and The New World Foundation (TNWF).
Panel judge for prestigious awards, including the Globee Awards, Claro AI Awards, Vega Awards, Fierce Healthcare Innovation Award, PMI - PMO of the Year Award, and NASA's Tech Rising Challenge.

Certification
With Project Management Institute (PMI):
-Project Management Professional (PMP)® – Project Management Institute, 2013
-Generative AI Overview for Project Managers
-Data Landscape of GenAI for Project Managers
-Talking to AI: Prompt Engineering for Project Managers
-Practical Application of Generative AI for Project Managers
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) – Scrum Alliance, 2014
SAFe® Agilist – Scaled Agile, 2021
ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF) – ICAgile
ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC) – ICAgile

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