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Nir Barzilai on organ-specific aging clocks. Geoff Cook on why half of GLP-1 patients quit within a year. Stephen Klasko on why most longevity companies sell to people who were going to be fine. The panel where longevity stopped being a wellness category and started being clinical infrastructure nobody has built yet.

Two keynotes at the Digital Health Innovation Summit showed what the panels were pointing at. Cityblock Health serves Medicaid and dual eligibles. Devoted Health is a Medicare Advantage payvider. Different populations, same structural answer: aligned incentives plus integrated workflows.

The Digital Health Innovation Summit highlighted the gap between healthcare's scientific and technological advancements and the economic and operational frameworks required to support the transition to preventive and personalized care. Investors are becoming more selective about what works, and the focus is on the integration layer that connects emerging science, digital infrastructure, patient behavior, and financial incentives into something sustainable. The opportunity is not another standalone app, AI feature, or monitoring tool but rather the economic and operational frameworks required to support the transition to preventive and personalized care at scale.

Meenal Lele (M&T’05), Founder and CEO of Hanimune Therapeutics, brings a deeply personal and systems-driven perspective to the challenge of food allergy prevention—one shaped by both scientific rigor and lived experience. Trained at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and commercialization, she is building solutions to one of the fastest-growing public health problems affecting children today. Her work is grounded in a clear mission: to create a future in which food allergies are no longer an inevitable part of childhood.

Dr. Andy Davis is a Professor and Associate Vice-Chair for Quality in the Department of Medicine. He is board certified in both internal medicine and in public health, and is a practicing clinician educator with research interests in quality improvement, prevention, and chronic disease. He is a clinician-educator with precepting and direct patient care responsibilities in the Primary Care Group and the University of Chicago Student Health Clinic. He was volunteer Attending of the Year in 2014 for Community Health, and is faculty advisor for the Maria Shelter Free Clinic.

Janae Sharp, FHIMSS, brings a rare blend of health IT expertise, convening power, and human-centered leadership to one of healthcare’s most urgent challenges: clinician burnout and physician suicide. As Founder of the Sharp Index, she operates at the intersection of data, storytelling, and systems change—working to heal the healthcare workforce from the inside out. Her work reflects a deep belief that sustainable healthcare transformation begins with those who deliver care.

Dr. Elizabeth Klodas, MD, brings a rare and deeply credible perspective to modern healthcare—one shaped by decades inside the system she now seeks to improve. Trained at Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins, she spent more than 20 years as a preventive cardiologist working on the front lines of cardiovascular care. Her clinical expertise spans thousands of patients, countless prescriptions, and a firsthand understanding of how the traditional model excels at managing disease—but often falls short of restoring health.

At HealthIMPACT Forum NYC, Dr. Rasu Shrestha of Advocate Health shared how the nation’s largest hospital-at-home program is rewriting the future of healthcare — moving care beyond hospital walls into homes and communities. From pandemic-born innovation to a person-centered, digitally connected care model, this borderless approach is delivering better outcomes at lower costs while reimagining what modern healthcare can be.

Dr. Sejal Hathi, Director of the Oregon Health Authority, shares her journey from battling chronic illness to shaping groundbreaking healthcare policies. From revolutionizing Medicaid to integrating social determinants like housing and nutrition, Oregon’s approach is setting the bar for health equity. Dr. Hathi’s insights on the intersection of technology and healthcare delivery highlight how the state is making healthcare more accessible, affordable, and effective for all.

In this article, we explore how generative AI is unlocking solutions for rare diseases. By accelerating drug discovery and enabling personalized treatment, AI is transforming healthcare for underserved patient populations. Advanced data analytics play a crucial role in addressing the complexities of diagnosing and treating rare conditions, providing new pathways for effective solutions and improving patient outcomes.

In this enlightening discussion, we explore the transformative concept of aging in place through a holistic healthcare lens. The conversation delves into the benefits of allowing seniors to live independently in their homes while receiving comprehensive support tailored to their unique needs. We uncover the vital role of technology, community engagement, and interdisciplinary care teams in creating an empowering environment for older adults. This dialogue highlights innovative strategies that promote emotional well-being, enhance quality of life, and ensure that aging in place is a realistic and fulfilling option for everyone.

Discover how telemedicine revolutionizes addiction treatment with patient-centered design. Learn about improved accessibility, continuity of care, and patient empowerment in this innovative approach to overcoming substance use disorders. Explore the future of digital health solutions in addiction care.

In the generative AI era, a new Harris Poll survey reveals that two-thirds of U.S. hospitals entrust CIOs to acquiring data analytics platforms. This highlights a significant shift in strategic leadership roles within healthcare organizations. However, the survey also underscores the challenges and opportunities of this transition.

In an interview at HealthImpact Live, Janae Sharp and Dr. Chris Gibbons discussed the evolving digital health industry, the dangers of bias and blind faith in generative AI tools, and the steps needed to rebuild patients' trust in digital health systems. Dr. Gibbons emphasized the importance of data transparency and the need to address bias in AI training models. He also highlighted the need for doctors to assist in the design of AI algorithms directly. Dr. Gibbons expressed optimism about the future of digital health and emphasized the need for collaboration to improve patient experiences and outcomes.

As we head to HIMSS this week, we are reflecting on the highlights from the ViVE conference. The HealthIMPACT team was able to attend the ViVE conference in Los Angeles. We were looking for the good news in healthcare, and we were not disappointed. Here are five of our highlights.

Discover the benefits of multi-cloud adoption in healthcare and the importance of disaster recovery solutions. Learn more at HealthIMPACT Live.

Dr. Jitendra Barmecha, CIO of SBH, discussed the challenges of being a CIO in the healthcare industry in a recent interview with Janae Sharp. Dr. Barmecha addressed the issues of interoperability and staffing, emphasizing the need for cross-training, resilience, and business continuity planning during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also highlighted the impact of the pandemic on the industry, which accelerated the digital capabilities of healthcare organizations. Despite the constantly evolving landscape, Barmecha believes that healthcare CIOs can drive positive change and improve outcomes for patients and communities by focusing on digital capabilities and meaningful information at the point of care.