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vMed26 Draft Agenda

Two days of programming exploring curiosity, convergence, innovation, integration, and impact.

Session names and speakers labeled TBA reflect slots that are still in development.

Dates

March 25-26, 2026

Location

Hilton Universal Studios, Los Angeles

Focus

Digital health, XR, AI, biosensors, and clinical transformation

Day 1

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Curiosity and Convergence

Day one spotlights curiosity and convergence across XR, AI, and biosensors with networking and immersive demos.

Arrival

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Registration and Breakfast

Main FoyerWelcome
  • Registration and Breakfast

    Pick up badges, grab coffee, and connect with early arrivals in the expo foyer.

Block 1 - Main Stage

9:00 - 10:25 AM

Opening Session: Building an Interoperable Future: Driving Digital Innovation in Health Systems

ModeratorsBrennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS, Cedars-Sinai

Main StageKeynotes
  • 9:00 - 9:45 AM

    Leading the Digital Health Revolution: How Cedars-Sinai Is Shaping the Future of Patient Care

    Brennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS, Cedars-Sinai

  • 9:45 - 10:25 AM

    Keynote Topic of Choice

    TBA

Block 2

10:25 - 11:00 AM

Morning Break and Exhibitor Demos

Expo Floor
  • Morning Break and Exhibitor Demos

    Refresh, explore the demo floor, and meet exhibitors.

Block 3

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Laying the Groundwork: Foundational Strategies for a Digitally-Driven Health System

Individual 30-minute talks anchor each track followed by short lightning sessions.

Section AXR/VR Speaker Talks
  • The Comeback of Immersive Health: Why XR Is More Relevant Than Ever

  • Lightning Talks

    • Integrating VR into the EHR: Immersive Meditation for Inpatient Pain
    • Title TBA
Section CDAI Speaker Talks
  • Hype vs Hope: Where Does AI Truly Add Value in Clinical Practice?

  • Lightning Talks

    • Integrating AI into the EHR: Embedding Conversational Agents into Clinical Services
    • Title TBA
Section BBiosensors and Wearables
  • Beyond the Gimmick: Integrating Biosensors into Health Systems for Real Clinical Impact

  • Lightning Talks

    • Integrating Wearables into the EHR: Lessons Learned from a Decade of Connecting Biosensors into Epic - Allistair Clark
    • Title TBA
Block 4

12:00 - 1:20 PM

Lunch and Exhibitor Demos

Sierra Courtyard
  • Lunch and Exhibitor Demos

    Enjoy lunch in the Sierra Courtyard and continue hands-on demos.

Block 5

1:20 - 2:20 PM

From Sick Care to Health Care: How Digital Innovations Can Transform Health Systems into Longevity Systems

Section ASpeaker Talks
  • Title TBA

Section CDPanels
  • Integrating AI into Clinical Trials and Care Pathways

  • Title TBA

Section BWorkshops
  • Design Sprint: Building the Next-Gen Wearable Experience (Google Health, Oura, or Fitbit)

  • Title TBA

Block 6

2:25 - 3:25 PM

From Compliance to Compassion: Crafting Ethical, Equitable, and Trustworthy Digital Health Systems

Section ASpeaker Talks
  • Generative AI in Clinical Decision Support

Section CDPanels
  • Can I and Should I Trust My Cyborg Doctor?

Section BWorkshops
  • AI and Human Collaboration in Clinical Documentation

Block 7

3:25 - 3:45 PM

Break and Exhibitor Demos

Expo Floor
  • Break and Exhibitor Demos

    Recharge and continue conversations with partners.

Block 8

3:45 - 4:45 PM

Breaking the Red Tape: Success Stories From Pioneers Enacting Real Change Within Health Systems

Section ASpeaker Talks
  • VR in Surgical Training and Simulation

Section CDPanels
  • Building Ethical and Accessible XR and VR Environments in Healthcare and Beyond

Section BWorkshops
  • The Role of Edge Computing in Wearables

  • Wearables Beyond Medicine: Sports, Fitness, and Rehabilitation

Block 9 - Main Stage

4:15 - 5:45 PM

Day 1 Wrap-Up Conversation and Q&A

Main Stage
  • 4:15 - 5:15 PM

    Day 1 Wrap-Up Conversation and Q&A

  • 5:15 - 5:25 PM

    What to Look Forward to on Day 2

    Omer Liran, MD, MSHS

  • 5:25 - 5:45 PM

    Meet the Faculty, Networking, and Exhibitor Demos

Evening

7:00 - 9:00 PM

VIP Dinner and Networking

Sierra Courtyard
  • VIP Dinner and Networking

    Invite-only dinner with faculty, partners, and sponsors.

Day 2

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Innovation, Integration, and Impact

Day two emphasizes integration of emerging technology and showcases impact through abstracts, workshops, and closing reflections.

Arrival

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Registration and Continental Breakfast

Main Foyer
  • Registration and Continental Breakfast

    Reconnect with attendees before the morning program begins.

Block 10

9:00 - 9:10 AM

Welcome Back and Opening Announcements

ModeratorsBrennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS

Main StageAnnouncements
  • 9:00 - 9:10 AM

    Welcome Back and Opening Announcements

    Brennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS

Block 11

9:10 - 9:50 AM

Leading Through the Digital Health Revolution: A CEO's Journey from EHRs to AI

Main StageKeynote
  • 9:10 - 9:50 AM

    Leading Through the Digital Health Revolution: A CEO's Journey from EHRs to AI

    Speaker TBA

Block 11 Breakouts

9:10 - 9:55 AM

Digital Pioneering: Exploring the Next Wave of Technology in Healthcare Delivery

Section CDSpeaker Talks
  • Abstract Winner TBA

    10 minute presentation with 5 minute Q&A

  • Abstract Winner TBA

    10 minute presentation with 5 minute Q&A

  • Abstract Winner TBA

    10 minute presentation with 5 minute Q&A

Section BWorkshops
  • From Idea to Prototype: Designing Solutions in Healthcare

Block 12

10:00 - 11:00 AM

Population Health Applications and Implementations of AI, XR, and Wearables

Speaker Talks
  • MenoZen VR in Motion: Bringing Immersive Outpatient Menopause Care to Life

  • Population Health and Predictive Analytics

  • Using Large Language Models for Cancer Education

Panels
  • MenoZen VR in Outpatient Settings

  • Scaling XR Interventions: Expanding Access and Impact in Rural Communities

Block 13

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Break and Demo Booths

Expo Floor
  • Break and Demo Booths

    Visit partner booths and see live demonstrations.

Block 14

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Digital Building Blocks

Each track kicks off with a framing talk followed by interactive work time.

Panel or Speaker Talk
  • Title TBA

  • Title TBA

Workshop
  • The Search Party: Smart Cohort Building for the Trials of Tomorrow

Block 15

12:30 - 1:30 PM

Lunch

Dining Terrace
  • Lunch

    Seasonal menu with sponsored demo tables.

Block 16

1:30 - 2:30 PM

Where Is the Technology Headed?

Each track begins with a framing talk followed by an interactive segment.

Speaker Talks
  • The Future of XR

  • Title TBA

Panels
  • Title TBA

Workshops
  • Title TBA

Block 17

2:35 - 3:35 PM

Afternoon Innovation Sessions

Speaker Talks
  • Title TBA

Panels
  • Title TBA

Workshops
  • Title TBA

Block 18

3:35 - 4:05 PM

Break and Demo Booths

Expo Floor
  • Break and Demo Booths

    Final chance to connect with exhibitors and partners.

Block 19 - Main Stage

4:05 - 4:45 PM

Closing Session

ModeratorsBrennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS

Main StageClosing Program
  • 4:05 - 4:30 PM

    Keynote Topic TBA

    Speaker TBA

  • 4:30 - 4:45 PM

    Top 10 Takeaways from vMed26

    Brennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS, Omer Liran, MD, MSHS