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.
Conference Schedule
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.
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