Emids’ 8th Annual Healthcare Summit Convenes Nation’s Leading Voices on Technology and the Future of Healthcare


NASHVILLE, Tenn. (November 10, 2021) – Under the theme “Healthcare Mashup: Tales, Predictions and Novel Partnerships,” the 8th Annual Emids Healthcare Summit kicks off virtually today with captivating conversations among those with front-row seats to the stunning mashup of organizations, technologies, care delivery and payment models that have captured the world’s attention in the wake of the pandemic-spawned shifts in where people live, work, shop, learn and access care.

This year’s agenda features fireside chats, podcast interviews and panels on some of healthcare’s most pressing topics, including:

  • The Intersection of Physical & Mental Health
  • Hybrid Isn’t Just a Solution for Cars
  • Developing Omnichannel Experiences in Pharma
  • Launch Pad: We’re Really Just Getting Started with Consumer Experience Design
  • SDOH: Widening the Lens, Bridging the Digital Divide and Making the Business Case
  • The Expanding Ecosystem of Direct-to-Consumer Healthcare
  • Leadership & Health Misinformation

“Year after year it’s a privilege to witness the learnings, growth and innovation that come forth from our Summit conversations. As healthcare continues to transform, together we will identify ways to leverage technology to continue driving better health, wealth and well-being for people everywhere.”

Michael Hollis

Emids President, Strategic Business

This year’s speakers include:

  • Kate Ryder, Founder & CEO, Maven
  • Gavin Nichols, CEO, CALYX
  • John Driscoll, CEO, CareCentrix
  • Dan Brillman, CEO, Unite Us
  • Tom Waller, Chief Science Officer, lululemon
  • Caroline Carney, Chief Medical Officer, Magellan Health
  • Adam Kaufman, SVP Healthcare & Diabetes, WW
  • Richard Ashworth, President and CEO, Tivity Health
  • Bruce Broussard, President & CEO, Humana
  • Senator Bill Frist, MD, Partner, Frist Cressey Ventures
  • Jeff Gartland, CEO, Relatient
  • Pat Geraghty, President & CEO, GuideWell and Florida Blue
  • Rita Glaze, Practice Leader, Commercial & Market Access, Real Chemistry
  • Matt Hawkins, CEO & Board Member, Waystar
  • Sami Inkinen, CEO & Co-founder, Virta Health
  • Dr. Jonathan Perlin, Chief Medical Officer, HCA
  • Veeneta Lakhani, EVP Growth and Operations, Vida Health
  • Dave Long, CEO & Co-Founder, Orangetheory
  • Gyre Renwick, COO, Modern Health
  • Rajeev Ronanki, SVP & CDO, Anthem
  • Drew Schiller, CEO, Validic
  • Brad Smith, Founder & CEO, Russell Street Ventures
  • Russ Thomas, CEO, Availity
  • Glen Tullman, CEO, Transcarent

Presenting sponsors for the 8th Annual Emids Healthcare Summit are A Second Opinion Podcast, Real Chemistry, Vida Health and Waystar.

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About Emids

Emids is a leading provider of digital transformation solutions to the healthcare industry, serving payers, providers, life sciences and technology firms. Headquartered in Nashville, Emids helps bridge critical gaps in providing accessible, affordable and high-quality healthcare by providing digital transformation services, custom application development, data engineering, business intelligence solutions and specialized consulting services to all parts of the healthcare ecosystem. With over 2,700 professionals globally, Emids leverages strong domain expertise in healthcare-specific platforms, regulations, and standards to provide tailored, cutting-edge solutions and services to its clients.

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