Name
01. The Case for Behavioral Health as a Growth Engine
Date & Time
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 11:10 AM - 11:50 AM
Speakers
Sunil Patel, MD, MBA, Regional Chief Medical Officer, Prime Illinois
Gian Varbaro, MD, Principal, EAZ Healthcare Solutions, LLC
Charity Minerva, Vice President, Strategy, Thriveworks
Gian Varbaro, MD, Principal, EAZ Healthcare Solutions, LLC
Charity Minerva, Vice President, Strategy, Thriveworks
Description
The Case for Behavioral Health as a Growth Engine explores how mental health services can drive strategic, financial, and operational growth for health systems. This panel highlights integrated care models, service expansion, value-based reimbursement, and innovation—showing how investing in behavioral health can enhance patient outcomes, strengthen the organization, and create sustainable competitive advantage.
Location Name
Crystal B (West Tower - Lobby Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Ella Ruder, Writer, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
eruder@beckershealthcare.com