Name
08. AI Strategy in Action: Wins, Roadblocks and Real-World Outcomes
Date & Time
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Speakers
Ije Akunyili, MD, Chief Medical Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, Jersey City Medical Center
Krishnaj Gourab, MD, Chief Medical Officer, University of Maryland Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute; Vice President and Medical Director, Post-Acute Care, University of Maryland Medical System
Gian Varbaro, MD, Chief Medical Officer And Vice President, Ambulatory Services, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Kathryn King, MD, MHS, Associate Chief Operating Officer, MUSC Health
Meenesh Bhimani, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Hippocratic AI
Krishnaj Gourab, MD, Chief Medical Officer, University of Maryland Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute; Vice President and Medical Director, Post-Acute Care, University of Maryland Medical System
Gian Varbaro, MD, Chief Medical Officer And Vice President, Ambulatory Services, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Kathryn King, MD, MHS, Associate Chief Operating Officer, MUSC Health
Meenesh Bhimani, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Hippocratic AI
Description
This panel examines how healthcare organizations are putting AI strategy into practice across operations and the revenue cycle. Leaders will share real-world wins, unexpected roadblocks, and measurable outcomes, offering practical insights on governance, adoption, scalability, and how to translate AI investments into meaningful, sustainable results.
Location Name
Salon A-4 (Lower level)
Full Address
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Liz Casolo, Writer, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
ecasolo@beckershealthcare.com
HIT + DH + RCM: Topic Tag
IT, Technology & Innovation, AI, Strategy, Strategic Planning