Neil J. Weissman, MD, Chief Scientific Officer, MedStar Health
Frederick Masoudi, MD, MSPH, MACC, FAHA, Chief Academic Officer, Ascension
Keith Graff, Principal, ECG Management Consultants




The panel Defining and Realizing the Value of Research Within the Health System will explore how integrating research into healthcare delivery can enhance patient care, innovation, and operational efficiencies. Panelists will discuss strategies for aligning clinical research with organizational goals, creating sustainable research programs, and fostering partnerships between researchers, clinicians, and administrators. The session will also cover how health systems can demonstrate the value of research through improved patient outcomes, cost reductions, and new treatments or technologies. Finally, experts will share best practices for securing funding, managing research portfolios, and translating research findings into real-world clinical applications.