Name
07. Think Globally and Act Locally: Strategic Imperatives for Today’s AMCs
Date & Time
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
Speakers
Heitham Hassoun, MD, Chief Executive, Cedars-Sinai International
Stephanie Prechowski, MBA, MSN, RN, Associate Chief Operating Officer, Emergency, Psychiatry, and Surgical Services, Michigan Medicine
Cody Ziemer, MBA, Chief Financial Officer, Academic Market Phoenix, Banner Health
Ivan Samstein, Enterprise Chief Financial Officer, UChicago Medicine
Stephen Savas, MBA, Executive Vice President and Chief, System Development and Strategic Initiatives, Mount Sinai Health System
Stephanie Prechowski, MBA, MSN, RN, Associate Chief Operating Officer, Emergency, Psychiatry, and Surgical Services, Michigan Medicine
Cody Ziemer, MBA, Chief Financial Officer, Academic Market Phoenix, Banner Health
Ivan Samstein, Enterprise Chief Financial Officer, UChicago Medicine
Stephen Savas, MBA, Executive Vice President and Chief, System Development and Strategic Initiatives, Mount Sinai Health System
Description
Academic medical centers operate in a global landscape while serving local communities. This panel explores strategic imperatives for AMCs to balance global research, innovation, and reputation with local access, partnerships, and population needs. Leaders discuss aligning strategy, resources, and mission to compete globally while delivering meaningful impact at the community level.
Session Type
Panel