Patient at the Center Symposium 2025

Where innovation meets engagement.

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October 28th

Tuesday

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Houston, TX

Texas Medical Center of Innovation

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Programming
2 pm - 4:30 pm
Networking Reception
4:30 pm - 6 pm

What is the Patient at the Center Symposium?

The Patient at the Center Symposium is designed to bring together digital health innovators, providers, and strategic partners for a focused conversation on how healthcare systems can meaningfully improve patient experience and reduce costs through technology. The symposium will explore real-world applications of AI and patient engagement platforms with meaningful case study examples.

2025 Speakers

Ed Marx Headshot

Ed Marx

Author, Healthcare Leader and Advisor

Roberta Schwartz Headshot

Roberta Schwartz

EVP & Chief Innovation Officer at Houston Methodist

Karen Gutierrez Headshot

Karen Gutierrez

Chief Information Officer at HCA Gulf Coast Division

Chris Kunney Headshot

Chris Kunney

Healthcare Technology Thought Leader and Strategist

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Brittany Jones

VP, Partnerships & Sales at Gozio Health

Josh Sol Headshot

Josh Sol

Managing Director at FTI Consulting

Agenda

An afternoon of thought leadership followed by networking with other leaders in the industry.

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2 PM | Opening Keynote

Ed Marx, Healthcare Technology Leader & Author

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2:30 PM | Panel

The Cross Section of AI and Patient Experience.

Panel session featuring provider leaders sharing case studies on how AI is transforming care access, personalization, and operational efficiency.

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3:30 PM | Panel

What's Working/What's Not Working: Best Practices in Patient-Centered Innovation

A candid, provider-led panel highlighting real-world successes, challenges, and lessons learned.

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4:30 PM | Happy Hour

Networking reception, light bites and drinks

Exclusive Book Signing

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We’re excited to announce that Ed Marx, renowned healthcare leader and author, will be joining us for an exclusive book signing during this event.

Attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet Ed in person, receive a signed copy of his latest book, and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of digital health and patient experience.
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Steve Burriss

President
UNC Health’s Triangle Region

"We want to find innovative ways to enhance the patient experience during what is often a stressful time. This technology helps our patients and their families more easily find their way around our hospitals and clinics."