9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Guest Arrival and Registration
9:30 AM - 9:35 AM
Opening Welcome from The Economic Club of Canada
9:35 AM - 9:45 AM
Opening Remarks
9:45 AM - 9:55 AM
Keynote
Founder and Chair, CAN Health Network
President, THP Solutions and Chief Clinical Innovation Officer
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9:55 AM - 10:35 AM
Smart Medicine: Navigating AI's Impact on Health Care
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the health-care industry and disrupting various facets of care delivery. This panel will explore the profound impact of AI on the health-care labour market, diagnostic processes, and medical research, offering insights into how these changes are reshaping the future of health care. Join our expert panelists as they discuss the latest ways that AI is transforming health care. We’ll discuss the critical steps needed to ensure that AI-driven advancements are implemented responsibly and equitably. Whether you are a health-care professional, researcher, or industry leader, this discussion will offer valuable perspectives on the future of AI in Canada’s health care systems.
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Panelists:
Founder and Chair, CAN Health Network
President, THP Solutions and Chief Clinical Innovation Officer
10:35 AM - 10:50 AM
Networking Coffee Break
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM
Beyond Borders: Patient Advocacy in a Changing Health-Care Landscape
Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the intricacies of the Canadian health-care system. Our panel, consisting of health-care professionals and patient advocates, will offer their perspectives on key aspects of Canadian patient care. They will explore the importance of patient advocacy in empowering individuals to participate in their health-care decisions. We’ll explore the accelerating trend of Canadians pursuing medical treatment abroad, especially in the United States. Learn about the importance of building productive doctor-patient relationships in promoting positive health outcomes and fulfilling careers in health care.
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11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Networking Lunch
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Keynote
This address will highlight the critical link between health and economic prosperity, underscoring that a healthy population is essential to Canada's productivity and growth. Through key initiatives and substantial federal investments, it will outline our efforts to strengthen primary care, enhance access to healthcare, and reduce disparities across communities. The address will also emphasize innovation as a catalyst for modernizing health systems, improving outcomes, and ensuring accountability in healthcare spending. Ultimately, it envisions a future where health investments fuel collective economic resilience, benefiting Canadians for generations to come.
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Fireside Chat
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Speaker:
12:40 PM - 12:45 PM
Closing Remarks Economic Club of Canada