Innovation in Action: Affordability, Access & Healthier Futures
Join regional leaders, healthcare professionals, policymakers, innovators, and community stakeholders at the WESTMARC 2026 Healthcare Summit. A forward‑looking conversation focused on affordability, access, innovation, and long‑term wellness for our growing region.
June 12th, 2026 | 8am-12pm | Midwestern University
19555 N 59th Ave Glendale, AZ
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Meaghan Kramer, JD, Office of Governor Hobbs
The Future of Healthcare in Arizona and the Nation: Affordability, Medicaid Reform & the New AI Era
Explore national trends, Arizona-specific policy impacts, and the evolving role of AI—equipping attendees with practical insights to navigate change and align strategy with the West Valley’s growth and demographics.
PANEL
Dr. Alan Bryce, City of Hope | Larry Damico, Abrazo West | Jessica Rigler, AZ Blue
Preventative Care, Lifestyle Health, and Building Healthier Communities
Healthcare costs, workforce strain, and chronic disease rates continue to rise—but many of the most expensive and preventable conditions are preventable. For fast-growing regions like the West Valley, improving long-term health outcomes depends less on adding capacity and more on reducing avoidable demand through prevention, lifestyle health, and early intervention.
TED-STYLE TALK 1
The West Valley Healthcare Boom: Building Capacity for a Younger, Faster‑Growing Region
TED-STYLE TALK 2
AI in Healthcare: Best Practices, Workforce Impacts & Ethical Implementation
TED-STYLE TALK 3
Financing Care for the Uninsured: New Realities for Arizona & the West Valley
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received at least 15 days prior to the event date to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this time or for no-shows.