Since 2010 · Boston

The network for business executives in healthcare

NEHEN is a peer community of executives across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, academia, investors, health IT, and providers; committed to the relationships, conversations, and insight that shape the industry.

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Next Meeting

Annual Summer Social with Lightning Pitches

📅 Monday, August 3, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM 📍 Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston

A series of snapshot presentations by local pre-venture and early-stage Life Science and Medical Device companies. Each company will have one minute to present its value proposition, with ample networking opportunities throughout.

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Recent speakers and panelists from our programs

Recognizable faces from healthcare innovation, delivery, investing, and policy.

Amar Sawhney

Amar Sawhney, PhD

Co-Founder · Incept

Barbara Fiacco

Barbara Fiacco

Partner · Foley Hoag

Becka DeSmidt

Becka DeSmidt, MPH

Program Director · SPLC

Claire Smith

Claire Smith

Partner · SpringTide

David Constantine

David Constantine

CEO · Juniper Biomedical

Lizzie Ngo

Lizzie Ngo, PhD

Principal · Longwood Fund

Nancy Briefs

Nancy Briefs

Executive Chair · AltrixBio

Nimra Taqi

Nimra Taqi

VP, BD & Licensing · Mass General Brigham

Raj Sharma

Raj Sharma

Founder · Sharma Group, Merrill Lynch

Sarju Ganatra

Sarju Ganatra, MD

Cardiologist · Lahey Hospital

Stephanie Oestreich

Stephanie Oestreich, PhD

Managing Director · Myeloma Investment Fund

Amar Sawhney

Amar Sawhney, PhD

Co-Founder · Incept

Barbara Fiacco

Barbara Fiacco

Partner · Foley Hoag

Becka DeSmidt

Becka DeSmidt, MPH

Program Director · SPLC

Claire Smith

Claire Smith

Partner · SpringTide

David Constantine

David Constantine

CEO · Juniper Biomedical

Lizzie Ngo

Lizzie Ngo, PhD

Principal · Longwood Fund

Nancy Briefs

Nancy Briefs

Executive Chair · AltrixBio

Nimra Taqi

Nimra Taqi

VP, BD & Licensing · Mass General Brigham

Raj Sharma

Raj Sharma

Founder · Sharma Group, Merrill Lynch

Sarju Ganatra

Sarju Ganatra, MD

Cardiologist · Lahey Hospital

Stephanie Oestreich

Stephanie Oestreich, PhD

Managing Director · Myeloma Investment Fund

About NEHEN

A network for healthcare executives across market verticals.

NEHEN was founded in 2010 as a referral-based network. Today, we are the leading professional community of executives that encourages collaboration within the New England healthcare ecosystem through networking events with an educational purpose.

Our intent is to drive local professional and economic development within the industry by focusing on individuals, not just the organizations they represent. Programs deliver diverse and interactive forums on current topics.

Biotechnology Pharmaceuticals Medical Devices Health IT Providers Investors
Calendar

Upcoming & recent programs.

03
Aug 2026
16th Annual Summer Social with Lightning Pitches
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
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03
Sep 2026
Family Offices Investing in Healthcare
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Invite Only Save the Date →
05
Oct 2026
AI · Productivity Improvements and Implementation
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Upcoming Save the Date →
02
Nov 2026
Directors and Officers
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Upcoming Save the Date →
07
Dec 2026
Year in Review: IPO, M&A, PE & Venture
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Upcoming Save the Date →
25
Jan 2027
Capital Markets Outlook
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Upcoming Save the Date →
01
Mar 2027
Healthcare Reimbursement Landscape · CMS and Other Hot Topics
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
Upcoming Save the Date →
05
Apr 2027
Raising Capital
Foley Hoag LLP · 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston
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Membership

A network to grow with.

NEHEN has always been referral-based; a community of executives committed to building relationships, sharing knowledge, and shaping what comes next in healthcare.

Meet other executives

Peers across devices, biotech, pharma, health IT, and providers; intentionally individual-focused, not corporate.

Stay current

Monthly programs hosted by the most experienced knowledge leaders in the healthcare ecosystem.

By Referral

Join the Network

Membership is by referral. Tell us a bit about yourself and the work you're doing; we'll be in touch.

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NEHEN is powered by individuals and organizations who value connection. Our monthly meetings are made possible by your attendance and the partnership of our sponsors.