




Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from experimentation to implementation across healthcare and the life sciences. The question for leaders is no longer simply what can AI do, but where can it deliver measurable value, improve productivity, and be successfully integrated into the organization.
Join NEHEN for a practical discussion on how healthcare organizations are using AI today. Our keynote and panel will explore real-world AI applications, lessons learned from implementation, and the organizational, technical, and human challenges that can make an AI initiative succeed or stall.
Just as importantly, our speakers will address the realities of implementation, including data quality and access, system integration, security and privacy, governance, regulatory considerations, workforce adoption, and the challenge of moving promising pilots into scalable solutions.
Following the panel discussion, join us for a moderated Q&A, where attendees can engage directly with the speakers and explore key challenges and opportunities in greater depth.
A keynote from Babson College, plus three practitioners working on AI implementation inside a health system, a consulting practice, and a regulated medical device engineering environment.

Dr. Errol Norwitz is a physician-scientist, healthcare executive, academic, and entrepreneur. He previously served as President and CEO of Newton-Wellesley Hospital and held senior leadership positions at Yale and Tufts. At Babson, he leads initiatives at the intersection of healthcare innovation, business, and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Esther Kim leads Digital AI and Emerging Technologies at Mass General Brigham, focusing on the evaluation and implementation of AI and emerging technologies to improve clinical workflows, reduce administrative burden, and advance healthcare delivery.

Meg Simoneau is a Director at CrossCountry Consulting with experience spanning finance, accounting, technology, and business transformation. She brings a practical perspective on using AI and technology to improve productivity, streamline processes, and support organizational decision-making.

Ben Wilson is Director of Engineering at MedAcuity, where he leads engineering efforts supporting complex healthcare and medical technology applications. He brings a practical perspective on AI implementation, software development, and the engineering and quality requirements of regulated healthcare environments.

Michael Levinger is a lecturer at Boston University, the CEO of The Maplewood Group, and a healthcare technology and business advisor. He focuses on helping organizations evaluate technology investments, improve operations, and achieve measurable value from AI and other emerging technologies.
October 5, 2026, 8:00 to 10:00 AM at Foley Hoag LLP, Seaport West, 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston. Registration is handled through our secure checkout.









Registration is open. Keynote, panel discussion, and moderated Q&A.