
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
BLOOMING DAY
BLOOMING DAY
BLOOMING
DAY
nyc 2026
nyc 2026
Access to Care
May 12, 2026 | Lavan Midtown, NYC & Virtual Livestream
Join the CA Surgeon General, the former NYC Health Commissioner, the former
Acting Administrator of CMS under President Obama, and 400+ leading
voices across health systems, community organizations, and government.
Access to Care
May 12, 2026 | Lavan Midtown, NYC & Virtual Livestream
Join the CA Surgeon General, the former NYC Health Commissioner, the former
Acting Administrator of CMS under President Obama, and 400+ leading
voices across health systems, community organizations, and government.
Access to Care: The Future of Healthcare &
Public (Population) Health.
May 12, 2026 | Lavan Midtown, NYC & Virtual Livestream
Join the CA Surgeon General, the former NYC
Health Commissioner, the former Acting Administrator
of CMS under President Obama, and 400+ leading
voices across health systems, community organizations,
and government.
The event is free, but in-person seats at Lavan Midtown are limited
The event is free, but in-person seats at Lavan Midtown are limited
The event is free, but in-person seats at Lavan Midtown are limited
In-person capacity at Lavan Midtown is strictly limited.


Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton

Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton

Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton

Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton

TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026
8:00 AM - Doors Open, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception
Blooming Day Partners
BLOOMING DAY NYC Join us in New York, or online, May 12th, for a day of powerful discussions, expert insights, and collaborative solutions. National healthcare and community leaders come together to explore how health systems, community organizations, and the government can work together to expand access to social and healthcare.

Why You Need to Be in the Room?
What i s Blooming Day?
Don't just stream the conversation—be part of it. Blooming Day isn't just another conference; it's a working summit for leaders actively closing population health gaps in NY and across the country.
👥 Unmatched Networking: Build partnerships with senior leaders from NYC Health + Hospitals, Montefiore, Kaiser Permanente, and the Mayor's Office. (In-Person Exclusive)
💡 High-Stakes Strategy: Get actionable playbooks on surviving the Medicaid redetermination cycle and funding SDOH initiatives like housing and nutrition.
🤖 The AI Revolution in Care: Discover exactly how AI is automating outreach and reducing manual tasks for frontline care teams.
Don't just stream the conversation—be part of it. Blooming Day isn't just another conference; it's a working summit for leaders actively closing population health gaps in NY and across the country.
👥 Unmatched Networking: Build partnerships with senior leaders from NYC Health + Hospitals, Montefiore, Kaiser Permanente, and the Mayor's Office. (In-Person Exclusive)
💡 High-Stakes Strategy: Get actionable playbooks on surviving the Medicaid redetermination cycle and funding SDOH initiatives like housing and nutrition.
🤖 The AI Revolution in Care: Discover exactly how AI is automating outreach and reducing manual tasks for frontline care teams.

Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton

Dr. Ashwin Vasan

Amie Parikh

Andy Slavitt

Dr. Chelsea Clinton
The Voices Leading the Change
Hear directly from the architects of our public health future

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Domonic Hopson
President and CEO
Neighborhood Family Practice

Elizabeth Hall, LCSW
VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation
AmeriHealth Caritas

Andy Slavitt
Co-Founder and General Partner
Town Hall Ventures

Andy Slavitt
Co-Founder and General Partner
Town Hall Ventures

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Chirlane McCray, ScN (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition Former First Lady of New York City

Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA
California Surgeon General

Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH
Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement
Montefiore Health System

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Andy Mendenhall, M.D., D.A.B.P.M., D.A.B.F.M., F.A.S.A.M
President and CEO
Central City Concern

Dr. Chelsea Clinton
Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair
The Clinton Foundation

Zachariah Hennessey
Chief Strategy Officer & Executive Vice President
WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
MVP Health Care

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance
Featured Speakers

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Domonic Hopson
President and CEO
Neighborhood Family Practice

Elizabeth Hall, LCSW
VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation
AmeriHealth Caritas

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Andy Slavitt
Co-Founder and General Partner
Town Hall Ventures

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA
California Surgeon General

Dr. Chelsea Clinton
Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair
The Clinton Foundation

Zachariah Hennessey
Chief Strategy Officer & Executive Vice President
WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions

Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH
Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement
Montefiore Health System

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Andy Mendenhall, M.D., D.A.B.P.M., D.A.B.F.M., F.A.S.A.M
President and CEO
Central City Concern

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student.
MVP Health Care

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student.
MVP Health Care

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance

TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026
8:00 AM - Doors Open, Registration, Breakfast & Networking

TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026
8:00 AM - Doors Open, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
At Lavan Midtown 641 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036

TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026
8:00 AM - Doors Open, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception

TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026
8:00 AM - Doors Open, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception
Schedule
AGENDA
VENUE
9AM EST
Scalable Empathy: Building Workflows that Never Miss a Patient in Need & How Big Tech solves Individual Health Challenges
Andy Slavitt and Dr. Chethan Sathya explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, discussing its implications, opportunities, and challenges for the industry.
SPEAKERS
Andy Slavitt, Co-Founder and General Partner, Town Hall Ventures
Chethan Sathya, MD, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health
9:30 AM EST
Cultivating Connection: A Mayor’s Vision for High-Tech, High-Touch Care
Two mayors, Shawyn Patterson-Howard of Mount Vernon and former Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, share their frontline perspectives on navigating public health challenges at the municipal level.
SPEAKERS
Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York.
Mayor Michael Hancock, Former Mayor of Denver, CEO of Hancock Global LLC
10:00 AM EST
Morning Keynote: The Heart of Innovation: Why the Future of Public Health is AI-Powered and Human-Led
California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos delivers the morning keynote, drawing on her experience as a clinician, public health innovator, and equity champion to inspire prevention-focused approaches to the most pressing health challenges facing communities today.
SPEAKERS
Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, California Surgeon General
10:30 AM EST
The Innovation Showcase
A firsthand look at how AI-driven innovation is being applied to bridge healthcare and social care, with insights on real-world implementation and impact.
SPEAKERS
Nima Roohi, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder, Blooming Health
11:00 AM EST
Safety Net Ecosystem Partnerships to Support Medicaid Populations
Leaders from health systems, managed care organizations, community health solutions, and behavioral care providers discuss how safety net partnerships can better serve and strengthen access for Medicaid populations.
SPEAKERS
Celina Sullivan, Senior Director, Program Management Kaiser Permanente
Deborah Brown, SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Elizabeth Hall, LCSW, VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation, AmeriHealth Caritas
Zachariah Hennessey, Chief Strategy Officer & Executive VP, WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions
Pamela Mattel, CEO, Coordinated Behavioral Care
11:45 PM EST
Attendee Lunch
1:00 PM EST
Leading Changes in Public Health
Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Dr. Ashwin Vasan discuss the practical strategies and cross-sector partnerships required to modernize public health and close the equity gap.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair at The Clinton Foundation
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, MD, PhD, Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner
1:30 PM EST
Better Health, Together: Aligning Healthcare and Social Care for Whole Person Health
This session brings together community coalitions, safety net providers, and health plans to tackle the systems-level changes needed to support and sustain whole-person health.
SPEAKERS
Amie Parikh, CEO, Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Andy Mendenhall, MD, DABPM, DABFM, FASAM, President and CEO, Central City Concern
Carol Huffman, MBA, Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation, MVP Health Care
Erica Coletti, CEO, Healthy Alliance
Heidi Arthur, Principal, Health Management Associates
2:30 PM EST
Building a Healthcare System People Can Actually Reach
Explore how healthcare and social care leaders are breaking down silos to increase access to care. Featuring voices from community coalitions, health centers, and health plans, this session highlights practical system-level changes that bring care within reach.
SPEAKERS
Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH, Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement, Montefiore Health System
Matilde L. Román, Esq., Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Domonic Hopson, President and CEO, Neighborhood Family Practice
Elisabeth Panighetti, MA, MVP Health Care Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
Eric Rochman, MPH, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, God's Love We Deliver
3:30 PM EST
Networking & Partner Spotlight
4:00 PM EST
Closing KeynotE
Former First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray delivers the evening keynote, drawing on her landmark work in health advocacy and community-centered public health leadership.
SPEAKERS
Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.), Former First Lady of New York City, Founder, ThriveNYC, Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
4:30 PM EST
Welcome Reception
Featured Speakers

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Domonic Hopson
President and CEO
Neighborhood Family Practice

Elizabeth Hall, LCSW
VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation
AmeriHealth Caritas

Andy Slavitt
Co-Founder and General Partner
Town Hall Ventures

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA
California Surgeon General

Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH
Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement
Montefiore Health System

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Matilde Román, Esq., SVP, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, Westchester Medical Center

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Andy Mendenhall, M.D., D.A.B.P.M., D.A.B.F.M., F.A.S.A.M
President and CEO
Central City Concern

Dr. Chelsea Clinton
Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair
The Clinton Foundation

Zachariah Hennessey
Chief Strategy Officer & Executive Vice President
WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student.
MVP Health Care

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student.
MVP Health Care

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York
Featured Speakers

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Dr. Ashwin Vasan
Physician, Health Leader and Former New York City Health Commissioner

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Pamela Mattel
CEO
Coordinated Behavioral Care

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Matilde L. Román, Esq.
Senior Vice President, Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer
Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth)

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Amie Parikh
CEO
Hudson Valley Care Coalition

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Celina Sullivan
Senior Director, Program Managment
Kaiser Permanente

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Deborah Brown
SVP & Chief External Affairs Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

Domonic Hopson
President and CEO
Neighborhood Family Practice

Elizabeth Hall, LCSW
VP, Health Equity, Quality and Accreditation
AmeriHealth Caritas

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Mayor Michael Hancock
Former Mayor of Denver

Andy Slavitt
Co-Founder and General Partner
Town Hall Ventures

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Chirlane McCray, ScD (Hon.)
Founder, ThriveNYC Founder, Cities Thrive Coalition
Former First Lady of New York City

Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA
California Surgeon General

Dr. Chelsea Clinton
Co-Founder at Metrodora Ventures, Vice Chair
The Clinton Foundation

Zachariah Hennessey
Chief Strategy Officer & Executive Vice President
WholeYouNYC Public Health Solutions

Kevin P. Fiori, MD, MPH
Vice Chair, Community Health & Engagement
Montefiore Health System

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard
Mayor of Mount Vernon, New York

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Eric Rochman, MPH
Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
God's Love We Deliver

Andy Mendenhall, M.D., D.A.B.P.M., D.A.B.F.M., F.A.S.A.M
President and CEO
Central City Concern

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Carol Huffman, MBA
Vice President Clinical Innovation & Implementation
MVP Health Care

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Chethan Sathya, MD
Vice President Strategic Initiatives
Northwell Health

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
MVP Health Care

Elisabeth Panighetti, MA
Health Equity Professional and Tiffin University PhD Student
MVP Health Care

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Heidi Arthur, LMSW
Principal
Health Management Associates

Chethan Sathya, MD
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Vice President Strategic Initiatives, Northwell Health

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance

Erica Coletti
CEO
Healthy Alliance
Quotes & Reactions from Speakers and Attendees
"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

"Thank you for raising the bar for events in this space. From the speakers to the food, the extra space upstairs to work/listen/network and the well spaced schedule - it was a full, impactful day that did not feel rushed or "curated". Despite being so well planned, it had a very organic and welcoming feeling and flow. Well done to the entire Blooming Health team!"

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding."

"All of the panelists and speakers were thoughtful and inspiring."

"Blooming Day set a new standard. It was one of the rare events that felt both energizing and grounding. Huge kudos to the Blooming Health team for creating such an authentic and meaningful experience"

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