WESTMARC is proud to host the 2025 Healthcare Summit at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This
influential event will bring together healthcare leaders, innovators, and policy advocates for a critical conversation on the future of healthcare.
Under the theme “The Future of Healthcare Starts Here,” the summit will explore the evolving landscape of healthcare delivery, innovation, and policy. Attendees will delve into pressing challenges and forward-looking solutions that are shaping the industry—from
Medicaid funding and legislative changes to AI integration and workforce development.
Keynote Presentation:
Brittney Kaufmann, CEO of the Health System Alliance of Arizona, will headline the event with a powerful keynote focused on:
- Federal and state cuts to Medicaid and their implications for healthcare access
- Legislative trends and federal healthcare policy updates
- The impact of global tariffs on healthcare supply chains and costs
Dynamic Panel Discussions Include:
- R&D Attraction & Healthcare Development – This panel will examine strategies to attract research, development, and investment into Arizona’s healthcare sector.
- Moderator: Joan Koerber-Walker, President and CEO, Arizona Bioindustry Association, Inc. Panelists: Aric Bopp, CEcD, Executive Director, Mayo Discovery Oasis
- AZBio, Ryan Ruiz, Executive Vice President, Business Development – ACA, Dr. Carla Gartrell, Dean of Veterinary Program-Midwestern University
- Workforce Development – Industry experts will explore innovative pathways to cultivate and support a strong healthcare workforce.
Moderator: Erin McGehean, Project Manager, College & Career Pathways, Center for the Future of Arizona. Panelists: Dr. Travis Allen, Founder, The Pilot Clinic, Trevor Stokes, CEO-The Partnership for Workforce Solution, Patricia Taylor, Director, Health Careers-Banner Health.
Featured TED Talks:
- Travis Allen, Aviation Medical Examiner, The Pilot Clinic – Topic: “Subscription Healthcare: A New, Alternative Model”
- Hassan Ghasemzadeh, Program Director and Associate Professor, College of Health Solutions, Arizona State University – Topic: “Harnessing the Power of AI in Healthcare”
“This summit represents a unique opportunity to bring together diverse voices to shape the future of healthcare in Arizona and beyond,” said Sintra Hoffman, WESTMARC President & CEO. “We’re tackling the tough issues and showcasing the innovations that will define what comes next.”
The WESTMARC Healthcare Summit will take place at Midwestern University located at 19555 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308.
The Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) is a public-private partnership of the 15 communities, the business community, and the education sector in the West Valley.
WESTMARC focuses on promoting responsible growth, quality of life, and economic development throughout the region.
