14:00 – 15:00
Advancing healthcare through innovation and sustainability
(Hony) Brig Dr Arvind Lal, Padma Shri
Dr. Tavpritesh Sethi
Dr. Shirshendu Mukherjee
Sachin Gaur
Maj. (Gen) Jagtar Singh
Dr. Oommen John
SESSION 2
15:30 – 16:45
NAVIGATING THE AI FRONTIER
Large Language Models in Healthcare Delivery
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This session explores the transformative potential of Large Language Models (LLMs) in healthcare while addressing the critical challenges they present. As AI technologies advance, LLMs offer unprecedented opportunities to enhance healthcare access and quality. However, their probabilistic nature and potential for hallucinations raise significant concerns in a field where accuracy is paramount.
The panel will delve into specific use cases where LLMs have demonstrated reliability and value, such as generating explanations for chest X-ray reports and improving patient communication. Experts will discuss the delicate balance between leveraging LLMs’ capabilities and ensuring patient safety. The session will also explore innovative applications like robocalls for healthcare outreach and chatbots for patient engagement in wellness programs.
Dr. Tavpritesh Sethi
Ganesh Gopalan
Dr. Vijay Agarwal
Dr. Amit Raj
Sachin Gaur
Dr. Suvrankar Datta
Kshitij Jadhav
SESSION 3
16:45 – 18:00
SHIFT IN HEALTHCARE AI
From CNNs to Foundation Models, Vision-Language Models, and LLMs
Dr. Vasanth Venugopal
Dr. Devasenathipathy Kandasamy
Dr. Tarun Kaushik
Dr. Mrittunjoy Guha Majumdar
SESSION 4
09:30 – 10:45
CLIMATE CHANGE
Dealing with the coming unknowns for Indian Health System
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This session addresses the critical intersection of climate change and public health in India. As global temperatures rise and extreme weather events become more frequent, India’s healthcare system faces unprecedented challenges. The session will explore multifaceted approaches to building a climate-resilient health infrastructure.
Experts will discuss how climate change is already impacting public health in India, from increased heat-related illnesses to the spread of vector-borne diseases. They will present cutting-edge research on predicting and mitigating these impacts, including technological innovations in early warning systems and sustainable healthcare facilities.
Dr. Vishal Garg
Sara Iqbal Hyder
Ankur Mutreja
Dr. W. Selwamurthy
SESSION 5
11:00 – 12:00
BRIDGING THE GAP
Innovative Approaches to Healthcare Access and Prevention
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This session focuses on innovative technological solutions that are revolutionising healthcare access and prevention. With a particular emphasis on digital health approaches, the discussion will showcase how kiosks, online services, wearables, and other technologies are transforming the healthcare landscape, especially in underserved areas.
Experts will present case studies of successful implementations, such as healthcare ATMs and remote diagnostic kiosks, demonstrating their impact on community health. The session will also explore the potential of wearable devices in continuous health monitoring and early disease detection.
Dr. Ravi Gaur
Noor Fatima
Deepali Jetley
Dr. Ravichandran
Dr. Varinder Garg
Vineet Aggarwal
SESSION 6
12:00 – 13:15
REBUILDING TRUST, RESTORING HEALTH
Co-Creating a Sustainable, Patient-Centric Healthcare Ecosystem
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This session explores the critical interplay between patient trust, healthcare transparency, and environmental sustainability. In an era where healthcare systems face scrutiny over both patient care and environmental impact, rebuilding trust through patient-centric and sustainable practices is paramount.
Experts will discuss innovative approaches to address the trust deficit in healthcare while simultaneously promoting environmentally responsible healthcare delivery. The session will examine how digital health technologies can enhance transparency, improve patient engagement, and contribute to more sustainable healthcare practices.