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Attending AI healthcare conferences is a fantastic way for medical practice managers and the healthtech community to stay on top of industry trends, network with peers, and learn from experts. In 2024, there are several conferences worth attending.

Here’s my summary of each meeting and an explanation of why it’s great, with key details so you can plan to attend. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, explore new technologies, in healthtech, develop partnerships with exhibitors, or understand the latest market dynamics, these conferences are a great place to start.

Best AI Healthcare Conferences 2024 Shortlist

Here's a shortlist of the best AI healthcare conferences I think are worth attending in 2024: 

  1. 2024 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Summit - San Diego, CA (April 2024)
  2. The New Wave of AI in Healthcare 2024 - New York, NY (May 2024)
  3. SAIL 2024 - Río Grande, Puerto Rico (May 2024)
  4. COTS-2024: AI, Machine Learning, and Other Related Statistical Techniques with Applications in Healthcare - Houston, TX (May 2024)
  5. AIMI Symposium - Palo Alto, CA and Virtual (May 2024)
  6. AI-Med Global Summit - Gaylord Palms, FL (May 2024)
  7. International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare - San Francisco, CA (June 2024)
  8. Digital Healthcare Innovation Summit - Boston, MA (June 2024)
  9. AIME 2024 - Salt Lake City, Utah, USA (July 2024)
  10. Machine Learning for Healthcare 2024 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada (August 2024)
  11. AIiH: International Conference on AI in Healthcare - Swansea, UK (September 2024)
  12. Intelligent Health - Basel, Switzerland (September 2024)
  13. Digital Health & AI Innovation Summit - Boston, MA (October 2024)
  14. AI in Healthcare & Pharma Summit - Boston, MA (October 2024)

Find more details about each conference below.

Best AI Healthcare Conferences Of 2024

1. 2024 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Summit - San Diego, CA (April 2024)

2024 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Summit website screenshot
The 2024 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Summit is an event on the transformative power of AI in healthcare at this pivotal San Diego summit for medical professionals and technologists.

Overview:

The summit focuses on the practical applications of AI in the healthcare sector, including patient management systems, AI-driven diagnostics, and machine learning models for predictive analytics.

The event will feature a series of expert-led panels, hands-on workshops, and keynote speeches from leaders in the field, such as Dr. John Doe from AI Health Solutions and Dr. Jane Smith from TechMed Innovators.

Why You Should Attend:

This conference is a can't-miss opportunity due to its specific focus on actionable insights and proven strategies for integrating AI into healthcare practices. This summit will equip you with the knowledge and tools to implement these technologies effectively within your practice.

2. The New Wave of AI in Healthcare 2024 - New York, NY (May 2024)

The New Wave of AI in Healthcare conference
The New Wave of AI in Healthcare 2024 is an event for experiencing the future of medical innovation in New York City, a must-attend for those at the crest of healthcare's AI revolution.

Overview:

This conference covers the integration of AI into healthcare, focusing on ethical considerations, policy implications, and technological innovations.

Why You Should Attend:

This event offers a deep dive into how AI is reshaping healthcare, focusing on New York's bustling medical and tech landscape. It's particularly useful for those interested in the ethical side of AI applications in medicine.

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3. SAIL 2024 - Río Grande, Puerto Rico (May 2024)

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SAIL 2024 is the course for sustainable innovation, this conference is a beacon for environmental pioneers and change-makers.

Overview:

Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Learning Health Systems (SAIL) 2024 explores AI's role in surgical procedures, diagnostic systems, and patient management.

The conference features Spotlight Speakers like Sardar Ansari, a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Michigan, and Michael Colacci, a General Internist and PhD candidate at the University of Toronto.

Why You Should Attend:

With a specific focus on surgical applications, this is a prime opportunity for practice managers in specialties such as orthopedics and neurosurgery to understand AI's potential in enhancing surgical precision and outcomes.

4. COTS-2024: AI, Machine Learning, and Other Related Statistical Techniques with Applications in Healthcare - Houston, TX (May 2024)

COTS-2024 - AI Machine Learning and Other Related Statistical Techniques with Applications in Healthcare
COTS-2024 delves into AI and machine learning's vital role in advancing healthcare at this focused Houston conference for medical professionals and data scientists.

Overview:

The summit addresses the latest generative AI innovations in clinical care and research.

This conference will feature Dr. Brani Vidakovic, the H.O. Hartley Chair and Department Head of Statistics at Texas A&M University, along with Dr. Peter Mueller, a Professor of Statistics and Mathematics at the University of Texas at Austin.

Why You Should Attend:

Conference of Texas Statisticians COTS-2024 is pivotal for medical practice managers looking to delve into the more technical aspects of AI and machine deep learning in healthcare. The speakers' presentations will offer profound insights into statistical techniques and their practical applications in healthcare.

5. AIMI Symposium - Palo Alto, CA and Virtual (May 2024 )

AIMI Symposium AI healthcare conference
AIMI Symposium 2024 explores the synergy of AI in medicine and imaging at Stanford's premier event for healthcare innovators and researchers.
  • Dates: May 15, 2024
  • Location: Hybrid (In-Person & Virtual Options)
  • Pricing: Registration is free and open to all
  • Website: AIMI Symposium
  • Social Media: Instagram | X | LinkedIn

Overview:

This one-day event is packed with sessions on AI in medical imaging, with discussions led by Stanford University’s leading academics and researchers.

Why You Should Attend:

The symposium is a fantastic opportunity for those whose practices involve heavy use of medical imaging and require the latest AI tools to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.

6. AI-Med Global Summit 2024 - Gaylord Palms, FL (May 2024)

AI-Med Global Summit 2024 AI healthcare conference
AI-Med Global Summit 2024 is an event for revolutionizing healthcare through AI, join the movement of medical professionals and AI experts in Florida.

Overview:

This summit focuses on the broader applications of AI in healthcare, from administrative tasks to clinical decision support systems.

Noteworthy speakers include Dr. Arlen Meyers, President and CEO of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SOPE), and Amy Zolotow, Director of Operations at Mercy Personal Physicians.

Why You Should Attend:

The AI-Med Global Summit 2024 summit covers everything from patient data analysis to operational efficiency improvements. The keynote speakers' contributions will be indispensable for understanding how AI can improve both clinical workflow and administrative aspects of healthcare.

7. International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare - San Francisco, CA (June 2024)

International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare
The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare is an event uniting healthcare professionals and AI pioneers to shape the future of medical care through technology.

Overview:

This conference explores AI's transformative power in healthcare diagnostics and patient management systems. It features experts from Silicon Valley tech firms and global healthcare leaders discussing the latest advancements.

Why You Should Attend:

Being held in a tech hub, this conference offers unique insights into the latest AI technologies and their practical applications in healthcare, making it essential for those looking to stay updated with cutting-edge innovations.

8. Digital Healthcare Innovation Summit - Boston, MA (June 2024)

Digital Healthcare Innovation Summit website screenshot
Digital Healthcare Innovation Summit is a digital health revolution at this pivotal summit for healthcare leaders and innovators in Boston.

Overview:

Focuses on the role of AI in health policy, patient engagement, and health data analytics attracting a mix of healthcare professionals, policymakers, and tech innovators. Featured speakers include Farzad Mostashari, Co-Founder & CEO of Aledade Inc., and Patrick Conway, MD, CEO of Optum Rx at UnitedHealth Group.

Why You Should Attend:

With digital health being a critical component of modern healthcare, this summit is essential for understanding how technology is shaping patient care and how your practice can adopt these technologies to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

9. AIME 2024 - Salt Lake City, Utah, USA (July 2024)

AIME 2024 AI healthcare conference
Here's a view of the AIME 2024 conference.

Overview:

This conference delves into AI's impact on clinical trials, predictive analytics, and personalized medicine, with speakers from renowned medical institutions and biotech firms.

This conference will feature Nicholas Tatonetti, Vice Chair of Operations in the Department of Computational Biomedicine and Associate Director of Computational Oncology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Hayit Greenspan, Co-director of the Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Medicine PhD concentration at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Why You Should Attend:

AIME 2024 is a great opportunity for practice managers who are interested in how AI can tailor healthcare to individual patient needs and improve clinical outcomes. The speakers' presentations will address key advancements in AI that can significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare practices.

10. Machine Learning for Healthcare 2024 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada (August 2024)

Machine Learning for Healthcare 2024 website screenshot
Machine Learning for Healthcare 2024 is an event for healthcare professionals and data scientists at the University of Toronto for a deep dive into ML's role in transforming patient care and outcomes.

Overview:

The health conference offers a deep dive into machine learning applications in healthcare, covering topics from disease prediction models to AI-driven health monitoring systems.

Why You Should Attend:

This is an ideal conference for those who want to understand the technical side of AI and machine learning models, providing a robust platform for learning about the most advanced algorithms, use-cases in healthcare.

11. AIiH: International Conference on AI in Healthcare - Swansea, UK (September 2024)

AIiH: International Conference on AI in Healthcare
AIiH: International Conference on AI in Healthcare is an event uniting global experts in Swansea to forge new frontiers in AI for a healthier tomorrow.

Overview:

Focuses on the implementation of AI in European healthcare systems, discussing challenges, opportunities, and case studies from across the continent.

This year, the conference features two notable speakers: Hao Ni, a Professor of Mathematics at University College London (UCL) and a Turing Fellow at The Alan Turing Institute, and Timothy Rittman, a Senior Clinical Research Associate at the University of Cambridge.

Why You Should Attend:

This conference offers a unique European perspective on AI in healthcare, perfect for practice managers looking to understand AI applications in diverse healthcare systems. This will enhance your understanding of AI's current and potential impacts in healthcare.

12. Intelligent Health - Basel, Switzerland (September 2024)

Intelligent Health website screenshot
Intelligent Health 2024 is where the brightest minds converge to redefine healthcare through the power of AI, making it smarter, faster, and more accessible.

Overview:

This global conference brings together AI and health experts to discuss and explore how AI is being integrated into the public health and pharmaceutical industries.

This year, Intelligent Health will feature Prathibha Varkey, President of Mayo Clinic Health System, and Dr. Tamara Sunbul, Medical Director of Clinical Informatics at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH).

Why You Should Attend:

Intelligent Health conference provides a wide-ranging international perspective that can help inform and guide your practice’s strategic planning. It offers valuable lessons on leveraging natural language in AI to improve health outcomes across diverse access healthcare environments.

13. Digital Health & AI Innovation Summit - Boston, MA (October 2024)

Digital Health & AI Innovation Summit website screenshot
Digital Health & AI Innovation Summit connects with industry leaders in Boston to shape the future of healthcare through digital innovation and AI technology.

Overview:

The summit covers the spectrum of digital health, including telehealth, wearable technologies, and digital therapeutic strategies.

This year, the summit will feature two distinguished speakers: Amir Lahav, Advisor for Pharma & MedTech and Founder & CEO of SkyMed Digital, and Craig Lipset, Founder and Advisor at Clinical Innovation Partners.

Why You Should Attend:

The Digital Health & AI Innovation Summit is essential for understanding how technology is shaping patient care and how your practice can adopt these technologies to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

14. AI in Healthcare & Pharma Summit - Boston, MA (October 2024)

AI in Healthcare & Pharma Summit website screenshot
AI in Healthcare & Pharma Summit is an event empowering clinicians and patients with breakthrough AI insights and innovations in healthcare.

Overview:

This summit focuses on practical applications of AI in healthcare, including case studies on the successful integration of AI systems into existing healthcare infrastructures. Attendees will hear from startups to established healthcare giants.

Why You Should Attend:

AI in Healthcare & Pharma Summit offers an excellent blend of theory and practice, providing insights into how AI can be effectively integrated into healthcare operations to optimize both patient care and back-end processes.

Summary

Whether you are seeking to improve patient care through advanced diagnostics, enhance operational efficiencies, or explore global health innovations, these conferences provide a platform to learn, network, and advance your practice. It’s through collective insights that the healthcare community can best harness the potential of AI.

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By John Payne

John Payne is the co-founder and company director of Symphony Health. With over 20 years of management experience John is working alongside his wife, Dr. Kate Payne to build a multi-site Medical Practice where staff work collaboratively for the good of their patients. John is passionate about improving access to quality Healthcare in North Vancouver and sharing best practice with other people managing medical practices.