Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing healthcare—from clinical documentation and workflow automation to decision support and patient engagement. Yet as these technologies become more integrated into care delivery, healthcare leaders face an important challenge:
How do we embrace innovation while preserving the trust, empathy, and human connection that patients need?
Location
Fairfield University
Barone Campus Center
Barone Campus Center
Date & Time
October 14, 2026
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Join the Conversation with Our Panel of AI Thought Leaders
Rohit Bhalla, MD, MPH
SVP, Chief Clinical & Quality officer
Stamford Health
Patricia Boyce, PhD, RN
Dean, Marion Peckham
Egan School of Nursing and Health studies
Egan School of Nursing and Health studies
Fairfield University
Jennifer Cox
Healthcare Attorney
Cox & Osowiecki
Sumit Sajnani
Health Information Technology Officer
State of Connecticut
What You'll Gain From This Conversation
Real‑World AI Examples— Practical use cases showing how AI is already reducing administrative burden, improving patient experience, and strengthening clinical outcomes
Understanding the Risks — Clear insights into the ethical, operational, and safety risks associated with AI adoption
Human‑in‑the‑Loop Safeguards — Appreciation for why human oversight remains essential to mitigating risk and ensuring accountability
Patient Trust as the North Star — Guidance on keeping patient experience, dignity, and trust at the center of AI‑augmented workflow decisions
Access to Leading Innovators — Opportunities to meet technology companies developing cutting‑edge AI applications for healthcare
Schedule
8:00 AM
Breakfast and Networking
Start your morning with a hot breakfast buffet and meaningful conversation as you connect with leaders across Connecticut’s healthcare and innovation landscape.
8:30 AM
Opening Remarks and Awards
Honoree: Robin Kanarek, BSN, RN, Hon.D. - Pioneer of Compassionate Palliative Care Advocacy
In Memoriam: Claudio Pannuzzio, Chairman of the Board, TPIU
-Dr. Stephanie Paulmeno, Co‑Chair, TPIU Board of Directors
In Memoriam: Claudio Pannuzzio, Chairman of the Board, TPIU
-Dr. Stephanie Paulmeno, Co‑Chair, TPIU Board of Directors
8:45 AM
Panel Discussion
Moderator
-Joanne Palmer Co‑Chair, TPIU Board of Directors
Collectively, the panel will address the central tension facing healthcare in the age of AI:
Each panelist approaches that question from a different vantage point, making the conversation richer, more balanced, and
highly relevant to healthcare leaders, clinicians, IT professionals. policy makers, faculty, and community members alike.
-Joanne Palmer Co‑Chair, TPIU Board of Directors
Collectively, the panel will address the central tension facing healthcare in the age of AI:
Can artificial intelligence make healthcare more efficient, personalized, and effective without diminishing
the compassion, trust, and human connection that patients need most?
Each panelist approaches that question from a different vantage point, making the conversation richer, more balanced, and
highly relevant to healthcare leaders, clinicians, IT professionals. policy makers, faculty, and community members alike.
Sponsors
Exhibitors
Location
Fairfield University
Barone Campus Center
Loyola Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824
Park in Lot K-1
Barone Campus Center
Loyola Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824
Park in Lot K-1