The New Wave of AI in Healthcare 2026

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - Wednesday, May 13, 2026

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

The New York Academy of Sciences is proud to present The New Wave of AI in Healthcare 2026.

Artificial intelligence and digital technologies are transforming healthcare at an unprecedented pace—reshaping how we diagnose, treat, and deliver care. From advanced machine learning applications to real-world evidence and patient-facing digital tools, innovation is accelerating rapidly, bringing both extraordinary promise and complex challenges for clinicians, researchers, and regulators.

To spotlight these breakthroughs, the Windreich Department of Artificial Intelligence and Human Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and The New York Academy of Sciences will host a two-day, in-person symposium in New York City The New Wave of AI in Healthcare. 

This premier event will convene leading scientists, clinicians, industry innovators, and policy experts at the intersection of computer science and medicine to share cutting-edge research, explore pressing ethical and regulatory considerations, and build collaborations that shape the future of healthcare. The symposium will not only showcase the latest scientific advances but also foster interdisciplinary dialogue and networking to ensure that AI-driven healthcare innovations are equitable, ethical, and impactful.

Keynote Speakers

Dave Chokshi,MD, MSc
Dave Chokshi,MD, MSc
City College of New York
John Halamka, MD, MS
John Halamka, MD, MS
Mayo Clinic

Registration Pricing

Category
In-Person Rate
Virtual Rate

Member

$455

$160

Nonmember: Academia & Nonprofit

$570

$200

Member: Student, Postdoc & Fellow

$180

$65

Nonmember: Student, Postdoc, & Fellow

$230

$80

Nonmember: General Entry & Corporate

$680

$240

The Academy Difference

The magic of our events is in the conversations between attendees and speakers, and in the valuable exchange of high-quality research and practical applications. This dynamic symposium goes beyond traditional presentations, offering ample opportunities for attendees to ask questions and expand their professional network. Panel discussions showcase speakers' genuine opinions on their subjects of interest and the challenges they are currently facing – providing unique insights and opportunities for attendees to discuss research and practice in the real world.

When

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - Wednesday, May 13, 2026
8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

Where

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

1 Gustave L. Levy Place
New York NY 10029

Planner

Sanaz Masserat
events@nyas.org

Lead Scientific Planner
Melanie Brickman Borchard, PhD, MSc