Innovating across the spectrum: Digital transformation for patient-centered care and connected care
Event steering committee
Alexis Villa
Senior Director, Digital Health and Program Delivery, Altum Health
Aneesh Joshi
Director, Technology Advisory, Infrastructure Ontario
Alexis Villa
Senior Director, Digital Health and Program Delivery, Altum Health
Aneesh Joshi
Director, Technology Advisory, Infrastructure Ontario
Welcome to the Healthcare Innovation Showcase, a forum for Ontario’s healthcare leaders to come together at a pivotal moment for the province’s health system. As demand grows, resources tighten, and expectations rise, digital innovation is no longer optional—it is foundational to how care is delivered, accessed, and sustained.
Spanning preventive, acute, rehabilitative, and long-term care, the conference takes a system-wide view of how technology, data, and modern infrastructure can improve patient outcomes, support clinicians, and strengthen the reliability of care across Ontario. Attendees will engage with senior public-sector executives, clinical leaders, and system partners who are translating innovation into measurable impact within Ontario’s unique policy, funding, and delivery environment.
More than a showcase of technology, this event is a space for honest dialogue about what it takes to deliver safe, equitable, and connected care—while protecting patient trust, supporting the workforce, and stewarding public resources responsibly. Participants will explore practical strategies, real-world case studies, and lessons learned that can be applied across hospitals, community care, and regional systems.
At its core, the Healthcare Innovation Showcase is about people—patients, families, and the professionals who care for them. By bringing leaders together to share insight, challenge assumptions, and collaborate across the system, the conference aims to help shape a more resilient, patient-centered healthcare system for Ontario, today and for the years ahead.
It's great to hear what others are doing, as many people are often grappling with the same issues—what has worked and what hasn't. It's much easier to learn from others' experiences than to go through the challenges yourself.
Sonali Kohli
Executive Vice-President, Digital Transformation; Chief Information Officer, Niagara Health
Are you ready to lead the future of public service through cutting-edge healthcare innovation? Join a dynamic community of forward-thinking executives to share insights, collaborate, and address today’s challenges:
Inspire change, influence policy, and deliver smarter healthcare solutions!
Step into the forefront of healthcare innovation with fellow leaders in data, AI, IT, and digitalization. This is your opportunity to collaborate, share expertise, and drive transformative solutions that redefine global and regional healthcare delivery.
Are you ready to redefine patient care through groundbreaking technologies and innovative strategies? Join a forward-thinking community of leaders focused on transforming the patient experience by leveraging the latest advancements:
Join us to explore the future of patient-centered care and leave equipped with the knowledge to lead transformative change!
Are you prepared to protect patient trust and care continuity in an increasingly digital health system? Join Ontario’s cybersecurity leaders and system partners to exchange insights, align strategies, and strengthen cyber resilience across healthcare.
Altaf Stationwala
President & CEO, Unity Health Toronto
Gina Johar
Senior Vice President, Data and Knowledge Management, Infrastructure Ontario
Dr. Peter Rossos
Chief Medical Information Officer, University Health Network
Michael Cole
Chief Information Security Officer, Lakeridge Hospital
Skerdi Cerga
Chief Technology and Security Officer, Trillium Health Partners
Noelle Coombe
Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Digital Health, The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Designing smarter, more human-centered care experiences: This track brings together healthcare and technology leaders who are reimagining care around patients’ real-world needs. Through design thinking, data-driven feedback, and AI-enhanced workflows, we’ll explore how hospitals, health networks, and home care providers are delivering more connected, personalized, and inclusive experiences. From virtual consultations to real-time engagement analytics, this track examines how empathy and innovation can co-exist — transforming patient trust, clinician efficiency, and system-wide quality of care.
Building the digital backbone of modern healthcare: This track explores how hospitals and health systems are modernizing their data and technology ecosystems to power AI-enabled care. From predictive analytics and digital twins to interoperability and secure cloud frameworks, we’ll dive into how technology and governance combine to make healthcare smarter, safer, and more responsive. Leaders will share real-world insights into embedding AI at scale, ensuring that digital innovation delivers measurable outcomes across clinical, operational, and administrative domains.
Securing healthcare in an AI-first world: This track equips healthcare executives to strengthen cybersecurity, governance, and trust as digital transformation accelerates. Sessions will explore practical strategies for embedding AI security, mitigating third-party vulnerabilities, and developing adaptive governance models. Experts will discuss the intersection of human behaviour, resilience, and risk — showing how to build a cyber-aware workforce and align technology investments with long-term trust and compliance. Join us to uncover how healthcare can evolve from reactive defence to proactive, AI-enabled protection.
Participate in interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration across agencies. Work together on shared challenges, learn best practices, and explore solutions that drive collective impact.
Gain valuable insights from keynotes, case studies, and expert panels. Leave with practical strategies and knowledge to apply directly to your agency’s digital transformation journey.
Meet and connect with fellow government leaders, innovators, and industry experts. Build relationships and grow your professional network with peers dedicated to advancing public service.
Becoming a partner for the Healthcare Innovation Showcase offers unique opportunities to connect with healthcare leaders and decision-makers, showcase cutting-edge solutions, and align with the transformative goals of modern healthcare. As a partner, you’ll have direct access to influential hospital executives, policymakers, and clinical experts, providing a valuable platform to demonstrate your expertise and contribute to critical conversations on the future of healthcare. With a focus on innovation, partnership enables you to collaborate with key players, co-develop solutions for pressing healthcare challenges, and reinforce your commitment to advancing patient care and healthcare infrastructure in impactful ways.
