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Virtual pilots often start with clear objectives but too few deliver lasting value. Many stall without clear exit criteria, measurable impact or alignment. This session brings together leaders from Carilion Clinic, Keck Medicine of USC, Presbyterian Healthcare Services, and Nuvance/Northwell…
Feb 27, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM America/Chicago
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Jason Ward
VP of Information Systems Collette Health
Maruf Haider, MD
Associate Chief Medical Information Officer, Digital Health Carilion Clinic
Alen Oganesyan, MPA, CHCIO, CDH-E
Associate Chief Information Officer, Information Services Keck Medicine of USC
Lori L. Walker, MSN, CNP
Chief Medical Information Officer Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Albert Villarin, MD, MBA, FACEP
VP, Chief Medical Informatics Officer Nuvance/Northwell Health
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