Real Work, Real Results: An AI Delivery Lab

AI in Healthcare Marketing June 2026 Day 3 Session 1

Presented June 17, 2026 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Panelists:

• Kelly LaBarre, Senior Digital Marketing Manager, Connecticut Children’s
• Matthew Carlson, Senior Director User Experience Design, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
• JC Chakravarty, VP of Strategy and Design, Modea

Moderated by:

• Char Wilson, Principal Consultant, Char Wilson Consulting

You’ll learn how to:

• How to use rapid prototyping and vibe coding to accelerate healthcare website development
• How to build and optimize digital content for AEO and GEO performance
• What Modea’s healthcare digital maturity survey reveals about AI investment levels, consumer perception, and ROI benchmarks
• What it takes to make a healthcare website truly discoverable across AI-powered search and answer engines
• and more.

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AI in the Exam Room: Managing Patient Expectations

AI in Healthcare Marketing June 2026 Day 2 Session 2

Presented June 16, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern

Panelists:

• Amanda Reimann, Senior Marketing Manager, Clinical Services University of Iowa Health Care
• Morgan Lees, Director of Client Experience, Unlock Health

Moderated by:

• Wendy Margolin, Contributing Writer, Plain-English Health Care

Learn how consumers across different segments want healthcare organizations to communicate about the role of AI in diagnosis, decision support, and the patient experience — and what builds confidence, transparency, and comfort as AI becomes a more visible part of care delivery.

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Stop chasing AI “shoulds”: a focus-first approach for health system marketers

AI in Healthcare Marketing June 2026 Day 2 Session 1

Presented June 16, 2026 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Panelists:

• Luke Farkas, VP of Innovation & AI, Unlock Health
• Daniel Fell, Health Systems Practice Lead, Unlock Health and eHealthcare Strategy & Trends Editorial Advisory Board Member
• Joe McMahon, Vice President, Northwell Health’s Enterprise Change Management team
• Anne Martino, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Children’s Wisconsin

Moderated by:

• Wendy Margolin, Contributing Writer, Plain-English Health Care

After this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain why AI progress is primarily a change-management challenge in hospital marketing and identify the common failure mode of “everything, all at once” prioritization.
• Diagnose their organization’s default AI orientation (what it tends to prioritize and protect) and understand why two health systems can make opposite AI decisions and both be right.
• Assess their team’s AI fluency and translate it into a focused 90-day plan, including what to do now, what to postpone, and what guardrails are required for adoption.

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When AI Becomes How Work Gets Done

AI in Healthcare Marketing June 2026 Day 1 Opening Keynote 

Presented June 15, 2026

Panelists:

• Cristal Woodley, VP, Marketing and Communications, Renown Health
• Taylor Pressler, MPH, MS, Sr. Director of Enterprise Analytics, Renown Health
• Gregg Johnson, CEO, Invoca
• Julia Sorensen, Vice President, Marketing – Market Research and Consumer Insights, Mass General Brigham

Moderated by:

• Jane Weber Brubaker, Executive Editor, Plain-English Health Care

What you’ll learn:

• How leaders are re‑architecting marketing and digital workflows with AI as the default path.
• Examples of a real AI-driven workflow overhaul, from intake to output to governance that you can adapt for your own teams.
• New operating roles and how they plug into existing teams and structures.
• Guardrails that let non‑technical staff build useful agents without creating compliance and security headaches.
• How to measure “AI as normal work” — from throughput gains on content and campaigns to better access, engagement, and conversion.

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Why Site Search May Be Costing Your Health System Thousands of Patients Each Week

Digital experience can either drive loyalty or drive patients away. Leaders from Cleveland Clinic, Renown Health, MDRG, and SearchStax weigh in on findings from recent research. Read on to learn from these experts how you can create digital experiences that strengthen your relationship with patients and consumers.

Focus On Social Media: Authentic Content, Stronger Connections, Better Results

Social media has matured into one of the most dynamic channels in healthcare marketing. What was once viewed primarily as a tool for awareness and engagement is now expected to support business goals, strengthen audience relationships, and contribute to organizational growth. This new report explores how innovative healthcare organizations adapt their social media strategies.

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Hospital Websites Carry More Weight. Is Your Digital Foundation Ready?

// By Therese Lockemy, MBA // Hospital websites are no longer just a place to publish service line content, provider profiles, and location pages. They now sit at the center of a much bigger job. Read on for practical advice on building a hospital website that can keep up with what comes next.

Join the Conversation: AI in Healthcare Marketing Week Offers a Practical Roadmap for the AI-Enabled Future

It’s not too late to sign up for AI in Healthcare Marketing Week, eHealthcare Strategy & Trends’ new virtual summit. We offer it at no charge to employees of healthcare provider organizations. Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your AI knowledge and learn how you can bring greater value to your organization.

AI in Healthcare Marketing Virtual Summit Is Back Next Week!

// By Jane Weber Brubaker // It’s not too late to sign up for AI in Healthcare Marketing Week, eHealthcare Strategy & Trends’ new virtual summit. We offer it at no charge to employees of healthcare provider organizations. Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your AI knowledge and learn how you can bring greater value to your organization.

What Do Judges Really Look for in the eHealthcare Leadership Awards?

What separates good work from award-winning work in the eHealthcare Leadership Awards? What gets recognized is not just the work itself, but also how clearly and convincingly it is presented. for practical ways to clarify your story, present your work with confidence, and yes, improve your chances of winning.

Does Your Health System’s Website Build Patient Trust? Or Break It?

// By Char Wilson // Digital experience can either drive loyalty or drive patients away. Leaders from Cleveland Clinic, Renown Health, MDRG, and SearchStax weigh in on findings from recent research. Read on to learn from these experts how you can create digital experiences that strengthen your relationship with patients and consumers.

“People Want to Interact With People”: What to Consider When Planning Your Social Media Strategy

McKenzie Davis works closely with Baptist Health Central Alabama to share stories of people caring for people. Read on to hear her take on how social media has changed, why and where it makes sense to invest in paid advertising on social media, and which platforms to choose.

eHealthcare Leadership Awards: Anatomy of a Winning Entry

// By Susan Dubuque // What separates good work from award-winning work in the eHealthcare Leadership Awards? What gets recognized is not just the work itself, but also how clearly and convincingly it is presented. for practical ways to clarify your story, present your work with confidence, and yes, improve your chances of winning.

What Award-Winning Healthcare Podcasts Get Right

Award-winning marketers from Southeast Georgia Health System, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the National Spine Health Foundation share how they build podcasts around audience needs, extend reach through integrated promotion, and use storytelling to strengthen connection and trust.

What Are the Most Important Factors to Consider When Planning Social Media Strategy Today?

// By Jane Weber Brubaker // McKenzie Davis works closely with Baptist Health Central Alabama to share stories of people caring for people. Read on to hear her take on how social media has changed, why and where it makes sense to invest in paid advertising on social media, and which platforms to choose.

Maximizing MarTech in Healthcare: From Stack Sprawl to Strategic Growth

A new eHealthcare Strategy & Trends webinar with insights from Atlantic Health, UNC Health and Unlock Health

Presented May 13, 2026

Your Presenters:

• Orla Seidel, Director, CRM & Digital Marketing at Atlantic Health
• Susie Magrogan, Performance and Demand Gen Manager at UNC Health
• Lisa Bevere, Senior Director of Digital Strategy at Unlock Health

Moderated by:

• Jamie Mermelstein, VP of Digital Experience at Unlock Health

Together, we’ll explore:

• Where attribution breaks down in healthcare organizations — and why
• How to connect brand investment to measurable access and utilization
• What full-funnel governance requires across marketing, IT, analytics, and operations
• How to move from reporting metrics to guiding decisions
• What it takes to align strategy, martech, and Epic tools to achieve true full-funnel marketing and analytics

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Better Design, Better Access: How Health Systems Can Remove Friction from the Digital Patient Journey

Panelists from Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Emory Healthcare, Reason One, and WG Content explain why better healthcare design is not just about look and feel. It is about reducing friction, building trust, and making access easier for patients.

Sound Advice: How Award-Winning Healthcare Podcasts Build Brands and Trust

// By Susan Dubuque // Award-winning marketers from Southeast Georgia Health System, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the National Spine Health Foundation share how they build podcasts around audience needs, extend reach through integrated promotion, and use storytelling to strengthen connection and trust.

Healthcare Marketing Compliance Trends 2026

A free white paper, published by Ours Privacy

• How marketers are balancing HIPAA compliance with campaign performance
• Why rising costs and limited tracking are impacting ROI
• Where martech stacks are breaking down and what’s replacing them

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Focus on AI in Healthcare Marketing: How Healthcare Leaders Are Shaping the AI-Driven Marketing Landscape

During our AI in Healthcare Marketing Week virtual summit in December 2025, leaders across the industry shared how they are putting AI to work. This new report brings together those insights to help guide your next steps. We offer practical ideas and real-world examples you can apply as you shape your organization’s approach to AI.

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Showcase Your Best Work: The 2026 eHealthcare Leadership Awards Call for Entries is Open

The 2026 eHealthcare Leadership Awards Call for Entries is officially open! In its 27th year, the eHealthcare Awards celebrate excellence in healthcare digital marketing, recognizing standout websites, videos, campaigns, and other digital initiatives that drive marketing and business success across the healthcare industry. The deadline for submitting entries is June 26, 2026.

Trust Is Built in a Thousand Small Digital Moments

// By Therese Lockemy, MBA // Panelists from Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Emory Healthcare, Reason One, and WG Content explain why better healthcare design is not just about look and feel. It is about reducing friction, building trust, and making access easier for patients.

Bringing It All Together: Integrated Marketing Campaigns That Deliver

A new eHealthcare Strategy & Trends member roundtable featuring winners from the 2025 eHealthcare Leadership Awards

Presented April 30, 2026

Panelists:

• Mindy Adams, chief creative officer, BPD Healthcare
• Lindsay Mosley, marketing coordinator, South Georgia Health System
• Jaycelyn Puttick, executive director, strategic partnerships, AdventHealth
• Ana Vela, executive director of creative and digital strategies, Community First Health Plans

Moderator:

• Susan Dubuque, Contributing Editor, eHealthcare Strategy & Trends and Co-Chair, 2025 eHealthcare Leadership Awards

You’ll hear how leading organizations:

• Build campaigns that connect brand and business goals
• Align teams and channels around a clear strategy
• Translate insights into creative that resonates
• Extend campaigns across digital and traditional media and on-the-ground efforts
• Measure what matters and use results to refine future work

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Submit Your Entries to the 2026 eHealthcare Leadership Awards

// By Susan Dubuque // The 2026 eHealthcare Leadership Awards Call for Entries is officially open! In its 27th year, the eHealthcare Awards celebrate excellence in healthcare digital marketing, recognizing standout websites, videos, campaigns, and other digital initiatives that drive marketing and business success across the healthcare industry. The deadline for submitting entries is June 26, 2026.

From Digital Front Door to Digital Ecosystem: How Leading Health Systems Rethink the Hospital Website

Leaders from Hackensack Meridian Health, CHRISTUS Health, and Intermountain Health share their vision for using AI, authentication, and tighter portal integration to reduce friction and make it easier for patients to get care. Read on for a forward-looking vision you can use to reimagine your organization’s digital ecosystem.