Top 25 Healthcare Futurist Speakers
- By Aaron Peterson
- Nov 21, 2025
- Dr. Barry Chaiken
- Bertalan Meskó
- Adam Gazzaley
- Dan Buettner
- Rubin Pillay
- Ted James
- Tom Koulopoulos
- Daniel Kraft
- Ken Dychtwald
- Tan Le
- Ashisha Jha
- Ian Khan
- Maddy Dychtwald
- Brian Solis
- Michael Rogers
- Ian Morrison
- José Morey
- Craig Lipset
- Elena Garcia Armada
- Rafael Grossmann
- Saralyn Mark
- Miguel Luengo-Oroz
- Lital Marom
- Harvey Castro
- Erik Qualman
Dr. Barry Chaiken is a well-known and respected person when it comes to healthcare technology and AI. He’s worked in hospitals, technology companies, and government agencies for 25 years to help them deliver better, more competent patient care. His career history includes serving as the President of DocsNetwork and working with organizations such as the NHS and NIH. Now, he’s focused much of his work on how artificial intelligence is changing the patient experience. He has delivered over 60 keynotes and lectures worldwide, bringing medical insight and technological vision to the future of healthcare. He has remained a well-known speaker, continually booked for engagements to share his insights on how AI will change healthcare.
Dr. Bertalan Meskó helps audiences imagine the future of medicine and shows how it is changing right before our eyes. As Director of The Medical Futurist Institute, he explores how today’s innovations are changing the way healthcare operates and how technology is shaping the future of healthcare. He’s become a sought-after speaker on the future of healthcare, having spoken at Harvard, Stanford, Yale, and even NASA’s Singularity University. He customizes his keynotes to appeal to his audiences and ensure that the experiences leave them inspired and excited about the future of healthcare.
Dr. Adam Gazzaley has taken it upon himself to redefine how technology can enhance our minds. He was a professor at UCSF and later founded the Neuroscape Center, where he leads research on brain performance and digital therapeutics. He has spent his time continuing to build businesses and doing research that showcases the way that technology and neuroscience go hand in hand. He’s given hundreds of keynotes across the world, focusing on his vision for the future, where technology and science work together to unlock new levels of cognitive potential. His teachings are captivating, interesting, and overall intriguing for people to listen to, which is what keeps him booked.
Dan Buettner is an explorer and author who also worked with National Geographic. His work is fascinating, and it led him to uncover the world's “Blue Zones,” regions where people live the longest, healthiest lives. He published his findings through journalism, which led him to be an award-winning journalist and be featured in top outlets like National Geographic and The Today Show. He even used his findings to create the Blue Zones Project, which has helped over 5 million Americans. Many seek him out and attend his keynotes to hear what he has to say about his findings, research, and overall opinion on his study.
Dr. Rubin Pillay, a recognized medical futurist, is known for her expertise on how healthcare will transform in the digital age. She has a background in medicine, business, and health management, which allows her to offer a diverse perspective. She’s worked with hospitals, startup companies, and policymakers on digital health, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence integration, as well as the future of healthcare and what that will look like. Her keynotes mainly focus on AI in healthcare and how innovation can help improve patient outcomes and reshape healthcare systems globally. She continues to be booked for keynote speeches where she inspires audiences to help her build the next era of medicine and healthcare.
Mert Dr. Ted James, a leading voice in healthcare transformation, is also known for his forward-thinking innovation in clinical insight and the future of healthcare. He is the Medical Director at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and he spends his time leading a patient-centered care system. His expertise is in medicine, and he is also a clinical advisor to medical technology and biotech companies, helping bring new solutions to market from different concepts. He focuses his keynotes on discussing culture and advancement in the healthcare industry as they relate to technology. People are intrigued by his combination of real-world experience, actionable strategies, and inspiration for audiences, helping them embrace innovation and the future of healthcare technology.
Tom Koulopoulos is a visionary thinker on innovation, technology, and the future of business. He has spent over thirty years helping organizations anticipate the change in healthcare and take advantage of what is coming. He’s also authored 14 books that discuss many changes we’ve already seen or will see in the realm of innovation and technology. His keynote blends humor, insight, and forward-thinking strategies, keeping people captivated and excited as he speaks. He has become a well-known keynote speaker and has received recognition from top leaders like Peter Drucker. He continues to challenge audiences to rethink what they know about their personal lives and businesses, and to look into the evolving world as it is.
With over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, digital health, and biomedical research, Dr. Daniel Kraft has been a force in the healthcare industry. He founded NextMed Health and even serves as faculty chair for Medicine at Sigularity University. He has conducted impressive research in regenerative medicine, stem-cell biology, and immunotherapies. He continues to be booked for keynotes, including TED and TEDMED Talks, where he focuses on deep scientific insight and visionary thinking to captivate and enlighten his audiences. His goal has been to push people to reimagine the possibilities of medicine and technology and how they will come together in the future.
Ken Dychtwald, Ph.D., is a leading gerontologist, psychologist, filmmaker, and the founder of Age Wave, the nation’s foremost authority on the challenges and opportunities of an aging population. A trusted advisor to more than half of the Fortune 500, Ken has authored 19 bestselling books, including Age Wave, Healthy Aging, and The Power Years. His globally acclaimed keynotes combine insight, storytelling, and practical strategies, engaging audiences of over two million across industries. Ken’s presentations explore the future of health, longevity, retirement, and the evolving mature consumer market, helping organizations navigate demographic shifts and uncover new opportunities. Dynamic, thought-provoking, and edutaining, his talks leave audiences informed, inspired, and ready to take action.
Tan Le is a technology pioneer and entrepreneur who is helping to shape the future of neurotechnology. She is leading the development of brain-computer interface technology and has even worked on bionic limbs to optimize work environments. She’s spoken at TED Talks and been a sought-after keynote speaker, sharing her knowledge of brain science, innovation, and what human enhancement could look like in the near future with the addition of technology. Rightfully, she was named one of Fast Company’s Most Influential Women in Technology, as well as one of the 50 Names You Need to Know by Forbes. She continues to use her expertise and opinion on stem technology, neurotechnologies, and the merging of technology and healthcare to fuel her keynote speeches, captivating and engaging.
Dr. Ashish Jha is known for his expertise in healthcare policy, public health, and pandemic preparedness. He is mainly known for being appointed by President Biden as the White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator. He’s a physician and researcher who has held positions at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Harvard Medical School. He has authored over 300 publications and has received consistent recognition from scholars and leaders for his work. His keynotes are popular for empowering audiences and providing insight into global health, evidence-based policy, and the systems that shape our well-being. He continues to give keynote speeches on the future of medicine, what it means for us, and how we can prepare for healthcare crises.
Ian Khan, also known as “The Futurist,” is a recognized thought leader and media personality. He has been named one of the world’s Top 25 Futurists and a Thinkers50 Future Readiness finalist. His keynotes have been attended by some of the world's top organizations, including Microsoft, ServiceNow, and Aston Martin F1, where he’s spoken about everything from technology to healthcare and their convergence. He also founded Impact Story, a nonprofit that promotes AI and robotics education. He continues to be a popular keynote speaker, and many book him for his approach to speaking to leaders about embracing technology and future-ready strategies, especially as they relate to healthcare.
One of Forbes’ Top 50 Female Futurists, Maddy Dychtwald, has been working in her industry for 4 decades, studying the age wave and its impact on health, retirement, and society. Using her expertise to the fullest, she is the co-founder of Age Wave and has helped guide Fortune 500 companies across the healthcare, consumer, and financial industries. As a nonprofit leader, board member, and advocate, she has brought a lot ot the table and become a well-known futurist. She continues to showcase her expertise and captivate her audiences with keynote speeches around the globe, drawing on her professional and personal experiences in every presentation.
Brian Solis is a futurist, global keynote speaker, and digital anthropologist who uses his creativity to help audiences understand how new technologies will affect our work and everyday lives. He’s the Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow and a former leader at Salesforce, where he gained his business experience. He’s seen firsthand how new technology can shape business, and he’s been able to apply it to how the future of business and our lives will be affected as technology continues to advance. His keynotes talk mainly about how we can prepare for the future and the changes to come, as well as how to understand what it might look like for us. He continues to inspire audiences to turn change into opportunity and to embrace technological changes in the future.
Michael Rogers is a technology pioneer and author known for his work as a futurist. His consultancy, Practical Futurist, has worked with companies such as Microsoft, Pfizer, and FedEx to prepare for the future. As a keynote speaker, he’s focused on futuristic trends and inspiring leaders and students throughout his career. He started his career at Rolling Stone, then co-founded Outside magazine, and later joined The Washington Post's news media division. His expertise in journalism, storytelling, innovation, AI, and healthcare has made him a sought-after keynote speaker on the future of healthcare and technology.
Ian Morrison is known for his work with Fortune 500 companies, government, and nonprofits. Ultimately, he has spent his time sharing strategies and managing change for the future as it relates to innovation nd technology. He has also written multiple bestselling books, including Leading Change in Healthcare, and he has been featured in The New York Times and Businessweek. His keynotes are packed with complex narratives that he makes easy to understand, inspiring audiences to lead and prepare for the future.
Dr. Jose Morey is known as the “first Intergalactic Doctor” for his innovations in healthcare, technology, and artificial intelligence. He has focused on the future of healthcare and what it will look like with AI integration, while advising top companies, including NASA and the White House, on AI and health initiatives. People are constantly hiring him for keynotes where he shares his insights on AI, technology, and healthcare innovation, and talks about what the future holds and how organizations cna prepare for these changes. Businesses, leaders, and nonprofits look to him for information on AI and the changes it can bring to healthcare.
Craig Lipset is known for his decades of experience in technology-enabled approaches focused on medical breakthroughs and patient trials. He is the founder of Clinical Innovation Partners, and he advises universities, biotech companies, and investors on clinical research. His career has expanded significantly over the years, as he has earned the title of co-founder of the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance and served on many healthcare industry committees. As a leader in innovative healthcare, he has had a significant impact on the advances we’ve seen in recent years.
Elena Garcia Armanda is a scientist and entrepreneur who focuses her career on children with neuromuscular diseases. As the CEO of Marsi Bionics, she’s been known as the one who created the first pediatric exoskeletons. Her studies have included industrial Engineering, where she conducted advanced research in robotics and control systems, which directly contributed to her ability to start her business. As a keynote speaker, she shares her expertise in robotics, STEM education, and healthcare innovation. Many have looked up to her and been intrigued by her insights into the future of healthcare and bionics, making her a sought-after speaker.
Surgeon, educator, speaker, and healthcare futurist Dr Rafail Grossman is known for his expertise and his insight into the future of healthcare. He has set the stage for what healthcare in the future can look like, as he was the first doctor to use Google Glass in a live surgery. He has continued to blend technology and healthcare, a focus throughout his career and in his keynotes. He believes in emerging technologies and supports that they will improve medical education, patient care, and even global access to healthcare. He’s well known for his insights into the future of healthcare and for sharing his thoughts on how technology will blend with patient care in the near future.
Dr. Saralyn Mark, leading endocrinologist, geriatrician, and women’s health expert, has advised organizations on women’s health and emerging technologies. She has advised top organizations, including NASA, the White House, and the Gates Foundation. She’s spent her career educating people on women’s health and what the future of that could look like with technology integration. Serving on international and national boards, she’s been mentoring the next generation of leaders and becoming a futurist in the women’s health and public health sectors. As a keynote speaker, she’s taken a stance on women’s health, the future of healthcare, and what organizations can expect.
Scientist, entrepreneur, and professor Dr. Miguel Luengo-Oroz has focused his career mainly on using technology for social impact. He was the first data scientist at the United Nations and has a long history of impressive careers there. He’s led AI and Big Data initiatives for global health, and he’s advised governments, organizations, and leaders to advance the future of technology and human rights. His career stems from the work he’s done across the globe in public health, poverty, epidemics, and climate change. His diverse background allows him to bring a wealth of knowledge to his keynotes, where he speaks on these issues and how technology plays a role in each, preparing his audience for a future of technological advancements across these categories.
Lital Marom is a leading force in business technology and innovation. Lital has a client list that includes top companies such as Google, Nike, and IBM, for which she advises on creating new markets, enhancing customer loyalty, and building future-ready organizations. By helping companies scale faster and transform their business models, she increases revenue and boosts profits, making her a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor in her sector. She combines her background in software engineering and project management with digital transformation to inspire businesses to make future-ready changes that will set them up for the ever-changing technology enhancements we see today.
Dr. Harvey Castro has a long history of impressive careers, including being a physician, an entrepreneur, and a former healthcare CEO. He has over two decades of experience and now focuses on transforming healthcare with artificial intelligence and serving as the Strategic Advisor for ChatGPT & Healthcare. By bridging the gap between technology and healthcare, he’s developed impressive AI solutions for the industry. He believes that the addition of AI in healthcare will improve patient experiences, foster innovation, and create a more efficient healthcare system overall. His keynotes are popular for the combination of personal experience and knowledge he brings to his audience, inspiring them to lean into technology and build a healthcare system ready for technological advancements.
Erik Qualman, bestselling author and internationally recognized keynote speaker, has reached 55 million people across 55 countries in his lifetime. He’s become a pioneer in digital leadership and is shaping how people view the future of technology, especially in healthcare and personal care. His career accomplishments include producing for Disney, having work featured in The Wall Street Journal, and creating a board game: Kittycorn. His keynote presentations blend a variety of intriguing approaches, including storytelling, leadership, video, and research, to deliver a captivating experience for the entire audience.
