By Charles Calvario

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce (SCV Chamber) announced the details of its highly anticipated 5th Annual Health & Wellness Forum scheduled for next month.

This year’s forum intends to highlight how artificial intelligence in healthcare offers businesses transformative opportunities for cost savings while enhancing the health and wellness of their workforce.

Keynote speaker Khang Nguyen, MD, Assistant Executive Medical Director for Care Transformation at the Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, intends to feature insights from esteemed panelists Eleazar Eskin Ph.D., Professor and Chair of the Department of Computational Medicine, Professor of Computer Science and Human Genetics at UCLA, and Holly Hallman, Associate Administrator, Enterprise Data, Analytics, & AI at Keck Medicine of USC, according to officials. 

“As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize our world, it holds the power to truly transform healthcare in ways we’ve only imagined,” said Becki Robb, chair of the SCV Chamber Board. “I’m excited about the incredible innovation and cost savings that AI is  bringing to the business community. Our forum is designed to equip businesses with the insights and tools they need to harness AI’s potential, improving employee health and driving growth in a whole new way.”

At this year’s forum, Dr. Nguyen and their esteemed panelists are set to dive into how artificial intelligence can enhance employee well-being, slash healthcare costs, and drive innovation across industries, according to officials.

They are to provide the clarity and tools needed to navigate these exciting changes, helping businesses reduce healthcare expenses, improve preventive care, and boost workforce productivity. Attendees are inspired to supercharge their businesses with cutting-edge insights into AI-driven healthcare solutions.

“Regardless of what size or type of business you have or are in, it’s essential to stay informed about the advancements in AI technology in healthcare and their potential impact on your business and employees,” said Ivan Volschenk, president/CEO of the SCV Chamber. “We encourage everyone to take advantage of this great opportunity to hear from experts and get your burning questions answered.”

Kaiser Permanente is this year’s Title Sponsor, other sponsors include UCLA Health, Keck Medicine of USC and Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. 

The 5th Annual Health & Wellness Forum is scheduled to take place at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. 

The forum is open to all members of the business community, and registration is open on the Chamber’s Website. Sponsorship opportunities are  available by contacting [email protected]. 

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