MedFuel AI Agenda
1:00 – 1:15 PM
Attendee registration & seating
1:30 – 2:15 PM
Future-Ready Mindsets: Entrepreneurial Freedom in Healthcare Innovation
Sabastian Enges is an entrepreneur, mental-conditioning and leadership coach, and the driving force behind Fenix Consulting Group, a consulting agency he founded in 2011. Under his leadership, Fenix has built a reputation for helping businesses scale profitably while emphasizing personal growth, merit-based leadership, and human-centered performance. Sabastian is also the creator and host of The Sabastian Show, a podcast that explores self-development, spirituality, narrative power, and the intersection between human experience and achievement.
Through his speaking and coaching, he has worked with thousands of young professionals across North America, guiding them in developing leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, communication, and resilience. His philosophy centers on transforming both people and organizations from the inside out—focusing less on pedigree and more on ambition, mindset, willingness to grow, and ability to deliver results.
2:20 – 3:20 PM
Panel Discussion: AI, Genomics, and Precision Medicine in Oncology Innovation
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we detect, diagnose, and treat lung cancer. This forward-looking panel brings together leaders at the intersection of oncology, technology, and clinical research to explore the next wave of breakthroughs in the field.
Moderator:
Debbie Lin, phd – an experienced healthcare innovator and strategist, guiding the discussion on how AI is reshaping the lung cancer ecosystem.
Panelists:
Dr. Aaron Lisberg – a clinical expert in thoracic oncology, sharing perspectives on how AI is changing treatment decisions and patient care.
Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou – an industry leader in digital health, discussing the role of data-driven innovation in accelerating therapies and patient outcomes.
Dr. Demeure – a surgeon and researcher focused on translational applications, highlighting how AI is bridging research and practice in lung cancer.
Dr. Darabi – an expert in computational approaches and machine learning, offering insights into cutting-edge AI models for precision oncology.
Together, the panel will dive into real-world applications of AI in lung cancer, the challenges of integrating new technologies into clinical workflows, and the opportunities for collaboration across medicine, industry, and technology.
3:25 – 3:55 PM
Networking break (coffee and snacks)
4:00 – 4:45 PM
Panel Discussion: Protecting Discovery – Intellectual Property Strategies in Life Sciences
Innovation in the life sciences depends not only on groundbreaking research but also on protecting the ideas that fuel it. This panel brings together legal and industry experts to explore best practices for safeguarding intellectual property in a rapidly evolving scientific and commercial landscape.
Moderator:
Dan Byrne – guiding the conversation with a focus on how intellectual property strategies can support innovation, partnerships, and commercialization in life sciences.
Panelists:
Sarah Cork – an expert in intellectual property law, offering insights into patent strategy, regulatory considerations, and how to navigate complex global IP frameworks.
Miguel Lopez – a life sciences industry leader, sharing practical perspectives on aligning IP protection with business goals, funding strategies, and long-term value creation.
Together, they will discuss the challenges of protecting breakthrough discoveries, balancing openness with protection in research collaborations, and how strong IP strategies can shape the future of biotech and pharma innovation.
4:50 PM – 5:35 PM
Panel Discussion: Collaborative Ecosystems for AI-Driven Breakthroughs
The next wave of innovation in healthcare and life sciences will be powered by collaboration across disciplines, industries, and geographies. This panel explores how building dynamic ecosystems around artificial intelligence can accelerate breakthroughs—from drug discovery and diagnostics to patient care and commercialization.
Moderator:
Sadaf Malik – leading the discussion on how partnerships, data sharing, and cross-industry collaboration unlock the full potential of AI.
Panelists:
Dan Lambert – bringing an entrepreneurial perspective on scaling AI-driven healthcare solutions.
Dr. Ewesedo – sharing clinical and scientific insights on the impact of AI in advancing precision medicine.
Mika Newton – highlighting the role of strategic alliances and investment in building sustainable innovation ecosystems.
Sarah Cork – offering expertise on navigating intellectual property and regulatory frameworks to support AI-enabled discoveries.
Together, the panel will discuss how to foster trust, align incentives, and design ecosystems where technology, science, and business converge to drive the next era of AI-powered breakthroughs.
5:40 – 5:55 PM
Innovation Talk + Q&A Chris O’Connor, MD
5:55 PM – 6:10 PM
Innovation Talk + Q&A Vijay Ramanath, MD
6:15 – 7:15 PM
Networking Reception
7:30 – 9:00 PM
Private Dinner in the garden