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Thank you for attending The MedTech Conference 2017! The information below is from our 2017 program, but stay tuned as we will be updating it soon for The MedTech Conference 2018 in Philadelphia, PA on September 24-26!


We are thrilled to support the efforts of numerous medtech innovators poised to transform health care through programs such as MedTech Innovator and educational programming aimed at demystifying the complicated policy and regulatory landscape. This year, The MedTech Conference will include a range sessions focused on diagnostics, from Monday’s panel session on seizing opportunities in diagnostics to Wednesday’s MedTech Innovator Showcase sessions featuring companies focused on advanced imaging and in vitro diagnostics.

While you’re at the conference, be sure to take advantage of your chance to:

  • Connect with experts and innovators from organizations around the world
  • Take a deep dive into the latest and greatest developments in medtech
  • Network with medtech trailblazers in the Innovation Pavilion, where small medtech companies will display models and prototypes at kiosks in the Exhibit Hall
  • Get a taste of San Jose at our welcome reception

Notable speakers include:

  • Eric Dishman, Director, All of Us Research Program, National Institutes of Health (NIH)
  • Phil Charron, MEd, User Experience Design, Basil Leaf Technologies and Sr. Vice President of Consulting & Talent, Think Company
  • Carlos Milla, MD, Professor of Pediatrics (Pulmonary Medicine), Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital
  • Jeffrey Brewer, President & Chief Executive Officer, Bigfoot Biomedical 
  • Brian Blaser, Executive Vice President, Diagnostic Products, Abbott 
  • Doug Bryant, President & CEO, Quidel 
  • James L. Zehnder, M.D.Director, Clinical Pathology, Stanford University School of Medicine
  • John Boyce, Chief Executive Officer, Exosome Diagnostics 
  • Eric Compton, Chief Operating Officer, Hologic 
  • Franz Walt, President, Laboratory Diagnostics, Siemens Healthineers

Diagnosing Opportunity: Manufacturer and Laboratory Insights

Monday, September 25, 1:15-2:15pm

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The Point of Person Laboratory

Tuesday, September 26, 9:15-10:15am

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Success with Surrogates: A New Framework and Best Practices for Surrogate Samples to Support Diagnostic Innovators

Wednesday, September 27, 9:00-10:15am

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MedTech Innovator Showcase - Advanced Imaging Diagnostics

Wednesday, September 27, 10:45-11:35am

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The Genomics Revolution: Diagnostic Implications for Patients and Health Care

Wednesday, September 27, 11:15am-12:30pm

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MedTech Innovator Showcase - In Vitro Diagnostics

Wednesday, September 27, 11:40am-12:30pm

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  • Interactive Conference Agenda: sort by session type, audience segment, pillar and more, and be sure to check back regularly for updates!
  • Register for The MedTech Conference: secure your spot in San Jose - the earlier you register, the sooner you have access to valuable tools like MedTech Connect.
  • Book Your Housing: our room blocks fill up fast, so don't wait until the last minute to take advantage of our discounted rates at hotels close to the Convention Center.
  • Networking Receptions: looking for business dvelopment opportunities? We've got that. How about a fun party atmosphere? Oh yeah, that's in the works too.
  • MedTech Connect Partnering: your go-to source for networking, scheduling onsite meetings, and building out a personalized agenda for your time in San Jose.