U.S. Healthcare’s Annual Checkup 

Join The Hill for its biannual health care summit exploring the intersection of health and politics. We’ll explore such topics as the doctor shortage, rising health care costs, the consequences of an aging population, game-changing treatments for cancer and weight-loss drugs, the role of AI in healthcare, and all the most pressing issues that are affecting the health and wellness of Americans.

LOCATION
In-person at National Press Club First Amendment Room, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor, Washington, DC 20045 & streaming nationally

DATE & TIME
Thursday, December 7
8:00 AM ET Registration & Networking
8:30 AM ET Programming Begins

Program Segments:

1. Headliner Interview | Putting the CARE Back in Healthcare | In conversation with Cheyanne M. Daniels, Race & Politics Reporter, The Hill

• Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), Sponsor, CARE for Moms Act; Co-Lead, Congressional Caucus on Black Women & Girls

2. Headliner Interview | Driving Medical Innovation | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill

• Dr. Susan Monarez, Deputy Director, Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H)

3. Panel | The New Old Age | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill

• Ramsey Alwin, President & CEO, National Council on Aging
• Lindsey Miltenberger, Chief Advocacy Officer, Society for Women’s Health Research
• Melissa Batchelor, Director, Center for Aging, Health & Humanities, GW School of Nursing

4. Sponsor Perspective Presented by CVS Health | In conversation with Joe Ruffolo, SVP & General Manager, The Hill

• Dr. Marisa Rogers, Executive Medical Director, Oak Street Health

5. Headliner Interview | Expanding Patient Access | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill

• Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL), Chair, Ways & Means Subcommittee on Health

6. Headliner Interview | Cancer Moonshot Mission Update | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill 

• Dr. Danielle Carnival, Deputy Assistant to the President, Cancer Moonshot; Deputy Director, Health Outcomes, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

7. Panel | Mission to End Cancer | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill

• Dr. Clifford Hudis, Chief Executive Officer, American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Dr. Karen Knudsen, CEO, American Cancer Society & American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)
• Stephen Ubl, President & CEO, PhRMA

8. Sponsor Perspective Presented by AstraZeneca | In conversation with Joe Ruffolo, SVP & General Manager, The Hill

• David Fredrickson, Executive Vice-President, Oncology Business Unit, AstraZeneca

9. Headliner Interview | Partnerships, Team Science & Patient Engagement | In conversation with Cheyanne M. Daniels, Race & Politics Reporter, The Hill 

• Dr. Julie Louise Gerberding, CEO, Foundation for the National Institutes of Health; Former Director, CDC

10. Panel | Obesity Treatment, Access & Equity | In conversation with Bob Cusack, Editor in Chief, The Hill

• Nancy Glick, Director of Food & Nutrition Policy, National Consumers League
• Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld, President, American Medical Association
• Dr. William Dietz, Director, Redstone Global Center for Prevention & Wellness, GW Milken Institute

11. Headliner Interview | Dispelling Medical Disinformation | In conversation with Cheyanne M. Daniels, Race & Politics Reporter, The Hill

• Dr. Céline Gounder, Editor at Large, Public Health, KFF Health News; Medical Contributor, CBS News

Have a question? Reach us on social media @TheHillEvents using #TheHillHealth

Sponsors:

Whether in person, virtually, or at home, consumers want health care that is convenient, personalized, and affordable. CVS Health® is helping seniors connect with primary and virtual care, mental health and wellness services, and prescription drug cost savings, all while offering a more personalized experience. Being on top of your health is just a simple click away. Learn more about how CVS Health is delivering the future of health care. 

AstraZeneca is a science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We are dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet. At AstraZeneca, we have a bold ambition to provide cures for cancer in every form. Working in partnership with all our stakeholders, we are harnessing the power of science and innovation to deliver life-changing medicines. By understanding the complexities of cancer, we hope to revolutionize oncology treatments and increase the potential to save the lives of people around the world. Learn more about our oncology work here.

Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company that’s been making innovative medicines to help people with diabetes lead longer, healthier lives for over 100 years. This heritage has given us experience and capabilities that also enable us to drive change to help people defeat other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders. We remain steadfast in our conviction that the formula for lasting success is to stay focused, think long-term and do business in a financially, socially, and environmentally responsible way. With U.S. headquarters in New Jersey and production and research facilities in seven states, Novo Nordisk employs nearly 6,000 people throughout the country. For more information, visit novonordisk.us, Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter.