2026 Digital Health Symposium

2026 Digital Health Symposium: Reimagining Care Through Interactive Technologies

Join us for the 2026 Digital Health Symposium hosted by Nationwide Children's Hospital. This one-day event focuses on how people leverage interactive digital health technologies to innovate in clinical research, clinical care, education, and more - ultimately improving patient experience and outcomes. The symposium highlights the design, development, and impact evaluation of novel, interactive digital health solutions ranging from mobile and web applications and chatbots to highly immersive extended reality (XR) applications. 

This event brings together clinicians, researchers, designers, technologists, and industry partners to explore how thoughtfully designed digital tools can improve care delivery, care adherence, patient experience, and health outcomes. Attendees will gain practical insights into real-world implementations, research findings, and best practices for integrating digital health technologies into clinical and operational workflows.

We are honored to welcome Dr. Kimberly Hieftje (Yale School of Medicine, USA) as our 2026 keynote speaker. Additional featured speakers will represent leading academic, clinical, and industry institutions. 

Topics will include:

• User experience, engagement, and human-centered design in digital health 

• Novel development and applications of interactive and immersive technologies 

• Real-world digital health technology implementation considerations and strategies 

• Impact capture and evaluation frameworks and methodologies 

The day will also feature a main-stage abstract session and interactive exhibits, offering hands-on opportunities to explore digital health tools, share research and use cases, and connect with peers across disciplines. 

Whether you are developing, implementing, studying, or exploring digital health technologies, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute to a growing community focused on meaningful user-technology interaction in health care. 

AGENDA 

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of digital health. The symposium will bring together thought leaders, innovators, and practitioners to explore emerging trends, share real-world insights, and spark meaningful collaborations.

While our full agenda is still taking shape, attendees can expect engaging presentations, cutting-edge perspectives, and valuable networking opportunities with peers across the industry. Secure your spot now to ensure you don’t miss this forward-thinking event.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected] 

Nationwide Children's Hospital reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
Nationwide Children's Hospital is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nationwide Children's Hospital adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Member Information

Role in activity

Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)

Susie Breitenstein, PhD, RN, FAAN
Professor, College of Nursing, Senior Associate Dean for Research
The Ohio State University , OH

Faculty

Anthony Faiola, PhD

Faculty

Kimberly Hieftje , PhD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Yale School of Medicine
Guilford, CT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Omari Hitson, Other
JP Morgan Chase, XR Product Design
Columbus, OH

Faculty

Kevin Hommel, PhD
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, USA
Cincinnati, OH

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Yungui Huang, PhD, MBA
Director of IT Research and Innovation
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Upper Arlingon, OH

Faculty

Ann McAlearney , MS, ScD
, OH

Faculty

Jeremy Nelson , BS
Chief Technology Officer
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Faculty

Micah A Skeens, PhD
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Chillicothe, OH

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Henry Xiang, PhD, MD, MPH, MBA
Professor of Medicine and Director of Center for Pediatric Trauma Research
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Upper Arlington, OH

Faculty

Xu Zhang, PhD, PMP
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, OH

Faculty

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

On behalf of Nationwide Children's Hospital, we invite you to exhibit on September 23, 2026 at the 2026 Extended Reality (XR) Symposium.  This one-day event is dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of extended reality (XR) in research and healthcare. This year’s symposium will bring together clinicians, researchers, educators, developers, and innovators from across the United States and beyond to share cutting-edge projects, foster collaboration, and inspire the future of immersive technology in pediatric and clinical settings. If you are interested in joining us, please complete the 3-STEP REGISTRATION process listed below.

Step 1: Click "Exhibitor" and then "Exhibit at this Event" and it you will be lead through the registration and payment process.

Step 2: Pay online or send a check to the address listed on the next step (the exhibitor agreement).

Step 3: Once step 1 is complete, please download this exhibitor agreement to complete the registration process and confirm your participation. Once it is filled out and the last page is signed, please email it to [email protected]

** Note: Exhibitors will be accepted on a first come first serve basis, with all of the registration steps completed. 

If you would like, please click here to virtually view our Conference Center space.