Join Us | November 12-14th
Northern New England MedTech Conference
The most collaborative healthcare conference, where technology meets clinicians, payers, and patients to advance health and wellness – back for its 5th year.
WEDNESDAY
11.12.25 | 12PM – 6PM
Day 1
12:00 PM
Registration Opens
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Expert Office Hours
Snag a focused 10-minute 1:1 with top regulatory, legal, clinical, and go-to-market advisors ready to pressure-test your plan or answer your hardest questions.
2:30 PM–4:00 PM
Innovation Showcase
Earliest Ventures Take the Stage
The conference opens with a curated exhibition for undergraduate & graduate students, labs, and new founders with early-stage concepts (<$100K raised). Exhibits use the Business Model Canvas format and are presented to the conference audience of clinicians, founders, technologists, investors, and industry leaders.
Participants have the opportunity to earn four unique awards:
1. Most Ready for Funding
2. Highest Clinical Impact
3. Most Innovative Technology
4. Most Applicable to Rural Healthcare
4:30 PM–4:30 PM
Regional Keynote
A special address bridging student innovators and startup founders, setting the tone for the days ahead.
4:30 PM–6:00 PM
Pitch Competition
2025 MedTech Collaborative Cohort
The MedTech Collaborative Pitch Competition is your chance to showcase your health innovation in front of investors, partners, and press, and walk away with valuable feedback, visibility, and momentum. Finalists’ pitches will consist of a 5 minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A from judges.
November 12, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM
Pitch Competition
2025 MedTech Collaborative Cohort
The MedTech Collaborative Pitch Competition is your chance to showcase your health innovation in front of investors, partners, and press, and walk away with valuable feedback, visibility, and momentum. Finalists’ pitches will consist of a 5 minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A from judges.
6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Reception
Celebrate with an evening of conversation, connection, and refreshments. Open to all attendees.
THURSDAY
11.14.2025 | 8AM – 6PM
THURSDAY
11.14.2025 | 8AM – 6PM
Day 2
Day 2
Future of Care Conversations
Future of Care Conversations
8:00 AM
Opening Address and Introductions
8:15 AM–9:00 AM
Federal Flux: Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Medical Innovation Funding
The funding landscape for healthcare innovation is rapidly evolving. With shifting priorities at agencies like NIH and DoD, growing involvement from family foundations, tariff-related headwinds, and increased scrutiny from private funders. See Full Session Details ›
9:00 AM–9:45 AM
Place-Based Solutions: Healthcare Technology Addressing Rural Challenges
As rural communities grapple with diminishing access to acute care, a surprising coalition of tech and retail leaders is rising to meet the challenge. Large corporations like Best Buy Health, Amazon, CVS, and more are reshaping…› See Full Session Details ›
9:45 AM–10:00 AM
HealthTech Hustle: Revenue Models That Work
Innovative health solutions don’t sell themselves, especially in today’s evolving and complex reimbursement environment. Whether you’re approaching hospital systems, adapting to changes in Medicare Advantage…› See Full Session Details ›
10:45 AM–11:30 AM
Hospital at Home: Changes in Chronic & Long-Term Care
The next frontier of chronic care is happening at home. Advances in technology are enabling treatments once reserved for hospital settings to move into the living room. From mobile imaging units and home infusion therapies to remote patient monitoring, telehealth, and AI-enabled diagnostics…› See Full Session Details ›
November 13, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM
The AI Diagnosis Dilemma: Innovation Meets Skepticism
From reading scans to analyzing skin lesions, AI is rapidly emerging as a diagnostic tool, but can it be trusted? This session features a structured point-counterpoint discussion…› See Full Session Details ›
3:15 PM–4:00 PM
Data-Driven Care: Playing to Win with Healthcare Analytics
Data is only powerful if it’s put to work, and across the country, healthcare innovators are proving what’s possible. This session explores real-world examples of how longitudinal patient data…›
4:00 PM–4:45 PM
Future-Proof: How Technology Will Enable Resilience in Healthcare
From pandemics to workforce strain, tomorrow’s challenges will test healthcare systems in ways we can’t fully predict. This forward-looking session explores what it takes to build true resilience….›
5:00 PM–6:00 PM
Roux Institute Venture Showcase
Hear from Northeastern’s Roux Institute Future of Healthcare Founder Residency companies transforming healthcare innovation, featuring rapid-fire pitches from fundable founders demonstrating real market traction.
FRIDAY
11.14.2025 | 8AM – 12PM
Day 3
8:00AM
Breakfast & IdeaJam Kickoff
8:30 AM–12:00 PM
IdeaJam
(Prompt Debuts at Conference)
The Idea Jam is an interactive, rapid-fire session where innovators, clinicians, and entrepreneurs pressure-test emerging challenges at the frontier of healthtech.
You’ll need to attend to know what we’re solving, but here is an idea to get you thinking:
From the FDA’s evolving stance on consumer wearables like Whoop, to the 2026 CMS fee schedule for remote monitoring, to interoperability, compliance, and nutrition, there is a shifting boundary between wellness and regulated medical devices. With everyone wearing a sensor in the near future, how do we unlock proactive healthcare while navigating regulatory, reimbursement, business, and technical hurdles?
Join the Leaders Shaping Tomorrow’s Healthcare
November 13, 8:15 AM–9:00 AM
Federal Flux: Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Medical Innovation Funding
The funding landscape for healthcare innovation is rapidly evolving. With shifting priorities at agencies like NIH and DoD, growing involvement from family foundations, tariff-related headwinds, and increased scrutiny from private funders, securing the right capital has never been more complex. This session explores how innovators are responding to these changes—adjusting strategies, reassessing risk, and identifying the best-fit funding partners. Whether you’re pursuing federal grants, non-dilutive funding, or private investment, you’ll gain timely insights for making smart financial decisions in today’s healthcare economy.
John Hession
Moderator
Hub Angels
John Hession is tentatively confirmed as moderator. He brings extensive experience in venture funding, innovation, and startup growth.
Melissa Merkel
Center for Rural Innovation
Melissa Merkel is confirmed as a speaker representing the Center for Rural Innovation, where she supports initiatives to strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship in rural communities.
Karen West
Maine Technology Institute TAP
Allyson contact: Karen West (or Suzanne Hamlin) from the Maine Technology Institute’s Technical Assistance Program will participate in this panel. Bio to be confirmed.
Jim Strickland
Director of Commercialization
Roux Institute
Jim Strickland, formerly with MDI, is now the Director of Commercialization at the Roux Institute. He brings expertise in advancing early-stage innovation toward market readiness.
November 13, 9:00 AM–9:45 AM
Place-Based Solutions: Healthcare Technology Addressing Rural Challenges
As rural communities grapple with diminishing access to acute care, a surprising coalition of tech and retail leaders is rising to meet the challenge. Large corporations like Best Buy Health, Amazon, CVS, and more are reshaping how care is delivered, national Urgent Care Centers are competing with local healthcare providers, and numerous innovators are tackling accessibility issues — bringing healthcare to the doorstep of those who need it most. In this session, we explore place-based solutions designed to meet acute care needs in underserved regions. Join us for a deep dive into what’s driving this shift, how major players are deploying technology and physical infrastructure, and what it means for the future of rural health.
Marie Vienneau
Sr. VP and Regional President
Northern Light Health
Marie Vienneau is the Senior Vice President and Regional President of Northern Light Health Mercy Hospital.
A Registered Nurse by training, she has over 30 years of experience leading rural hospitals, including 20 years as CEO and President of critical access facilities.
She has spearheaded major initiatives such as hospital construction, service transitions, and expanding access to preventative care.
Marie is a longtime advocate for rural healthcare and community collaboration.
Rahul Vanjani
Healthcare Leader
Rahul Vanjani brings experience in healthcare strategy, operations, and leadership.
He has been involved in initiatives that bridge care delivery, innovation, and health systems improvement.
His background spans clinical, academic, and business environments, positioning him at the intersection of health and technology.
Michael Balsam
Executive
Cecelia Health
Michael Balsam is an executive at Cecelia Health, working to transform chronic disease management through digital health solutions and virtual care.
He has extensive experience in scaling health organizations and enabling patient-centered innovation.
November 13, 9:45 AM–10:00 AM
HealthTech Hustle: Revenue Models That Work
Innovative health solutions don’t sell themselves, especially in today’s evolving and complex reimbursement environment. Whether you’re approaching hospital systems, adapting to changes in Medicare Advantage, or exploring direct-to-consumer models, your revenue strategy needs to reflect current market realities. This session explores how companies are navigating payment dynamics, what’s working in real-world scenarios, and how to align offerings with what payers, providers, and patients are actually willing to support. You’ll gain practical insights into the current dynamics and the strategies driving sustainable growth.
John Konsin
Principal Founder & CEO
Prapela, Inc.
John Konsin has over 45 years of experience commercializing medical technology innovations to improve human health.
As Principal Founder and CEO of Prapela, he led development of the Prapela SVS hospital bassinet pad, the first FDA-authorized vibrational therapeutic pad for infants.
Previously, John held leadership roles at five of the Top 25 Global Medical Device companies, helping launch over 100 products and generating $5.4 billion in revenue.
Tim McCarthy
VP, U.S. Operations
Theranica
Tim McCarthy leads U.S. operations at Theranica, a digital therapeutics company pioneering non-invasive migraine treatments.
He brings deep expertise in medical device commercialization and strategic market growth.
Owen McCarthy
Co-Founder & President
MedRhythms
Owen McCarthy is Co-Founder and President of MedRhythms, a digital therapeutics company harnessing the power of music and neuroscience to improve walking and mobility for people with neurological injuries and diseases.
Troy Trejo
Innovation Leader
MaineHealth
Troy Trejo drives healthcare innovation at MaineHealth, focusing on new models of care delivery and technology adoption to improve patient outcomes across the region.
Rodney Erb
President & CEO
TAG, Inc.
Rodney Erb is President and CEO of TAG, Inc., bringing years of expertise in engineering and manufacturing solutions for the medical technology industry.
November 13, 10:45 AM–11:30 AM
Hospital at Home: Changes in Chronic & Long-Term Care
The next frontier of chronic care is happening at home. Advances in technology are enabling treatments once reserved for hospital settings to move into the living room. From mobile imaging units and home infusion therapies to remote patient monitoring, telehealth, and AI-enabled diagnostics, care is becoming more decentralized and accessible. Hospital-grade interventions are being reimagined through portable devices, while pharmacies and home health providers are evolving to support this shift. This session will explore the expanding ecosystem of hospital-at-home care, the technologies making it possible, and the challenges and opportunities of delivering high-acuity care where people live.
Todd Haedrich
Moderator
CEO, LIO
Todd Haedrich is the confirmed moderator for this session. He is the CEO of Lio Health, a global leader in contactless patient monitoring and digital rounding for behavioral health.
He previously served as CEO of Optimize Health, where he led rapid growth that tripled revenue, earned a spot on the Inc. 5000, and secured multiple funding rounds.
With more than two decades in healthcare technology, Todd has also held leadership roles at Covetrus and athenahealth, following early success as a software entrepreneur and investor.
Alex Arevalos, PhD
Panelist
UBiosis
Alex Arevalos is a co-founder at UBiosis, an AI-driven platform focused on improving chronic GI condition follow-up through chatbot technology.
His work integrates artificial intelligence with clinical care pathways to enhance patient engagement and long-term outcomes.
November 13, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM
The AI Diagnosis Dilemma: Innovation Meets Skepticism
From reading scans to analyzing skin lesions, AI is rapidly emerging as a diagnostic tool, but can it be trusted? This session features a structured point-counterpoint discussion exploring the promise and pitfalls of AI in clinical decision-making. We’ll examine current use cases across specialties like radiology, oncology, and dermatology, while unpacking the regulatory, ethical, and cultural challenges that come with algorithm-driven diagnostics. As AI moves deeper into care delivery, the debate continues: How much trust is too much, and who gets to decide?
Ilsa Webeck (Moderator)
MedTech Leader
Ilsa Webeck is an experienced leader in the MedTech sector, guiding organizations through product development, market strategy, and innovation.
She is a frequent moderator and advisor, facilitating conversations that connect startups, clinicians, and investors.
Cheryl Ball
Lantheus
Cheryl Ball brings leadership experience from Lantheus, where she contributes to advancing diagnostics and therapeutics.
Her background includes driving organizational strategy, operational excellence, and collaboration within the life sciences sector.
Sam Scarpino
Network Science Institute, Northeastern University
Sam Scarpino is a leader at Northeastern University’s Network Science Institute and the AI + Life Sciences initiative.
His work focuses on epidemiology, computational modeling, and leveraging data science to improve public health decision-making and innovation.
Jennifer Monti, PhD
Healthcare Innovator
Jennifer Monti, PhD, has expertise in healthcare innovation, research, and clinical strategy.
She contributes to efforts bridging medicine, technology, and patient-centered solutions to improve care delivery and outcomes.
November 13, 3:15 PM–4:00 PM
Data-Driven Care: Playing to Win with Healthcare Analytics
Data is only powerful if it’s put to work, and across the country, healthcare innovators are proving what’s possible. This session explores real-world examples of how longitudinal patient data, advanced analytics, and modern platforms are transforming care delivery. From improving individual outcomes to enabling more personalized, proactive models of care, we’ll look at how data is being used to drive smarter decisions and more efficient systems. Whether you’re navigating massive datasets or rethinking patient engagement strategies, this session offers actionable insights into what data-driven care looks like in practice
Ken Shapiro
Apricot
Ken Shapiro represents Apricot, bringing experience in health technology and commercialization.
His work spans strategy, innovation, and partnerships to advance healthcare solutions.
Prashant Mittal
Director of Professional Programs & Professor
Roux Institute, Northeastern University
Prashant Mittal is Director of professional programs and professor of AI and Analytics at the Roux Institute of Northeastern University.
He formerly led data science teams at Lincoln Financial Group and directed the Analytics and Data Science program at the University of New Hampshire.
With over two decades of teaching and a strong research background in healthcare, he integrates expertise in AI, biostatistics, and data science to improve public health and education.
Kate Ahrens
OnPoint Health Data
Kate Ahrens is a leader at OnPoint Health Data, focusing on leveraging data to inform health policy, care delivery, and research.
Her work emphasizes using analytics to improve outcomes, guide decision-making, and support population health initiatives.
November 13, 4:00 PM–4:45 PM
Future-Proof: How Technology Will Enable Resilience in Healthcare
From pandemics to workforce strain, tomorrow’s challenges will test healthcare systems in ways we can’t fully predict. This forward-looking session explores what it takes to build true resilience in healthcare: from identifying emerging risks to designing systems that can adapt and endure. We’ll examine the signals worth watching, the structural shifts already underway, and the human-centered strategies that can help organizations prepare for uncertainty, respond to disruption, and lead through change.
Sue Mooney
Healthcare Leader
Sue Mooney is a confirmed speaker with deep experience in healthcare leadership and clinical transformation.
Her background includes guiding health systems through innovation, improving patient outcomes, and advancing organizational strategy.
She brings a strong track record of leading collaborative efforts across providers, patients, and communities.
Paul Bolin
Northern Light Health
Paul Bolin is a senior leader at Northern Light Health, contributing expertise in health system operations and strategy.
His work supports advancing patient care, organizational development, and healthcare delivery across Maine.
He plays an active role in strengthening innovation and collaboration within regional healthcare networks.