The stakes for academic medicine have never been higher. Shifts in federal and state policy—spanning workforce funding, student aid, immigration, Medicaid, and the growing role of AI in health care—are reshaping the landscape institutions navigate every day. The Advocacy and the Current Policy Environment program track brings together institutional leaders, government relations professionals, clinicians, educators, and policy advocates united by a shared commitment to protecting the missions of academic health systems and the communities they serve.

This curated track highlights strategies to understand and respond to the rapidly evolving regulatory and legislative environment, make the case for policies that support the health workforce, and translate advocacy into meaningful, lasting impact. By following this track, attendees will engage with timely analysis, practical advocacy tools, and cross-sector perspectives—leaving equipped to amplify their voice, protect their institutions, and drive change at the federal, state, and local levels. 

10:15-11:15 a.m.

1:15-2:15 p.m.

3-4 p.m.

1:15-2:15 p.m.

3-4 p.m.

4:30-5:30 p.m. 

1:15-2:15 p.m.

1:15-2:15 p.m.

3-4 p.m.

4:30-5:30 p.m.