Meet our keynote speaker: 2026 AMA State Advocacy Summit
The 2026 AMA State Advocacy Summit is fast approaching—Jan. 8-10 at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The room block closes on Dec. 16 (or sooner if sold out).
Keynote speaker
The 2026 keynote speaker will be David Fajgenbaum, MD, MBA, MSc. Dr. Fajgenbaum, a physician-scientist, bestselling author, and co-founder of Every Cure, will bring his unique perspective as both a ground-breaking researcher and a patient advocate. Drawing on his own experience of surviving a life-threatening disease through medical innovation and relentless collaboration, Dr. Fajgenbaum will explore how the convergence of scientific discovery, artificial intelligence and cross-sector partnerships is reshaping the future of patient care.
Conference agenda
The 2026 Summit’s content will focus on high priority state health care issues, such as implementing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, protecting Medicaid, combatting harmful payer practices, preserving physician-led team-based care, prioritizing physician wellness—and more.
Stay tuned for the full agenda—and view the draft meeting schedule to help plan your travels.
Reserve your spot: Register now and book your room.
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