Health Research: Ripe for Disruption

Topic 1: Health Research: Ripe for Disruption.

This talk will compare the status quo with new developments in crowdsourcing, e-patients, participatory medicine, clinical trial recruiting, citizen science, and more. You will hear about challenges, opportunities, and developments that show us what is possible.

Speaker: Greg Biggers, Chief Instigator & CEO of Genomera

A 20 year industry veteran with a track record commercializing innovation, Greg Biggers is combining the potential of faster medical research with activated consumers and Internet distribution. An Internet and software multiprenuer, he brings a fresh perspective to how we meet the health challenges of this decade and catalyze more healing for the world.

Topic 2: HIPAA Compliance DeMystified.

While HIPAA must be taken very seriously and is in fact a very big deal, HIPAA compliance is achievable. Learn more about HIPAA regulations specific to software vendors and corresponding Business Associates.

Speaker: Kate Schafer

Kate Schafer is a senior technology executive and independent consultant with more than 20 years experience spanning software engineering to senior management. Her expertise is in technology strategy, with an emphasis on Healthcare IT and regulatory compliance.

Kate most recently served as SVP of Engineering and HIPAA Compliance Officer at Epocrates, where she was responsible for leading mobile and web product development . As HIPAA Compliance Officer, Kate designed and implemented the internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure HIPAA compliance.

Kate’s credentials include Certified HIPAA Professional (CHP) and Certified Security Compliance Specialist (CSCS). She is a member of the Healthcare Compliance Association (HCCA) and the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA).