On October 4th, the S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Breakfast Symposium stage will host a conversation that could only happen here — one that blends lived experience, visionary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to equity in healthcare.
Meet the voices you’ll hear:
Panelist & Keynote Speaker
Dr. Walter D. Conwell
President, TruLite Health
Our keynote speaker, Dr. Conwell is a nationally recognized leader in health equity, bridging the worlds of medicine, innovation, and community impact. From critical care to technology platforms that close health gaps, his work is reshaping the healthcare landscape.
Moderator
Dr. William A. McDade,
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, ACGME & Treasurer & Director, CPASS Foundation
A board-certified anesthesiologist, educator, and advocate, Dr. McDade has held leadership roles at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and the Ochsner Health System in New Orleans. His distinguished career stands as a testament to excellence in medicine and service, earning him numerous awards for diversity, community engagement, and clinical excellence.
Panelists
Dr. Monica Vela
Tenured Professor of Medicine & Director, Hispanic Center of Excellence, UIC Medical School
A leader in medical education and a champion for diversity in the physician workforce, Dr. Vela’s work has influenced policy, inspired future physicians, and been published in the most respected medical journals in the world.
José R. Sánchez
President & CEO, Humboldt Park Health
Chicago’s only Latino hospital CEO, Mr. Sánchez has led transformative initiatives in community health, earning national recognition for advancing health equity. Under his leadership, HPH became the first hospital in the Midwest to achieve Health Equity Certification from The Joint Commission.
