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8th Annual MCW Health Sciences Summit | February 2–5, 2026
Location: Hybrid (most sessions via Zoom with in-person social networking events on each campus; links will be sent one week prior to the conference)
2026 Summit Theme: Rooted in Purpose, Growing Toward Impact
Don’t miss the 8th edition of MCW’s annual Health Sciences Summit (HSS)! This event provides career and professional development opportunities relevant to every student and trainee. Join us to envision your future, build your professional identity, and network with key stakeholders in the MCW community.
The Summit features sessions for all students and postdoctoral fellows, with specialized sessions tailored to different fields of study. Designed by a student and postdoc planning committee, this event truly embodies the spirit of the MCW community.
General Session Highlights
AI & Healthcare: Shaping the Future of Medicine Together
Speaker: Ankur Chugh, MD | Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMIO) of Artificial Intelligence at Children's Wisconsin, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing medicine—from powering breakthroughs in biomedical research to transforming the way clinicians make decisions and care for patients. This dynamic session will dive into real-world applications of AI, explore the ethical challenges we must confront, and spotlight exciting career and research opportunities at the intersection of technology and health. Whether you’re an MD, PharmD, graduate student, or postdoc, join us to see how you can help shape the future of healthcare with AI.
Wellness Drop-In Hour
Hosted by MCW Office of Student Health & Wellness
Take a break and recharge at our wellness drop-in event! Stop by anytime between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to relax with friendly therapy dogs, de-stress, and enjoy our “Brain Break” tables filled with coloring, crafts, and other fun, low-pressure activities. Whether you need a moment of calm or quick reset between classes, this is your space to unwind and feel refreshed.
Navigating Freedom of Expression at MCW
Speakers:
- Chris Knight, MA – Student Service Program Manager, MCW Central Wisconsin
- Logan Elkin, 5th year Graduate Student
- Paul Harker-Murray, MD, PhD – Medical Director, Clinical Trials Office; Pediatric Cancer Specialist, Children’s Wisconsin; Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin
Understand the principles of freedom of expression, potential limitations, the challenges of self-censorship and nuances that face our learners and postdocs through real-world scenarios.
Navigating the Scholarly Publishing Landscape in the Health Sciences
Speaker: Ashley Zeidler, MLIS | Scholarly Communications Librarian, MCW
Join MCW Libraries for an informative session designed to strengthen your research and publishing skills. Get practical tips on discovering and accessing relevant biomedical literature utilizing MCW Libraries’ electronic resources. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the scholarly publishing landscape, journal selection, and what you need to know as an author.
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