Women’s HealthX 2026

Women’s HealthX is where the transformation of women’s health begins at its true foundation: data, science, and evidence.

It’s a leading event dedicated to closing the sex difference data gap and accelerating breakthroughs through science driven, real world case studies.

Taking place on December 3 to 4, 2026 in Boston, USA, the exhibition will bring together more than 750 health care leaders, including clinicians, payers, employers, investors, and policymakers. From fertility, maternity, menopause and chronic disease, we address care at every stage of a woman’s life.

Hear from SWHR! Chief Advocacy Officer Lindsey Miltenberger is speaking on day two of the event at the panel “Driving Inclusive Health Research on a Global Scale: Using Data to Understand National Priorities and Address Critical Gaps in Women’s Health.”

Event speakers include:

• Kaveeta Vasisht, Associate Commissioner for Women’s Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
• Padma Lakshmi, Co-founder, Endometriosis Foundation of America
• Michael Annichine, CEO, Magee-Women’s Research Institute & Foundation
• Lynn Mason, CEO, IVI RMA
• Mary Stutts, CEO, HBA
• Lindsey Miltenberger, MA, Chief Advocacy Officer, Society for Women’s Health Research
• Melissa Patel, Lead, Women’s Health Responsible Investing, World Economic Forum
• Andrea Willis, SVP, Chief Medical Officer, BCBST
• Nicola Greenway, Chief Human Resources Officer, Takeda
• Catherine Gaffigan, President, Health Solutions, Elevance Health
• Tamara Smith, National Vice President, Humana
• Sheri Schully, Deputy Chief Medical and Scientific Officer, All of Us Research Program
• Elizabeth Patton, Deputy Director, Reproductive Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
• Jyoti Mehra, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Gilead
• Amy Kao, SVP, Head of Research Unit – Neuroscience & Immunology, EMD Serono
• Joanne Armstrong, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Women’s Health and Genomics, CVS Health
• Carlos Roberts, Vice President/Chief Medical Officer, Women’s & Children’s Serviceline, WellSpan Health
• Erica Smith, Vice President, Value & Market Access, US, Chiesi
• Sherene Min, VP, Head of Global Clinical Development, ViiV Healthcare
• Catherine Blanchette, VP, Head of Digital Strategic Growth & Partnerships, Sanofi
• Fiona Marshall, President, Biomedical Research, Novartis
• Alan Penzias, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. Director, Fellowship Program in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
• Emily Lau, Co-Director, Women’s Heart Health Program, Mass General Brigham
• Gabe Smolarz, Vice President & Medical Advisor US Medical Affairs, Zealand Pharma
• Lauren Powell, Head, Health Equity & Clinical Innovation, Drug Development, Biogen
• Kimberly Rosen, Executive Director, Clinical Development & Operations, Organon
• Tracy Sims, Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, Cardiometabolic Health, Eli Lilly
• Deanna King, Senior Director, Global Development BioPharma, Astellas
• Laurie Myers, Senior Director, Health Literacy Strategy & Innovation, Merck & Co
• Eren Watkins, Director, R&D Chief of Staff, Organon

Attendees will benefit from:

• 750+ Industry Innovators
• 150+ Trailblazers
• 125+ Payers & Providers
• 60+ Solution Providers
• 7 Stages of Content

Key Topics

• Evidence, Data and Innovation
• Fertility and Reproductive Health
• Menopause and Healthy Aging
• Maternity and Maternal Care
• Sexual Health and Wellness
• Cognitive Health and Wellness
• Chronic Disease Management

Career Zone – Lead the Future of Women’s Health: The demand for women’s health specialists is growing and the fastest career growth is for those who combine clinical expertise with AI, data, and research skills.

Two Days. Two Pathways. Endless Opportunities:

• Day 1: Hands-on Masterclasses in AI literacy, Data Analytics, and Research, equipping you to drive clinical innovation and data-informed health care.
• Day 2: Connect with post-grad students, top universities, and research centers to explore advanced degrees, share research, and build your professional network.

Start-up Zone: Alongside the sessions, the Women’s HealthX Startup Zone connects high-potential early-stage women’s health startups with venture capital firms, strategic investors, accelerators, and commercialization partners.

Sitting at the intersection of clinical care, life sciences, digital health, and consumer wellness, this space fast-tracks connections, funding, and real-world adoption for women’s health founders.

Interactive HealthXpo Floor: The exhibition will showcase a dynamic series of live demonstrations, interactive labs, and hands-on clinical showcases highlighting the technologies redefining modern health care.

From intelligent diagnostics to personalized digital care, these featured experience zones are designed for professionals, innovators, and decision-makers eager to explore what’s next.

Expo Times: 3 December 2026 – 08:30 to 18:30 and 4 December 2026 – 09:00 to 15:30

Hosts believe in equitable health care. That is why attendance is free for everyone within the health care ecosystem. Register your place now!

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