Health Care Summit 2026
PRESENTED BY CHRISTINACARE
April 29, 2026 | University of Delaware STAR Campus
Presenting Sponsor
DATE
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
TIME
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
LOCATION
The Audion at the University of Delaware’s STAR Campus
100 Discovery Blvd
Newark, DE 19713
About the Event
Every spring, Spotlight Delaware hosts a summit on a single topic that’s vitally important to the state. This year, we’re bringing health care into the spotlight at our first ever Health Care Summit.
Join us to explore pressing health issues facing the First State, including access to care, securing a larger workforce, and improvement tactics being pursued by our largest health systems.
Hear from industry leaders, policy makers, care providers, and medical educators about how Delaware is moving forward to solve health challenges, and connect with like-minded colleagues to lay the groundwork for future collaboration.
Mark your calendars for what is sure to be a valuable day of discussion, connection, and thought leadership.
Early Bird Pricing
Enjoy Early Bird ticket pricing now through April 22!
Agenda
Health Care Summit 2026
9am – 9:30am
Check-in & Breakfast
9:30am – 9:50am
Welcome Comments
9:50am – 10:50am
Access to Specialty Care
Sponsored by Nemours Children’s Health
With Delaware’s rapidly growing population, there is a rapidly growing demand for specialty medical care. What is the current status for accessing care like OB/GYN, neurology, and pediatrics – and what potential solutions are there to alleviate the shortages?
10:50am – 11:10am
Break
11:10am – 12:10pm
The Downstate Demand
Sponsored by Delaware Health Information Network
The health care challenges facing the state are multiplied in rural areas, due to geographically remote populations and fewer care facilities. What are providers and advocates doing to navigate the difficulties confronting downstate communities?
12:10am – 1:10pm
Lunch
12:40pm – 1:10pm
Lunch Chat: An Update on the Opioid Fund
In 2025, Delaware’s Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution Commission revised its funding procedures. Commission Executive Director Brad Owens shares how the changes have impacted current grant applications and how funds have been assisting substance abuse victims.
1:10pm – 2:10pm
Hospital Leadership Panel
Sponsored by Highmark
C-Suite representatives from Delaware’s three largest health care systems – Bayhealth, Beebe Healthcare and ChristianaCare – discuss how their institutions are working to address the largest health challenges in the state.
2:10pm – 2:30pm
Break
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Delaware’s Medical School: The Path Forward
Delaware’s success obtaining funds from the federal Rural Health Transformation Fund has opened the door to creating the state’s first medical school. How would a medical school improve health care in Delaware, and what are the obstacles to getting a school off the ground?
3:30pm
Closing Comments
Thank you to our sponsors
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Sponsorship
The Health Care Summit offers a number of ways you can put your brand and message in front of an influential and engaged audience.
For sponsorship inquiries, contact Avie Silver at asilver@spotlightdelaware.org.
Download our sponsorship flyer for more detailed information.
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