Speaking & Thought Leadership

Engaging, substantive presentations for healthcare leaders.

Both Dr. Wulkan and Dr. Walsh are experienced speakers who bring clinical depth, executive insight, and real-world perspective to conference stages, leadership forums, and professional development programs.

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Mark Wulkan, MD
Executive & Surgical Leadership
Keynote Topics
Leadership and Innovation in Surgery

How surgical leaders can drive meaningful clinical and organizational innovation — drawing on 25+ years of executive experience in academic pediatric surgery.

AI and the Future of Surgical Care

A practical framework for clinical and executive leaders navigating the adoption of artificial intelligence in surgical settings — what to embrace, what to question, and how to lead the transition.

From Surgeon to Executive: The Leadership Transition

What it actually takes to lead a surgical department, health system, or professional organization — and what the clinical training doesn't prepare you for.

Building High-Performance Surgical Teams

The structures, cultures, and practices that distinguish truly high-performing surgical programs from average ones — and how to build them intentionally.

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Stephanie Walsh, MD
Pediatric Health & Wellness
Keynote Topics
The State of Pediatric Obesity in America

An evidence-based overview of the pediatric obesity epidemic — its scope, its consequences, and what health systems, clinicians, and communities can actually do about it.

Building Wellness Programs That Stick

What makes pediatric health programs succeed or fail — and the practical design principles behind programs that achieve lasting outcomes at the individual, clinical, and population level.

Whole-Child Health: Integrating Behavioral and Physical Wellness

Why siloed approaches to pediatric care fall short — and how integrating behavioral health, physical wellness, and community support produces measurably better outcomes.

Provider Wellness and Preventing Burnout

A practical approach to building sustainable wellness programs for clinical staff — grounded in evidence, designed for real healthcare environments.

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We speak at hospital leadership forums, surgical conferences, professional society meetings, and executive development programs. Get in touch to discuss availability and topic customization.