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2026

Insights. Innovation. Impact.

May 4-5, 2026  | Orlando, FL
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What is

Ascend is where the next frontier of value-based care takes shape.
Over two focused days, healthcare leaders, clinicians, and innovators chart new paths to deliver better patient outcomes, harness the power of AI in care delivery, and elevate performance across their organizations. Hear from pioneers steering the transformation of value-based care, gain practical strategies you can deploy right away, and connect with peers who are redefining what high-quality, data-driven care can be.

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About NAC

The Navina Advocate Community (NAC) unites innovative healthcare executives, clinical champions and operational masterminds to shape the future of value-based care. The exclusive peer network offers unique opportunities for education, networking, best practice sharing, and directly impacting Navina’s product.

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What to expect

Industry experts
Top-tier networking
Physician engagement
Real-world insights
VBC best practices
Product roadmap
Workflow efficiency
Breakout sessions
Care delivery
Wellness activities
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Featuring

Michael Barr, MD
Michael Barr, MD
President & Founder of MEDIS, LLC, Former EVP of NCQA
Gary Pilling
Gary Pilling
President of VBC Health Advisors
Meg FitzGerald
Practicing clinician, board member, and investor
Keith Fernandez
Chief Clinical Officer of Privia Health
Dr. Bhavana Vora, MD
Family Physician & Board Chair,
Summit Medical Group
Kim Lynch
CEO, Metis Health & Former SVP, Aledade
Ashish D. Parikh, MD
Chief Population Health Officer, Summit Health
And more
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Agenda

Monday — May 4, 2026
2:00-4:00pm
Arrival at hotel and check-in
4:00-5:00pm
Opening remarks
5:00-5:45pm
Networking cocktail hour and product exploration hall
5:45-6:30pm
Seizing the moment: The forces shaping health care in 2026
6:30-8:00pm
Dinner
8:00-9:00pm
Entertainment
Tuesday — May 5, 2026
7:00-8:00am
Morning wellness activity (optional)
8:00-9:00am
Breakfast
9:00-9:45am
Cutting through the noise: a practical policy brief for operators
9:45-10:45am
Reflecting on growth: Lessons from leading healthcare executives
10:45-11:15am
Coffee break
11:15-11:45pm
From insight to action: Navina's roadmap
11:45-12:15pm
What's new in Navina
12:15-1:30pm
Lunch
1:30-3:00pm
Breakout sessions: Operational deep dives and peer exchange

Track 1: Making VBC work financially and operationally

Track 2: From onboarding to adoption: Embedding AI into clinical workflows

3:00-3:30pm
Closing remarks
3:30pm
Depart
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FAQs

How do I join?

Due to high demand, registration for Ascend has closed. We are opening a waitlist, and those who would like to join will be informed if spots become available. Please complete this form to join the waitlist.
For any questions, reach out to your Navina point of contact or nac@navina.ai.

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Where is this taking place?

The summit will be held at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate in Orlando, FL.

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What’s the cost to attend?

The inaugural event is free for Navina’s Advocate Community! We will cover your registration, hotel accommodations, meals, and entertainment.

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Who should we send from our organization?

This event is for clinical champions and operational leaders responsible for driving value-based care outcomes and improving workflow efficiency.

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What if I can’t attend, but want my organization represented?

If you’re unable to join us in person, please reach out to nac@navina.ai or your CSM to discuss alternative representation from your organization.

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Can I nominate a healthcare leader to participate?

If you know someone who should join Ascend, please reach out to nac@navina.ai with their name, email, and title/organization.

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