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DHN City Meetup Ahmedabad 2026 brought together healthcare leaders, hospital executives, technology innovators and policymakers to explore how AI, digital transformation and connected care are shaping the future of healthcare. The event featured expert discussions, HealthTech innovation showcases and opportunities for industry collaboration.
Held on 22 August 2026 at Pride Plaza Hotel, Ahmedabad, brought together healthcare leaders, hospital executives, policymakers, technology innovators, investors and industry stakeholders to discuss the future of digital healthcare in India.
Under the theme “The Digital Health Decade: Gujarat's Moment to Lead,” the event focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence, connected hospital systems, digital infrastructure and data-driven healthcare solutions in transforming healthcare delivery.
The event featured leadership panel discussions, HealthTech innovation showcases, expert presentations and networking opportunities, highlighting practical approaches to improving hospital operations, strengthening patient engagement and enabling more connected healthcare experiences.
A key discussion, “The AI-Enabled Hospital: From Strategy to Sustainable Impact,” featured Asit Vidyarthi, Co-Founder & CEO of Prodoc AI, alongside senior healthcare leaders. The panel explored how hospitals can move from AI strategies towards practical implementation, measurable outcomes and sustainable digital transformation.
The meetup also provided a platform for healthcare organisations, HealthTech companies and industry leaders to exchange insights, explore emerging technologies and build meaningful partnerships to accelerate digital health adoption across Gujarat and beyond.
Agenda
- 1Leadership Panel 1: The Connected Hospital: Building the Digital Backbone for the Next Decade
- 2Leadership Panel 2: The AI-Enabled Hospital: From Strategy to Sustainable Impact
- 3Leadership Panel 3: Beyond the Hospital: Connecting Healthcare, Pharma and MedTech
- 4Fireside Conversation: The CEO's Agenda for the Intelligent Hospital: Digital, AI and Sustainable Growth
Speakers
- Dr. Manesh Agarwal - Group CEO, LJ Multispeciality Hospitals
- Dr. Mehul Panchal - CEO, Lilavati Hospital
- Hemant Bhatnagar - Director, Narayana Hospital, Ahmedabad
- Neha Lal - AVP & Head, Strategy & Operations, Adani Healthcare
- Dr. Chintan Dwivedi - CAO, Krishna Shalby Hospital
- Dr. Vipul Nimavat - COO, Aashka Hospitals