Pediatric and Maternal Innovation Showcase

March 17, 2025

Step into the future of health care at the eighth annual Stanford Medicine Pediatric and Maternal Innovation Showcase, on the Stanford University campus.

This event will feature the UCSF-Stanford Pediatric Device Consortium Pitch Competition and thought-provoking discussions of collaborative innovation and artificial intelligence—from the ask to execution.

Highlights of the agenda

AI in Pediatric Start-Ups: Insights, Pitfalls, and Best Practices—Attend a panel exploring the transformative potential of AI in pediatric start-ups, where industry leaders will share vital insights, common pitfalls, and best practices to navigate the pediatric landscape effectively.

Equity in Innovation—Hear from Stanford Medicine Children’s Health’s inaugural Chief Health Equity Officer, Ndidi Unaka, MD, as she explores the importance of inclusive practices in innovation to ensure that diverse voices and perspectives are represented, leading to more effective and universally beneficial solutions.

Closing the Gap: Driving Equity in Digital Health for Children and Families—This panel will explore challenges and opportunities in implementing digital health solutions tailored for children and their caregivers. We will delve into the pivotal role of family units in health care, the importance of a life-course perspective in pediatric health, and collaborative strategies to ensure equitable access to digital resources for all communities.

UCSF-Stanford Pediatric Device Consortium Pitch Competition—Contestants will showcase groundbreaking pediatric solutions with the potential to revolutionize care. These innovations will be assessed on their effectiveness in addressing pressing clinical needs, their technical feasibility, and their value to key stakeholders in the health care ecosystem.

Networking: End the day by attending our Innovation Networking Happy Hour in the lobby of Li Ka Shing Center for Learning and Knowledge.