Innovations in Research and Ethics
PLEASE NOTE
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email.
You will then receive an invite email with an access link to the Conference on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
Please join us at the 2025 Adventist HealthCare Research & Ethics Conference: Innovations in Research and Ethics. Our expert speakers will explore the latest breakthroughs in cardiac care, non-pharmaceutical multiple sclerosis treatment, and considerations of AI in healthcare. This virtual event also features a student-led research spotlight and discussions on the evolving role of ethics in healthcare innovation.
Conference Format
Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Who Should Attend?
This conference is intended for individuals interested in learning more about the latest research in cardiac care, non-pharmaceutical multiple sclerosis treatment, and the use of AI in healthcare.
Featured Speakers
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Dr. Alvin L. Reaves, III, M.D., S.M., FACP, FAAHPM
Palliative Medicine Physician
US Acute Care Solutions at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
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Dr. Sri Sundaram, MD, FHRS, FACC
Electrophysiologist Director
AdventHealth Rocky Mountain
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Dr. Jeffrey Schmidt, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS
Licensed Physical Therapist, Board-Certified Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy; Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist
AdventHealth
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Dr. Ethan C. Hill, PhD, CSCS, EP
Assistant Professor, School of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences; Director, Strategies for Therapeutic Rehabilitation and Optimization of Neuromuscular Growth Laboratory
University of Central Florida
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Victor Ramos, RN
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Adventist HealthCare
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Dr. Marissa Punturiero, DNP, BSN, RN
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Adventist HealthCare
Schedule
| 9:00 – 9:05 a.m. |
Welcome
Brittany Anderson, MS, Research and Ethics Manager |
| 9:05 – 9:15 a.m. |
Devotional
Ann Roda, Vice President, Mission Integration & Spiritual Care |
| 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. |
Session 1 - Ethical Considerations and Unintended Consequences of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare
Dr. Alvin Reaves |
| 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. |
Session 2 - Advancements in Pacemakers
Dr. Sri Sundaram |
| 10:45 – 11:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. |
Session 3 - Advancements in Multiple Sclerosis Treatments
Dr. Jeffrey Schmidt & Dr. Ethan C. Hill |
| 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. |
Session 4 - Research Spotlight: Emergency Department
Student Project Panel |
| 12:30 p.m. |
Final Q&A and Comments |
Continuing Medical Education
Contact hours will be available.
