What is ‘our’ position on AI for Allied Health, Scientific and Technical Services? A facilitated discussion to develop an AI position statement Wendy Smith , Health New Zealand; Andrew Jones , Deloitte, Charlene Tan-Smith , Health New Zealand
1.30
2.15
SHORT BREAK
Session Four | Innovating futures with digital technology Our final session explores how AI and innovation can be translated into meaningful, real-world applications. Moreover, the discussion is positioned to emphasise implementation science to improve health outcomes, enhance patient and whanau experience, reduce cost, support workforce, and advance equity. The session concludes with an expert panel that further discusses how we embed and sustain AI and innovation in complex healthcare systems. Innovations in mental health assessment using AI Jennifer Gold , Relationships Researcher and Innovator, Auckland University of Technology |CEO, The Kindness Company Can I take a photo of that? Dishing up AI for nutritional value Professor Caryn Zinn , NZ Registered Dietitian, Co-Director Sports Research Performance Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) Co-design and the science of implementation Professor Nicola Kayes , Associate Dean of Research and Co-Director for Centre of Person- Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology
2.45
3.00
3.15
3.30
AI, innovation and workforce Dr Jane George , Clinical Social Worker, Rural Health Workforce Strategist
3.45
PANEL: Benefits realisation and systems thinking Andrew Ingersoll , PwC; Dr Becky George , Clinical Digital Health Specialist; Mark Shirley , Habit Health; Dr Jane George , Rural Health Workforce Strategist
4.05
Review, feedback, wrap up and Karakia to close
4.15
WORKSHOP CLOSES
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Agenda is subject to change
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