Stratum Summit 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas – Las Colinas
April 8-10, 2026
Discover the Stratum Summit, a premier national conference focused on the distinct challenges and opportunities facing independent, multi-specialty medical groups. This dynamic shared-learning event features insightful presenter content, engaging roundtable discussions, and unparalleled networking to build community and innovative solutions for the physician-owned clinics Stratum Med proudly serves.
Interested in attending? The Stratum Summit is an invitation-only event exclusively for executive leadership of independent medical clinics with a primary care base of at least 50+ physician ownership.
To find out how you can get involved and participate, please complete our contact form.
2026 Keynote Speaker
Mark Cuban
Thursday Opening Session: Healthcare is Broken: Cost, Transparency and Disruption
2026 Featured Speakers
Bridging the Divide: Positive Collaboration between Hospitals and Independent
Facilitator:
Paul Keckley
Medical Group CEO Panel:
- Dr. Bryan Batson, Hattiesburg Clinic
- Andrew Perry, McFarland Clinic
- Kenny Bilger, Christie Clinic
Independent Physician Advocacy: Legislative and lobbying update regarding healthcare policy
Presenters:
- Charlie Manning, American Independent Medical Practice Association (AIMPA)
- Libby Greer, Forbes Tate and Lead Lobbyist for AIMPA
Current and Future State of CMS: Expert perspective on government payment programs through ambulatory lenses
Facilitator:
Jeff James, CEO – Wilmington Health
Presenter Panel:
- Amy Bassano, Former Deputy Director of CMMI
- John Pilotte, Former Directory of CMS Performance – Based Payment Policy Group
Pre-Conference Meetings
The Stratum Annual Meeting and Board of Directors Meeting will focus on reviewing annual progress, addressing key decisions, and planning for upcoming initiatives. Board members will engage in discussions aimed at driving Stratum forward.
(This is a closed meeting.)
This meeting of the Finance Council will address key financial strategies, economic forecasts, and critical risk management protocols. CFOs will collaborate to drive financial excellence and ensure organizational stability.
This Operations Council Meeting will address key operational strategies, performance metrics, and process optimization initiatives. Operations leaders will collaborate to drive efficiently and ensure seamless execution.
Thursday at a Glance
Keynote Speaker: Mark Cuban
Session description coming soon!
Facilitators: Bill Prentice, CEO – ASCA; Jen Boyer, COO – Springfield Clinic; Lisa Freeman, COO – Hattiesburg Clinic
Session description coming soon!
Facilitators: Dennis Hesch, CFO – Carle Health; Kenny Bilger, CEO – Christie Clinic
Session description coming soon!
Facilitators: Jim Hewitt, Founder & CEO – Jardogs AI; Former CIO – Springfield Clinic; Former CIO – Allscripts
Session description coming soon!
Facilitators: Mike D’Eramo, CEO – Graves Gilbert Clinic; Andrew Perry, CEO – McFarland Clinic
Session description coming soon!
Facilitator: Jeff James, CEO – Wilmington Health/Co-Founder, Innovo
Session description coming soon!
Friday at a Glance
Facilitator(s): The Iowa Clinic Physicians
Facilitator: Zach Keeling, CEO – Medical Associates Clinic
Facilitator: Ben Vallier, CEO – The Iowa Clinic
2026 Stratum Summit Sponsors
