Harnessing the new momentum in women's health innovation: Evidence, equity and ethics

30 Oct 2026
Hall 1
Women in healthcare

After decades of being underfunded, under-researched, and underrepresented in healthcare, the women's health sector is experiencing a wave of new technologies, digital platforms, and AI-enabled solutions promising to transform care.

But as innovation accelerates, important questions remain. Are these solutions addressing the needs of all women, or primarily those who are already well served? How do we ensure that commercial enthusiasm is matched by robust evidence, meaningful clinical impact, and equitable access? And how should clinicians and system leaders partner with women to co-design solutions that reflect their lived experiences, ensure women’s decision making power, and deliver genuine improvements in health and care globally?

Chairperson
Jocalyn Clark
Jocalyn Clark, International Editor - The BMJ
Speakers
Teesta Dey
Teesta Dey, Co-Director Women's Health Innovation - University of Liverpool
Bola Grace
Bola Grace, Honorary Professor - University College London, Reproductive Health
Rebecca Rohrer
Rebecca Rohrer, Clinical Innovation and Genomics Director - BUPA