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We are proud to mark the 20th Annual IDGA Veterans Healthcare Summit, taking place in July 2026.

The official 2026 agenda is live, showcasing this year's key themes, expert speaker faculty, and in-depth sessions addressing the most critical challenges in veteran healthcare today. 

Attendees will hear high-level briefs from senior leaders including, but not limited to:

• Honorable Richard Topping, Chief Financial Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs
• Dr. Willie Underwood, President-elect, American Medical Association
• Dr. David Shulkin, Former Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs Carl Blake, CEO, Paralyzed Veterans of America
• Dr. Kyleanne Hunter, CEO, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)
  

👉 Explore the 2026 agenda to discover the full speaker line-up, session topics, and networking opportunities shaping this year's summit.

An overview of the senior leaders, decision-makers, and healthcare stakeholders already confirmed to attend the 20th annual Veterans Healthcare Summit.  

Designed to give attendees greater insight into the audience profile for 2026, the document highlights the breadth of representation across Federal and VA healthcare organizations, alongside leading private sector and hospital partners supporting the future of veterans healthcare delivery. 

With more than 150 senior decision-makers already confirmed, including Chiefs of Services, Medical Directors, Associate Directors, clinical leaders, and operational stakeholders, the summit continues to establish itself as a leading forum for advancing veterans healthcare strategy, innovation, patient outcomes, and system-wide collaboration.

This year’s summit offers even more value – attendees can now acquire Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits for engagements throughout the program, making this year’s event even more valuable for professional development! Download the form here for details on submitting CME Credits.