FAQs

When and where?

September 5 & 6

Location: Stanford Campus. Li Ka Shing Center - Berg Hall

Who should come?

The conference will be informative and engaging for researchers, physicians, business executives, policymakers, non-profit leaders, students, patients and advocates, and other community members.

What are the registration fees?

For detailed fees, please visit here. Registration will open on May 1st, 2025.

What is included with the VIP Dinner?

The VIP dinner provides exclusive access for a small group of attendees to join a thoughtful discussion with faculty and selected speakers. The VIP Dinner fee includes the conference and workshop registration fees. Attendees will be invited to exclusive follow up events.

Where can I stay?

While there are no formal hotels reserved, one of our recommendations is Dinah’s Garden Hotel (4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306).

I’m a health care provider. Can I earn CME credit?

Yes.

In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Credit Designation 
American Medical Association (AMA) - More information coming soon.

We will have details on how to claim CME credit on the days of the conference.

When will I receive detailed conference information?

You will receive an email that includes the details for the 2025 conference after you register. You can find the 2024 welcome packet here to learn more about the structure of the conference.

Who are the speakers?

The speaker page for 2025 will be updated soon. Please visit the speakers 2024 page to see last year’s speakers.

Virtual or in person?

We encourage participants to attend in person but a virtual option is available if you are not able to come to the Bay Area. The event will be recorded and the recording available to registered attendees.

Further Questions?

Please email bigideasinmedicine@stanford.edu if you have questions.