AK is a healthcare industry leader with 20+ years of entrepreneurial and technology experience, including founding other healthcare software companies and leadership roles at national health plans. The last company that AK founded and successfully exited was recognized as one of Inc.’s Top 25 fastest-growing companies in the world.

As a Companion of the Order of Canada, Dr. Keshavjee represents the pinnacle of surgical innovation and lung transplantation. Currently serving as the Chief of Innovation at University Health Network (UHN), he bridges the gap between complex thoracic surgery and pioneering biomedical engineering. His global leadership in transplant research ensures patients receive world-class care driven by the highest standards of medical excellence.

Dr. Tom Harmantas is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Toronto. He is a dual Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, and holds a Master of Science in Epidemiology from the Harvard University School of Public Health, along with a Leadership and Development Certificate from the Department of Health Policy and Management.

Dr. Santayana is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with diverse experience in academic, hospital, and outpatient settings. He has held various leadership roles throughout his career, and helped launch a private, physician-owned medical group. Skilled in broad-spectrum Family Medicine, he focuses on preventive care, chronic disease management, and procedures. His guiding principle is empowering patients to take control of their health.

A pioneer in hepatobiliary surgical oncology, Dr. Tandan performed Canada’s first laparoscopic hepatic lobectomy and brings 30 years of surgical mastery to complex pancreatic and sarcoma care. As Chief of Surgery at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital and a Past President of the Ontario Medical Association, his leadership is defined by a commitment to systemic quality improvement. He seamlessly integrates advanced clinical practice with academic excellence to provide trustworthy, cutting-edge surgical solutions.

Dr. Harmantas is a board-certified physician specializing in comprehensive skin health and medical aesthetics. She holds a Focused Practice Designation in Skin Disorders, providing expert dermatological and procedural care.