Heart Failure Prevention: Early Detection Matters

Erik Abel, PharmD, MBA, VP, Clinical Strategy & Innovation, Ultrasound Digital Solution, Caption Care

Dr. Erik Abel is a seasoned Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Innovation, with over 17 years of expertise spanning provider, payor and life sciences, always operating at the intersection of clinical development, technology solutions and execution in the businesses of healthcare. As a healthcare visionary, Dr. Abel’s efforts are driven by a mission to pioneer clinical and business solutions that transcend barriers in healthcare. His deep commitment is focused on navigating the complex and dynamic healthcare landscape to promote proactive, equitable, accessible and affordable care.

As a trusted executive and sought-after advisor for stakeholder engagement, Dr. Abel excels in crafting impactful strategies that “connect the dots,” facilitating a bridge between payors and providers. Beyond his executive roles, Dr. Abel is acknowledged as a published clinical scholar and holds the esteemed title of certified Epic® Physician Builder-Analytics. His extensive experience includes pioneering value-based care solutions and innovations, underscored by 30+ national and regional industry presentations. Dr. Abel’s influence extends to academia, with a robust portfolio of 40+ peer-reviewed publications and chapters, showcasing his commitment to advancing healthcare through research and practical application.

Daniel Bensimhon, MD, Medical Director Advanced HF & Mechanical Support Program, Cone Health

Dr. Daniel Bensimhon, MD, is a Duke-trained advanced heart failure cardiologist who serves as the Medical Director of the Advanced HF & Mechanical Circulatory Support Program at Cone Health, a six-hospital system in central North Carolina. He is a former member of the Development and Education Committees of the Heart Failure Society of America and is on the Board of the LeBauer-Brodie CV Research Foundation.

Dr. Bensimhon’s current research interest is leveraging technology to optimize the care of patients with heart failure. He serves as a speaker and is an active member of scientific advisory boards for Novartis, Boehringer Ingelheim, scPharmaceuticals, Astra Zeneca, Janssen, CorStasis, AquaPass and Sensible Medical. Dr. Bensimhon is also the Chief Medical Officer for Caption Care – a GE HealthCare Company dedicated to the early detection and treatment of heart disease by leveraging AI and ultrasound technologies for high-quality, point-of-care cardiac screening. Dr. Bensimhon is also the Founder of Ventricle Health, a digital-first, value-based HF platform dedicated to promoting the use of guideline-directed medical therapy for all patients with HF with a focus on the underserved.

Jason Swartz, President, Central Region, agilon health

Jason Swartz is the Regional President for agilon health, overseeing partnerships across Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan and Minnesota. Prior to joining agilon health, Jason served as the Business Manager for the invasive cardiology procedural labs at the Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Jason’s expertise lies in operations management, process improvement and change management. He holds a BA of Psychology from The Ohio State University and a Master’s of Business Operational Excellence from the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University. Jason is formally trained in Lean operations and holds a Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma.