2026 World Health Day

2026 World Health Day MEDICAL BRIDGES WORLD HEALTH DAY VIRTUAL FORUM Global health is at a critical turning point. From emerging disease threats to healthcare access gaps and humanitarian crises, the need for strong partnerships and innovative solutions has never been greater. The 2026 Medical Bridges Global Health Day Annual Conference brings together leading voices from global health, government, academia, and the nonprofit sector for a high-level virtual discussion focused on practical solutions and collaborative action. In recognition of this year’s global focus on Health for All, this four-hour forum will feature: THE CURRENT STATE OF GLOBAL HEALTH Experts will examine the current state of global health, emerging risks, and where investments and partnerships are making the greatest difference. Andrew Natsios Former Administrator, U.S. Agency for International Development (2001-2006) Former U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan​ Dr. Peter Hotez, MD, PHD Professor of Pediatrics and Molecular Virology and Microbiology, Baylor College of Medicine Dr. John Nkengasong Executive Director for Higher Education, Collaboratives, and Special Initiatives, Mastercard Foundation Sonali Korde Moderator ​ Visiting Fellow, Baker Institute, Former Assistant to the Administrator USAID BRIDGING THE GLOBAL HEALTHCARE GAP THE ROLE OF NGOS Leaders from mission-driven organizations will share how NGOs are successfully expanding healthcare access and strengthening systems in underserved regions. Dr. Brian Parsley Faculty at Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Dr. Tadia Diallo Director of Global Health, Medical Bridges, Inc. Javaid Siddiqi Chief Executive Officer at Helping Hand USA REAL-WORLD CASE STUDIES OF IMPACT Learn from frontline experiences supporting healthcare systems in Gaza, Guatemala and Ukraine, highlighting the power of collaboration in crisis response and long-term capacity building. Dr. Oluwagbenga (Ben) Adesope, DHA, DrPH, CMPE President & CEO, Faith in Practice, Guatemala Dr. Ky Luu Chief Operating Officer at International Medical Corps, Gaza Walter Ulrich President and CEO, Medical Bridges, Inc.