136th Annual Shattuck Lecture - Implementing a Nationwide Learning Health System in the United States: Challenges, Progress, and the Path Forward
Saturday, May 16, 2026
In-Person Only (No Live Stream)
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Activity Description
As healthcare systems strive to improve outcomes, reduce disparities, and accelerate the use of evidence in practice, Learning Health Systems offer a powerful framework for change. This program highlights how a nationwide approach can inform better clinical
decisions and drive system-wide improvement. Designed for physicians, healthcare leaders, informaticians, quality and population health and other health care professionals, this session brings together expert perspectives on what it takes to move
forward from concept to action.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, learners should be able to:
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Define the core principles and components required for a nationwide Learning Health System (LHS).
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Identify key infrastructure, data governance, and interoperability requirements needed to operationalize an LHS at scale.
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Address barriers to implementation and clinician engagement.
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Apply actionable steps to support LHS strategies to improve care delivery and outcomes.
Activity Fees — FREE
Shattuck Lecturer
Monica M. Bertagnolli, MD, FACS, FASCO
Senior Research Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government
To learn more about Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, click here.
In Person Location
The Westin Waltham Boston
70 Third Avenue
Waltham, MA 02451
Accreditation Statement
The Massachusetts Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The Massachusetts Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
