PHOENIX, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Integro Bank, the Maricopa County Medical Society (MCMS), and Xcellerant Ventures will bring together physicians, healthcare executives, innovators and business leaders on October 1st for an exclusive Healthcare Summit, “Building Stronger Practices Through Capital, Innovation, and Financial Leadership.”
The summit will tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing physicians and medical practices today including rising operating costs, workforce pressures, access to capital, financial sustainability, and the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence.
“Physicians are navigating tremendous change from rising costs and workforce challenges to rapidly evolving technology,” said Elaine Szeto, Chief Innovation Officer and a Founder of Integro Bank. “Physicians need the financial insight, strategic resources and collective voice to navigate this change and, more importantly, to thrive and not simply survive. Integro Bank is proud to drive impact via collaboration with MCMS and Xcellerant.”
Putting Physician Leadership at the Center
The summit will open with John Shufeldt, MD, JD, MBA, FACEP, Founder of Xcellerant Ventures, who will host the gathering at his private hangar and share his perspective on physician leadership, entrepreneurship and the future of healthcare.
“Physicians built this profession, and it’s time we take back a bigger role in leading it,” said Dr. John Shufeldt, MD, JD, MBA, FACEP, Founder of Xcellerant Ventures. “This summit brings together the capital, technology, and entrepreneurial thinking physicians need to build practices on their own terms. I’m proud to host this conversation at my hangar and even prouder to partner with Integro Bank, MCMS, and Xcellerant Ventures on something that puts physician leadership back at the center of healthcare’s future.”
A Conversation Designed to Take Healthcare to New Heights
The summit will feature a distinguished panel of healthcare and technology leaders representing health systems, physician leadership, artificial intelligence, innovation, and healthcare investment.
John Shufeldt, MD, JD, MBA, FACEP, Founder of Xcellerant Ventures, will moderate the discussion.
Panelists include:
- John Neil, MD, MMM — President, HonorHealth
- Robin P. Blackstone, MD, NACD.DC® — Founder, Blackstone Health Advisors and H4 Alliance
- Michael Blum, MD — CEO & Co-Founder, BeeKeeperAI
- Shez Partovi, MD — EVP & CIO, Royal Philips
The panel will tackle the tough conversations shaping the future of medicine, including financial health, access to capital, practice sustainability, AI adoption, technology, and the evolving role of physicians as business and healthcare leaders.
“Strong physician leadership is essential to the future of medicine,” said Desire’e Hardge, MBA, CEO & Executive Director of the Maricopa County Medical Society. “Whether sustaining an independent private practice or leading within hospital medicine, physicians need the financial insight, strategic resources, and institutional support to navigate change and shape the systems in which they practice. MCMS remains committed to equipping physicians with the resources and collective voice needed to strengthen the future of medicine.”
Building a Stronger Healthcare Ecosystem
The Healthcare Summit reflects a shared commitment by Integro Bank, MCMS and Xcellerant Ventures to strengthen Arizona’s healthcare ecosystem by connecting physicians with the capital, expertise, innovation and relationships needed to build sustainable practices.
The Healthcare Summit will also highlight the philanthropic work of John Shufeldt, MD, JD, MBA, FACEP, including his support for Arizona State University’s John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. His investment in the school reflects a commitment to preparing the next generation of physicians through an educational model that combines medicine, engineering, technology, and entrepreneurship. The initiative also supports medical student tuition scholarships through a philanthropy fund called AZ MD Scholars.
Together, the partners are creating a forum where healthcare leaders can challenge conventional thinking, share ideas and chart a path toward a stronger future for physicians and the communities they serve.
Event Date and Location:
Thursday, October 1, 2026: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Hanger, 14818 N 74th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Participation in the October 1st Healthcare Summit is available through membership in the Integro Bank CEO Club or the Maricopa County Medical Society.
Become a CEO Club Member!
Business leaders interested in securing priority access to future CEO Club events and exclusive executive programming can learn more and apply for membership at: https://www.integro.bank/-Become-a-CEO-Club-Member
Become a Maricopa County Medical Society Member:
The organization provides valuable support services for physicians throughout their careers and into retirement. MCMS continues to evolve to meet the needs of its physician members. learn more and apply for membership at: https://www.mcmsonline.com/member-benefits
About Integro Bank
Integro Bank is an Arizona-based bank focused on helping small businesses grow and succeed. Through its relationship banking model, Integro provides business banking, financing, treasury management and financial solutions designed around the needs of business owners and organizations. Integro Bank also operates the Integro Bank CEO Club, which brings together business leaders through educational programming, networking and opportunities to build meaningful business relationships.
For more information, visit www.integro.bank.
About Maricopa County Medical Society
The Maricopa County Medical Society is Arizona’s oldest medical association, with a legacy of physician leadership and service dating back to 1892. For more than a century, MCMS has remained steadfast in its commitment to advancing the profession, supporting physicians across Maricopa County and Arizona, and strengthening the health of the communities they serve.
Today, MCMS continues to serve as a trusted convener, bringing physicians together with elected officials, healthcare leaders, community stakeholders, business partners, and other influential voices to foster invaluable relationships and advance opportunities that strengthen healthcare.
For more information, visit www.mcmsonline.com.
About Xcellerant Ventures
Xcellerant Ventures (XVC) is a Phoenix-based venture capital firm investing in early- and seed-stage startups in HealthTech, MedTech, and BioTech. With a team of seasoned investors and industry leaders, XVC supports transformational companies through regulatory pathways, commercialization, and scaling strategies.
For more information, visit www.xcellerantventures.com.
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