Critical Care Innovation Incubator

Critical Care Innovation Incubator

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Saturday, March 21, 2026
McCormick Place® West Building
Chicago, Illinois, USA
7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Central Time

Join innovators including clinicians, researchers, industry leaders, investors, program officers, and funders to ignite impactful change in critical care!

Designed to foster collaboration among leading minds across diverse disciplines, this event will:

  • Explore emerging critical care innovations in pharmaceuticals, medical technology, big data, and AI
  • Spark collaboration by networking, sharing ideas, and building powerful partnerships
  • Fuel inspiration through poster and pitch presentations, roundtables, and exhibits

Whether you're an entrepreneur in the trenches or a motivated clinician-innovator, the Critical Care Innovation Incubator offers resources to help you navigate the innovation landscape.

Who Should Attend

  • Critical care clinicians, healthcare professionals, and hospital executives seeking valuable opportunities for collaboration and innovation
  • Industry professionals and executives and data and AI experts needing to stay at the forefront of the latest trends and breakthroughs
  • Investors and venture capitalists wanting to support and benefit from the next wave of advancements
  • Business development specialists, business venture arms of academic medical centers, and federal innovation partners looking to drive meaningful change in patient care

Proposal submission will open this fall.

If you have questions about the event, please contact Tamara Al-Hakim.

This event is offered as a Critical Care Congress precourse. Attend in conjunction with Congress and save. A la carte registration is also available.

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Registration


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Register in conjunction with Congress and save! If you do not want to register for Congress but wish to attend this course, click the Register Now button above, then under Registration Types, select Pre-Congress Only in the drop-down menu.

If you are already registered for Congress and would like to add this course to your registration, contact SCCM Customer service at support@sccm.org or +1 847 827-6888.

Registrant
Rate
By March 21, 2026
Congress Attendee $330
SCCM Member a la carte $430
Nonmember a la carte $530

Payment Information

  • American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa credit cards are accepted.
  • Check or international money order, payable to SCCM, may be used to register via mail only.
  • Fees must be paid in U.S. funds and checks must be drawn on a U.S. bank.
  • For information on paying via wire transfer, please contact SCCM Customer Service at +1 847 827-6888.
  • Inquiries can be emailed to support@sccm.org.

Global Pricing

SCCM offers a global pricing structure as part of its equity commitment. Your price is based on your country’s World Bank classification. Learn more.

Cancellation Policy 

Cancellations for the 2026 Critical Care Congress and associated events must be submitted in writing and are subject to a $100 nonrefundable processing fee. Cancellation requests for the event must be postmarked or submitted via email to support@sccm.org or fax at +1 847 439-7226 before February 18, 2026. Cancellation requests postmarked or submitted after this date will not be refunded. Please allow four weeks to process refunds.

Agenda and Faculty

Agenda coming soon!

Kelley Elahi, MSE, BSN, RN, CPN

Cochair

Lurie Children’s Hospital
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Greg S. Martin, MD, MSc, FCCM

Cochair

Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia, USA

A. Ian Wong, MD, PhD

Cochair

Duke University Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina, USA

Shadi Battah, MD, MBA

Vice Chair

Telesair Inc.
Irvine, California, USA

Dimitra Georganopoulou, PhD

Vice Chair

Qral Ventures
New York City, New York, USA

Critical Care Congress

Register in conjunction with Congress and save!

2026 Critical Care Congress
March 22-24, 2026
McCormick Place® West Building
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Why Attend Congress?

  • Stay Current With Medical Advances
    Congress showcases the latest research, clinical guidelines, and technological innovations, keeping you up to date with rapidly evolving medical knowledge and practices.
  • Earn Continuing Education Credits
    Congress offers sessions that count toward ACE, MOC, and other professional development requirements.
  • Network With Peers and Experts
    Congress brings together more than 5000 multiprofessional and multidisciplinary attendees from around the world, offering opportunities to build relationships, find mentors, and collaborate on research or clinical initiatives.
  • Gain Practical Skills
    Sessions and exhibits provide opportunities to explore new techniques, learn about emerging technologies, and apply evidence-based strategies through expert-led instruction and real-world case discussions.
  • Inspire Innovation and Career Growth
    Exposure to new ideas, diverse perspectives, and success stories can spark creativity, renew your passion for medicine, and open doors to new career opportunities.

Be inspired. Be informed. Be there. 

Learn More

Critical Care Congress attendees engage at the event.

Hotel and Travel

SCCM has secured hotel and travel discounts for registrants of Congress and its precourses, including Critical Care Innovation Incubator.

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Sponsorship

The Critical Care Innovation Incubator offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to support innovation in critical care and position your company or brand as a leader in the field.

Sponsorship Levels 

Visionary
Maximize your visibility and shape the future of critical care innovation. Lead the conversation with a reverse pitch, influence outcomes through judging and roundtable participation, and connect with attendees and innovators through full access and branding opportunities.

Catalyst
Spark connections and conversations by participating in high-visibility panels and judging the next breakthrough in critical care. Your brand will be seen and your voice heard by leaders in science and industry.

Innovator
Position your brand in front of the brightest minds in critical care innovation. Receive key visibility and networking access at a foundational level. Ideal for venture capitalists, investment bankers, angel investors, and startup representatives.


Opportunities for Every Budget 

Other opportunities include product or presentation demonstrations, supporting a networking reception or awards, and leveraging advertising.
 
 
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