Be sure to grab a front row seat at the AAA 2026 Opening General Session on Thursday, April 23, from 9:45–11:30 am, featuring Dr. Hassan A. Tetteh—surgeon, scholar, innovator, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of The Art of Human Care.
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape healthcare, how can audiologists ensure that technology strengthens, rather than replaces, the heart of care: human connection? In this keynote, Dr. Tetteh will explore how our profession, uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology and empathy, can lead the way in blending innovation with compassion. Discover how purpose, personalization, and partnerships across professions can guide us toward a future where AI amplifies the human touch.
About the Speaker
Dr. Hassan A. Tetteh is a retired U.S. Navy Captain, thoracic surgeon, and associate professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University. He also serves on the faculty at Howard University College of Medicine and practices with Vituity. A National Academy of Medicine Emerging Leader in Health and Medicine Scholar, Dr. Tetteh founded the STAR Team to advance organ transplantation and is CEO of HumanCare Technologies, Inc. His 25+ years of experience as a transplant surgeon, military leader, and AI strategist fuel his mission to make healthcare more personal, compassionate, and effective.
“Engineer the ‘human’ into everything you do.” – Dr. Hassan A. Tetteh
Don’t miss this inspiring start to AAA 2026! Register today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of human care.
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