Market forces are increasingly demanding greater convenience, enhanced access, significantly improved quality, and reduced costs in healthcare. Meeting these challenges requires innovation, transparency, technology, and accountability. Dr. Conard has dedicated his career to developing the systems and tools necessary for this transformation.

Dr. Conard operates at the intersection of clinical medicine, advanced analytics, medical group leadership, and business strategy for early and emerging companies. He began his journey as a solo practitioner, eventually growing his medical practice to over 510 clinicians over 20 years. This practice evolved into a value-based integrated delivery network (IDN) that significantly reduced care costs through prevention and proactive engagement. After the practice was acquired by a hospital system, Dr. Conard became the Chief Medical Officer for a brokerage/consulting firm and led an innovation lab focused on effective health risk reduction interventions.

His work with corporations, captives, and insurance companies has given him deep insights into the possibilities of advanced data analytics. Currently, he is the co-founder of Converging Health, LLC, a technology-empowered consulting and services company. Converging Health collaborates with at-risk entities such as self-insured corporations, medical groups, accountable care organizations (ACOs) taking financial risk, and insurance captives to enhance well-being, reduce costs, and improve member experiences.

Dr. Conard’s extensive experience with diverse organizations—including Dillard’s, Varsity Brands, Vistra Corp, the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, the DFW and Texas Business Group on Health, and numerous medical groups and systems—has equipped him with a deep understanding of the unique cultures and needs of each organization. His ability to identify opportunities and customize solutions has consistently delivered success through improved health outcomes and cost reductions for his clients