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Keynote SpeakerBertalan Mesko

Medical Futurist, Director of The Medical Futurist Institute

Dr. Bertalan Mesko, PhD, known as The Medical Futurist, is the Director of The Medical Futurist Institute. He specializes in analyzing the impact of science fiction technologies on global medicine and healthcare. As a geek physician with a PhD in genomics, he is also an Amazon Top 100 author and... Read more

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Popular Talks by Bertalan Mesko

  • The Evolution of Digital Health

    The pandemic has led to an unprecedentedly quick technological adoption, but the cultural transformation digital health requires is lagging behind. Technologies and concepts from telemedicine through AI monitoring to network medicine, all can now come together in this new norm to shape healthcare forever. Key messages: ● The story of…
  • How To Predict The Future of Healthcare

    See what it feels like to meet science fiction in your life and learn to predict which technologies will shape your industry through one simple habit: asking the “what if” question. Key messages: ● Foresight and the futurist mindset ● The near future of healthcare ● Practical methods for looking…
  • Your AI Prescription

    It is high time to describe how artificial intelligence will impact medicine and healthcare; why this change is inevitable and what we should do to prepare for working and living with it. This narrative aims to transform uncertainties regarding AI into a productive exchange of knowledge between humans and machines.…
  • Healthcare Needs A Trip To Mars

    In my keynote, Healthcare needs a trip to Mars, I argue that we need to create a healthcare system that would even keep an astronaut on Mars alive. We need to use our digital health technologies to make patients the point of care, to let them access their own data,…
  • How Will Generative AI Upgrade Healthcare

    Generative AI has taken the attention of healthcare by force showing how a breakthrough technology can contribute to care, shape how physicians practice medicine and how patients can access information like never before. This narrative is a deep-dive into generative AI providing a crystal-clear image about what we can expect…
  • How To Be The Hero of Healthcare

    Digital health is the cultural transformation that brings healthcare to the 21st century. Why don’t you take charge and become the hero to make it happen?

    Key messages:

    ● The impact of technologies on the individual

    ● The patient perspective

    ● What can the average consumer do to improve healthcare

Biography

Dr. Bertalan Mesko, PhD, known as The Medical Futurist, is the Director of The Medical Futurist Institute. He specializes in analyzing the impact of science fiction technologies on global medicine and healthcare.

As a geek physician with a PhD in genomics, he is also an Amazon Top 100 author and serves as a Private Professor at Semmelweis Medical School in Budapest, Hungary. Dr. Mesko has delivered over 900 keynotes at prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, and Yale Universities, as well as organizations like the WHO and the world’s top 10 pharmaceutical companies. His insights on healthcare technology have made him a leading global voice in the field.

Featured by major media outlets including CNN, National Geographic, Forbes, TIME magazine, BBC, and the New York Times, Dr. Mesko regularly shares his analyses on medicalfuturist.com. His research focuses on the role of artificial intelligence and digital health technologies in shaping the future of care. He is a member of the “Committee on Future Research” of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.

Dedicated to pioneering medical futures studies as a scientific discipline, Dr. Mesko aims to make futures methods widely accessible in healthcare.

He is a Certified Superforecaster for Good Judgment, Inc.

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What clients say about Bertalan Mesko

"Dr. Mesko delivered a very compelling keynote presentationthat resonated with our audience. In our own feedback survey of the event he received the highest ratingfrom our attendees." Innomar Strategies, a part of AmerisourceBergen
“Thank you Dr Mesko for a breathtaking presentation and sharing your insights and perspectives with us. This was truly a mindset triggering event.” Novartis virtual session
“Our GSK employees absolutely loved Dr Mesko's presentation, we received great feedback. 'Engaging speaker', 'interesting subject' are the top words used to describe the presentation.” GSK DataCon
“Very professional approach and high quality of the session. Clear problem statements and concrete solutions with real examples (both in the keynote as well as the Q&A session)” MasterMinds Live session for Novo Nordisk

How to book Bertalan Mesko as a keynote speaker

How do I book Bertalan Mesko for a keynote speech?

You can book Bertalan Mesko through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Bertalan's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Bertalan Mesko's speaking fees?

Bertalan Mesko's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Bertalan tailored to your event.

What topics does Bertalan Mesko speak about?

Bertalan Mesko speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Behaviour, Digital Trends, Fintech, Future & Technology. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Bertalan to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Bertalan Mesko available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Bertalan Mesko for events worldwide, subject to Bertalan's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Bertalan Mesko deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Bertalan Mesko is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Bertalan Mesko?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Bertalan can accommodate.

Can Bertalan Mesko tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Bertalan Mesko on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Bertalan can offer.

What languages does Bertalan Mesko present in?

Bertalan Mesko delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Bertalan Mesko a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Bertalan Mesko's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Behaviour, Digital Trends, Fintech, Future & Technology. To get a clear sense of Bertalan's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Bertalan Mesko speak at?

Bertalan Mesko can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Behaviour, Digital Trends, Fintech, Future & Technology is relevant. Details of Bertalan's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Bertalan Mesko offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Bertalan Mesko is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Bertalan Mesko?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Bertalan Mesko, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Bertalan's current availability for your dates.