Daniel Kraft

M.D. Physician–Scientist | Founder & Chair, NextMed Health

Daniel Kraft, M.D. is a renowned physician–scientist, inventor, and entrepreneur, and the Founder & Chair of NextMed Health, a global platform accelerating the convergence of technology, medicine, and human-centered healthcare. Trained at Stanford University and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Kraft is internationally recognized for his visionary leadership in reimagining the future of health and medicine.

Dr. Kraft has dedicated his career to advancing exponential technologies—including artificial intelligence, digital health, genomics, and robotics—to improve care delivery, access, and outcomes. Through NextMed Health, he convenes innovators, clinicians, technologists, investors, and policymakers to catalyze bold ideas that transform healthcare systems worldwide.

A dynamic speaker and trusted advisor, Dr. Kraft has delivered influential talks at TED, the National Academy of Medicine, and leading global forums. His work bridges clinical medicine, biomedical innovation, and systems thinking, with a strong emphasis on prevention, personalization, and patient empowerment.

Major Achievements

  • Founder & Chair, NextMed Health
    Advancing next-generation healthcare innovation globally.
  • Stanford- and Harvard-trained physician–scientist
    Brings multidisciplinary expertise across medicine, science, and technology.
  • Global Thought Leader in Digital Health & AI
    Recognized for leadership in AI in medicine and exponential technologies.
  • TED Speaker
    Talks have reached millions of viewers worldwide.
  • Advisor to Startups, Corporations & Governments
    Advises healthcare startups, Fortune 500 companies, governments, and NGOs.
  • Pioneer in Technology Convergence
    Applies converging technologies to healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and prevention.

Key Expertise & Talking Points

  • The future of healthcare and medicine
  • AI, digital health, and exponential technologies in clinical care
  • Precision medicine, genomics, and personalized health
  • Innovation ecosystems and healthcare entrepreneurship
  • Preventive, proactive, and patient-centered care models
  • Bridging technology, policy, and clinical practice
  • Scaling health innovations globally