Puerto Rico Sees a Leap Forward in AI for Healthcare with Upcoming Caribbean Health & AI Congress

The San Juan Daily Star brings you the news that Puerto Rico will host the inaugural Caribbean Health & AI Congress & Expo (CHAIC 2026) in September 2026. The event aims to bring together 500 professionals from various fields including healthcare, technology, and public policy, as well as over 20 international experts.

Organizers have announced this as the first AI-focused health conference in the Caribbean region. The event will be held in the Puerto Rico Convention Center and will feature presentations from major tech companies like Google and Nabla, alongside experts from institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and local initiatives such as the Puerto Rico AI Institute and Consortium.

Key topics at the conference include AI applications in radiology, surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, psychiatry, and medical education, as well as discussions on governance, regulation, ethics, security, clinical validation, and equity in healthcare. Attendees will also learn about CME credits for AI education and the potential for Puerto Rico to lead in AI policy in the Caribbean.

Dr. Orvil Martinez, the event organizer and founder of the Puerto Rico AI conference series, emphasizes the need for Puerto Rico to establish a regulatory framework for AI in healthcare to ensure safe and ethical implementation. The event also highlights Puerto Rico's unique position as a bilingual market linked to the U.S. and subject to FDA regulations, which could foster regional dialogue on responsible AI adoption in the healthcare sector.

This conference represents a significant step forward for Puerto Rico in integrating AI into healthcare and aligning with the growing trend of AI in the medical field. For residents and visitors of Puerto Rico, attending this event could provide valuable insights and networking opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of healthcare technology.