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Hint Summit 2026

April 8-11th, 2026 / Nashville, Tennesse

Health Care in Harmony: Unifying the Direct Care Ecosystem in Music City

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Join the chorus of direct care leaders this Spring in Nashville.
See what Hint Summit is all about, and what you can expect to see this year in the Rocky Mountain State!

See what Hint Summit is all about, and what you can expect to see this year in Music City!

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The Hint Summit Experience

Over two days of thought-provoking sessions, networking, and community-building, you’ll gain insights, tools, and inspiration to advance your work and amplify the collective voice.

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Overall the summit was a fantastic learning experience and I'm already looking forward to attending next year's event. Thank you for your hard work and dedication in making it such a success."

Anonymous DPC Clinician
Hint Summit 2023 Attendee
San Diego, CA

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Keynote Speakers

Compelling keynotes infused with direct primary care

Zak 
Holdsworth

CEO & Co-Founder

Hint Health

Douglas Slakey, MD

Founder, Surgeon, Author

Professor and Chair Health Systems Science, Belmont University

Our Emcee

Dave Cameron, MD

Physician & Owner of Pure Family Medicine and Chief Medical Officer at Hint Connect. Dave brings deep Direct Care expertise, a passion for transforming healthcare, and a sense of humor that keeps the energy high. He’s equal parts clinician, leader, and storyteller — and he knows how to strike just the right chord with an audience.

Meet the Speakers

Ted talks, panels, and fireside conversations to take your direct care practice to the next level. *Full speaker lineup coming soon*

Alison Curfman, MD

CEO & Founder

Startup Physicians

Jay Keese

CEO

Capitol Advocates

Bethany Burk

Chief of Staff & VP of Strategy

Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Clint Flanagan, MD

Founder & CMO

KerixHealth

Sam Warren, MD

Founder

Wise Patient

Deborah Moore, MD

Founder & CEO

AmarilloMD

Phil Boucher, MD

Founder, Frontier Pediatric Care

Founder & CEO, PractOS

Lisa Chacko, MD

Medical Director

Curate MD

Shawn Martin

Executive VP & CEO

Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Lisa Lucas, DO

Founder, Physician

Fulcrum Family Health, LLC

Brian Fretwell

CEO PA-C, MPH

Direct Primary Care Associates, PLLC

Angela Andrews, MD

Lifestyle Medicine & Primary Care Physician

Direct Primary Care West Michigan

Jamie Baines, DO

Family Physician

Kite Dream Care

Neer Patel

Co-Founder

DirectMed DPC

Lauren Tancredi

Founder

Medicava

Travis Bockenstedt

President & Chief Experience Officer

Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care

Alexa Schulte

VP of Product

Hint Health

Drew Hertz, MD

Pediatrician

Zest Pediatrics

Beth Holmes

VP of Hint Connect

Hint Health

Alex George

Head of Marketing

Hint Health

Aimee Leidich

Head of Operations

Hint Health

Lindsey Kratzer

Founder & CEO

Spark Health Advisors

Kenneth Qiu, MD

Founder & Physician

EuDoc Direct Primary Care

Lauren Gage

Founder & CEO

Triplemoon

Kristina Ewing

Director of Health & Wellbeing

Shoestring Valley Holdings

The Venue

Country Music Hall of Fame

  • 350,000 sq ft event center right in the heart of Music City
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Breaks included
  • Walking distance to Hotels and Downtown
  • Expo Hall & Networking lounge on-site
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Celebrations & Networking

Celebrating the growth of direct care in Music City

Like every year at Hint Summit we are lining up dedicated networking events to connect with fellow innovators in the direct care movement, and build lasting relationships that bring healthcare into harmony. Tickets to each of the three events are included with your registration.

 

Schedule

Hint Summit 2026: Two full days of content and networking

April 8, 2026
Kickoff Reception

6:00p - 9:00p

Kick off and celebrate the arrival of Hint Summit 2026 in Music City, as we start things off right with live music, drinks and local delicacies while you catch up with old friends and connect with the next generation of health care innovators. 

April 9, 2026
Day 1

Hint Summit Day 1
7:30a - 5:00p

Arrive early for Hint Summit Day 1, with plenty of time to pick up your badge and enjoy breakfast before we dive into a day full of innovation and exploration. 

Day 1 sets the tone for the entire experience — bringing together vision, data, strategy, and real-world perspective to help direct care practices move forward with confidence.

From the state of the movement to the systems that sustain it, Day 1 is about alignment: aligning your mission with your operations, your growth with your lifestyle, and your practice with the future of healthcare.

What to Expect on Day 1:

  • What’s New at Hint
    Product updates and what’s ahead for supporting practices at every stage.

  • From Movement to Momentum
    A decade of data measuring the evolution and impact of Direct Primary Care.

  • Strategic Simplicity
    Building systems that fit on one page without sacrificing effectiveness.

  • Funding Your Practice
    Funding strategies and financial considerations across different stages of growth.

  • Update from the Hill
    Key regulatory and policy updates affecting direct care.

  • Women in DPC
    Perspectives on growth, leadership, and maintaining lifestyle.

  • Burnout in DPC
    Exploring causes, effects, and mitigation strategies.

  • Old School & New Cool
    A conversation on the many paths to building a successful DPC practice.


Direct Care Celebration | Nashville After Dark
7:00p - 9:00p

Relax and unwind while taking in a unique venue and experience that is Nashville through and through. 

April 10, 2026
Day 2

Hint Summit Day 2
8:00a - 4:00p

Day 2 of Hint Summit shifts the focus from perspective to execution — spotlighting real-world trends, growth challenges, and innovative models shaping the next phase of direct care. These sessions dive into how practices expand their impact, navigate complexity, and bring direct care to more patients through new channels.

What to Expect on Day 2:

  • Trends in Pediatric DPC
    Exploring how pediatric practices are adopting and adapting the direct care model.

  • Growth Pains: Turning Employer Churn into Lemonade
    Practical strategies for navigating employer relationships and transforming churn into opportunity.

  • What’s New in Women’s Health
    A look at emerging care models, services, and opportunities in women’s health.

  • From Champion to Adoption
    A behind-the-scenes view of implementing the DPC benefit at a people-first holding company — from internal advocacy to successful rollout.

Hint Summit Closing Party
6:00p - 9:00p

Join fellow innovators for a unique celebration that only Nashville could deliver! 

April 11, 2026
Growth Bootcamp

Growth Bootcamp
8:00a - 1:00p

For clinicians and clinical leaders looking to amplify their practice, an optional third-day, growth-focused bootcamp will offer hands-on training and best practices to reach your growth and efficiency goals.

*Access to Growth Bootcamp is included in Clinician & Clinical Leader registration. Seating is limited. Reserve your spot early.

Hotels

Hint Summit has set aside a limited number of rooms at two hotels.

Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville

$349.00
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Hyatt House Nashville Downtown

$249.00
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Scholarships

Medical Resident Scholarship

The Resident Scholarship is designed for current residents and medical students who are passionate about advancing patient-centered, sustainable care. If you're early in your medical career and feel you would benefit from the DPC community, we invite you to apply - we’d love to support your direct care journey. Applications close February 1, 2026.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship

At Hint, we believe that diverse voices and new perspectives make the direct care movement stronger. We welcome clinicians who identify as: a person of color, an immigrant, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, a disabled person, a veteran or from a disadvantaged socioeconomic background to apply for a Hint Summit DEI Scholarship. Applications close February 1, 2026.

Apply Now

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend Hint Summit?

Hint Summit is designed for clinicians, clinical leaders, employers, benefit advisors, and industry partners who want to learn, connect, and drive change in Direct Primary Care. Whether you’re starting a new practice, scaling a network, or exploring DPC as a benefit option, you’ll find valuable insights and connections.

What's included in my ticket?

Tickets include access to all keynotes, breakout sessions, networking events, and receptions. Clinician/Clinical Leader tickets also include entry to the Growth Bootcamp on Saturday, a half-day intensive on practice growth strategies.

Does Hint Summit offer CME?

At this time, Hint Summit does not offer CME credits.

Will session recordings be available after the event?

Yes, all ticket holders will receive access to recordings and materials following the event, so you can revisit sessions or catch anything you missed.

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