Carl Fleming stands at the forefront of healthcare's digital transformation as a visionary "Phygital Strategist" at DPR Construction, where he champions the convergence of physical infrastructure and digital innovation to create transformative patient experiences. With over 24 years of experience spanning the healthcare industry's evolution from analog to digital, Fleming has established himself as a thought leader in emerging technologies integration, specializing in the seamless blend of built environments with cutting-edge digital solutions.

Currently serving as a Healthcare Strategy & Digital Transformation leader at DPR Construction, Fleming advises healthcare organizations through the complex landscape of next-generation facilities, focusing on how AI, IoT, infrastructure, and patient engagement platforms can transform healing environments. His expertise stems from his unique positioning at the intersection of healthcare technology strategy, clinical workflow optimization, and construction of built environments—allowing him to envision and healthcare facilities that are truly "phygital."

Fleming's distinguished career includes leadership roles as Principal at ECG Management Consultants and a decade-long tenure at Impact Advisors, where he specialized in technology planning for new facility construction. His extensive publication record includes recent articles in Healthcare Business Today on "Embracing the Phygital Future" and contributions to DPR Healthcare Insights on techquity and omnichannel care approaches. As a frequent podcast guest on "Constructing with Care," Fleming shares insights on how technology investments impact patient outcomes in an industry that remains fundamentally people-focused.

At the Healthcare Facilities Forum, Fleming will present "Emerging Technologies in Healthcare Facility Design," drawing from his extensive experience in capital asset planning he will explore why the future of healthcare isn't digital-first or human-first— rather phygital-first. His talk will provide healthcare architects, construction professionals, and executives with practical strategies for evaluating, and integrating connected health solutions through human-centered design, honoring the irreplaceable value of human connection in healthcare delivery.