David Wiljer

Senior Fellow

David Wiljer, PhD, has dedicated his career to exploring digital innovation in healthcare, with a particular focus on “digital compassion” — understanding how technology can both enable and challenge the delivery of compassionate care. He has advanced digital health ecosystems that empower patients as active participants in their care and foster stronger connections between patients and providers.

David has also been a leader in patient education, lifelong learning, and health professions leadership, helping accelerate the adoption of digital innovations, big data, and new technologies, including artificial intelligence. His work continues to shape how healthcare organizations reimagine care delivery in a rapidly changing digital landscape.