For Dr Vanisi Prescott, technology isn't just about innovation, it's about making healthcare more accessible and relatable. Passionate about improving health outcomes for Pacific communities, she uses social media to break down complex health information, build trust, and reach people where they already are. Dr Prescott will be a panelist at the upcoming PMA Conference and she reflects on the role of digital platforms in modern healthcare and why authentic communication matters.

Hailing from Kailua-Kona in Hawai'i, Dr Zanetta Toomata is currently a postdoctoral research fellow, affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Genomic Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and the Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard.

Dr Chris Puli'uvea is passionate about advancing biomedical research that improves health outcomes for Pacific peoples. With a focus on immunology and genetics, his work aims to close critical knowledge gaps and ensure Pacific communities are represented in the science shaping the future of precision medicine. Dr Puli'uvea will be a panellist at the PMA Conference, and says he looks forward to exploring how stronger collaboration between researchers and clinicians can drive more relevant, impactful research for Pacific populations.