Sylvie Leotin Biography
Sylvie Leotin is a healthcare innovation pioneer and cancer survivor whose work blends science, art, technology, and human experience design to revolutionize care delivery and outcomes.
Her distinctive perspective is shaped by her unique journey as a scientist, professional dancer, and human-centered designer. Her experience navigating cancer transformed her understanding of healthcare's systemic challenges, enabling her to integrate medical expertise with lived experience through innovative frameworks for change.
Sylvie's pioneering research, validated by $1.75 million in innovation grants and recognized by leading medical institutions, bridges critical gaps in care delivery and equity. As the Principal Investigator of a Genentech innovation grant, she collaborated with Emory School of Medicine to pilot a groundbreaking medical education initiative that fundamentally reshapes how providers understand and respond to patient experiences. Her approach uniquely combines scientific rigor with profound cultural insight, demonstrating new pathways for achieving more effective and equitable care experiences that are both innovative and practical.
Sylvie has been recognized as one of the top ten healthcare thought leaders by Thinkers360. She frequently serves as a keynote speaker at national medical conferences, presenting at prestigious institutions within the healthcare sector, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the American Society of Transplantation. She is a member of the Leadership Editorial Board for the Journal of Patient Experience, and her insights have been featured in notable healthcare publications, including STAT News, the ASCO Post, and Emory Medicine Magazine.
Her academic achievements include advanced degrees from Stanford University and École Nationale Supérieure d'Informatique pour l'Industrie et l'Entreprise (ENSIIE). She earned a gold medal in ballet from the French National Conservatory, demonstrating excellence across diverse fields.