Jodi Halpern brought a compelling human dimension to the Imagine Solutions stage, exploring the power of empathy in medicine and ethics. A psychiatrist and philosopher at UC Berkeley, she shared how authentic emotional connection between doctors and patients can improve care, trust, and outcomes. With a unique blend of scientific insight and lived experience, Halpern challenged us to rethink how we communicate, especially in times of uncertainty. Her talk was a profound reminder that healing is not just a science—it’s a relationship.