Practical AI Governance: Policies & Contracts Medical Associations Should Have in Place Now

Healthcare attorney Shalyn Watkins will be speaking at the American Society of Medical Association Counsel (ASMAC) 2026 Fall Conference, which brings together attorneys and physician advocates to examine legal, legislative, litigation and policy developments affecting physicians and medical practices. During her presentation, Shalyn will discuss practical steps medical association should take concerning artificial intelligence (AI) governance, from creating policies and approval processes to negotiating vendor contracts that address the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), data use, liability and performance. She will also outline a step-by-step approach to approving AI tools and establishing an internal governance committee. Attendees will gain practical guidance for managing regulatory, malpractice and reputational risks while supporting responsible AI adoption under an evolving federal and state regulatory landscape.