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Conversations with clinicians, vendors, policy makers and decision makers to promote innovation and collaboration for better healthcare enabled by technology.
Learn about digital health, medical devices, medtech, biotech, health informatics, life sciences, aged care, disability, commercialisation, startups and so much more.
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422 - Leading Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Elizabeth Koff, Telstra Health
In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch interviews Elizabeth Koff, the Managing Director of Telstra Health. They discuss the critical focus areas for Telstra Health and the journey to revolutionise healthcare through technology. The conversation addresses the risks of cybercrime in a digitised healthcare environment and the measures required to safeguard systems, as well as the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and how it could redefine patient care and system efficiency.
Key Takeaway:
Telstra Health is a leader in digital health connectivity, in particular following recent partnerships and innovations. Telstra Health is powering the current drive to connected healthcare and helping create the future of digital healthcare, in Australia and internationally.
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421 - Exploring the Dynamic Intersection of Technology and Radiology in Public Healthcare Systems
In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we focus on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on radiology within public healthcare systems.
We delve into the challenges, successes, and strategies surrounding the adoption of AI in diagnostic imaging, emphasising the potential for improved outcomes in patient care.
Three of Queensland's leading radiologists, Professor Catherine Jones, Dr Sajith Karunasena, and Dr Jennie Roberts join us for an unfiltered conversation on the role of AI in transforming radiology practices. We'll uncover the challenges, critical success factors, and regulatory considerations when integrating technology into public healthcare. Plus, we discuss strategies for balancing human-centric care with service delivery excellence and the crucial part education plays in sustaining technological advancements in healthcare.
Key Takeaways
- Public healthcare systems face unique challenges when integrating AI, including complex infrastructures and resources.
- Patient safety and governance are vital when adopting new technologies in a clinical setting.
- AI has the potential to improve service delivery and efficiency, reducing errors and optimising care.
- Successful technology implementation requires clear communication, local clinical champions, and training.
- Educating current and upcoming healthcare professionals on AI is essential for sustainable implementation.
- There's a growing understanding and acceptance of AI in healthcare among professionals and the community.
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420 - Patient engagement and interoperability. Rafic Habib, Clinovera
In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded from Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand, Peter Birch speaks with Rafic Habib, the managing director for Clinovera in the Asia Pacific. Rafic shares insights into his background in healthcare technology and the work that Clinovera does in the global engineering space. The discussion delves into topics such as patient engagement, interoperability, artificial intelligence (AI), and the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare technology sector.
Key Takeaways:
Rafic emphasises the importance of patient engagement and interoperability as crucial aspects of healthcare technology.The discussion touches on how technology companies like Clinovera approach problem-solving, including building solutions from scratch or customising existing off-the-shelf solutions.The episode highlights the significance of effective communication and documentation in the development of healthcare technology solutions, stressing the importance of spelling out ideas to ensure alignment between the vision and the developed product.Rafic emphasises the role of readiness and clear project definition from the client's end, stating that organisational readiness is crucial for successful collaboration.The impact of emerging technology, governance, and security issues in healthcare technology, particularly in locations such as the UAE, and the need for data management balancing privacy, accessibility, and relevance is discussed.
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419 - Employer-driven healthcare access. Steve Zinsli, HealthNow
In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded at Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand, host Peter Birch speaks with guest Steve Zinsli to talk about the innovative healthcare technology company, HealthNow. Steve Zinsli shares his journey and passion for making healthcare affordable and accessible, discussing how HealthNow is changing the game in the industry. From the company's background to its offerings, Zinsli sheds light on their approach to redefining employer-funded healthcare and the impact it can have on both employees and employers.
Key Takeaways:
🚀 Steve Zinsli's journey from building brick-and-mortar healthcare businesses to moving into the tech space, and finally creating HealthNow, demonstrates the evolution of his passion for making healthcare accessible and affordable.
🏥 HealthNow's employer-specific product, which allows employers to pre-fund their employees' health wallets and determine where those funds can be spent, simplifies the way employers provide benefits to their diverse teams across various locations.
💳 The platform's utilisation of existing payment infrastructure, along with its technology to restrict spending to agreed-upon healthcare service sectors, provides a seamless and confident experience for both end users and healthcare providers.
🌍 The impact HealthNow aims to have on the accessibility of healthcare, demonstrated by their plans to expand into the Australian market and potentially influence organizational performance.
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Talking Blood Cancer by The Leukaemia Foundation - Life Beyond the Diagnosis: Peter Geary on Overcoming Myeloma with Positivity and Advocacy
In this special bonus episode of the Talking HealthTech Podcast, we bring you the first episode of a new Season of The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast, by The Leukaemia Foundation.
The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is a proud member of The Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation.
If you enjoyed this one make sure you subscribe to The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast to catch more episodes:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/blood-cancer-talks/id1633724992
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RxIsbzs685Iy1WT3f1Umv
Website: https://www.leukaemia.org.au/how-we-can-help/information-and-education-services/podcasts-and-audio/
Talking Blood Cancer Episode Notes:
In this first episode of Season 4 of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, our host Kate Arkadieff welcomes Peter Geary, a resolute myeloma patient and advocate, to share his profound journey since being diagnosed with asymptomatic myeloma in 2018. The episode begins with Peter recounting the moment of diagnosis and the subsequent "watch and wait" approach that marked the early days of his experience with blood cancer.
Peter's story provides a candid exploration of the evolution of his disease 18 months post-diagnosis, the treatments he underwent—including chemotherapy and an autologous stem cell transplant—and the life adjustments he has had to make. Kate and Peter engage in a thoughtful dialogue, covering the physical and psychological repercussions of his treatments, strategies for side effect management, the significance of fitness, and the preparations necessary for a stem cell transplant.
Also tapping into Peter's laudable involvement with advocacy groups, his deep-seated commitment to the cause of equitable healthcare access, and the necessity of standardised care protocols, particularly in regional Australia. This episode testimony from Peter underscores the vital role of a resilient mindset, the support of loved ones, and a proactive approach to one's healthcare journey in navigating the complexities of living with blood cancer.
Listeners also gain insights into the practical aspects of recovery, from maintaining a healthy weight to navigating daily activities while managing side effects from ongoing treatments. Moreover, the episode features enriching discussions on the support services essential in crafting a harmonious recovery environment and the transformative power of exercise in maintaining a semblance of normalcy in life.
Kate concludes the session by expressing appreciation for Peter's wisdom and contributions, affirming the episode's provision of valuable guidance for anyone navigating a blood cancer diagnosis or supporting someone in that battle.
The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is brought to you by the Leukaemia Foundation and is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network -
418 - Asking the right questions of patients. Blaik Wilson, Cemplicity
In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded at Digital Health Week NZ, host Peter Birch interviews Blaik Wilson, CEO of Cemplicity, a company specialising in patient-reported measures.
Blaik provides insights into the significance of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) in understanding patient health and experiences. The conversation covers the impact of collecting and analysing this data, the challenges faced in the healthcare industry, and the future priorities for Cemplicity.
Key Takeaways:
- The significance of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) in understanding patient health and experiences.
- The importance of capturing and analysing patient data to drive care improvement and provide patient-centric, personalised care.
- The potential of utilising patient-reported measures to enhance the healthcare system by connecting patients with their care teams, especially when they are away from immediate care.
- The role of technology, service layer, and customer success in capturing and utilising patient-reported measures effectively.
- The impact of global data consolidation in understanding patient perceptions and benchmarking.
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