103 - The Future of Smart Hospitals, AI, Innovation, and the Path to Smarter Care

In this episode of Health Further, hosts Marcus and Vic welcome returning guest Steve Lieber and new guest Bruce Brandes to discuss the evolving landscape of smart hospital technology. The conversation explores the creation and goals of the Alliance for Smart Healthcare Excellence, the development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, and the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Steve and Bruce explain the model's focus on people, places, and processes and its potential to guide hospitals toward smarter care delivery. They also address challenges in defining "smart hospitals," the practical application of AI, and the balance between automation and human empathy in caregiving. Additionally, the guests highlight the importance of collaboration across clinical, financial, and operational domains to achieve long-term improvements in care quality, staff satisfaction, and cost efficiency.

Episode resources:

• https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/independent-alliance-formed-to-drive-smart-hospital-advancement-302297596.html?tc=eml_cleartime
• https://smarthospital.ai/

Connect with Bruce Brandes:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-brandes-ba91184

Connect with Steve Lieber:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/h-stephen-lieber-6b5683

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