In this episode of Talking HealthTech, hosts Peter Birch, Nathan Moore, and Sophie Turner celebrate the milestone of the 500th episode. Reflecting on the podcast's journey from its beginnings to its plans for the future, the conversation dives into personal experiences, the evolution of health technology, and the importance of collaboration in the healthcare ecosystem. This discussion also touches on key topics such as AI, the role of digital health, and potential future directions for the podcast and the industry. Key Takeaways • Journey and Evolution of Talking HealthTech: The hosts reflect on the growth of the podcast, from Pete’s initial concept to the current production team and the collaboration with a diverse range of guests and co-hosts. • Personal Reflections: Each host shares their personal journey into health technology, highlighting the various paths and experiences that brought them to the current point. • Significance of Collaboration: The discussion emphasises the importance of collaboration within the healthtech space and the value of connecting different sectors and stakeholders. • Future Directions: The podcast aims to continue exploring impactful topics, including the integration of technology in rural and remote healthcare settings and the potential for new content formats and partnerships. • Community and Ecosystem: There is a shared commitment to enhancing the Talking HealthTech community and providing valuable content that supports the healthcare ecosystem. Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website. Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it. Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet ups, special offers and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Pat Wheaton, founder of Core Connect Group, and Elif Kücüktas, Specialist Advisor – Healthcare of Core Connect Group, about improving efficiencies in healthcare tasks, supporting frontline workers, and developing innovative healthcare products. Key Takeaways: • Progress in Technologies: Advancements in electronic medical records (EMR) and handheld tablets have been made, with opportunities to enrich clinical notes further.

• Frontline Worker Focus: The importance of supporting frontline healthcare workers to make their jobs easier and more impactful is emphasised.

• Innovation Framework: A structured framework for healthcare product and service innovation is developed to improve outcomes for patients and staff.

• Collaboration Over Competition: Effective solutions in healthcare often come from collaboration between tech companies and clinicians, rather than independent problem-solving. Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website. Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it. Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meet ups, special offers, and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, hosts Peter Birch and Rebecca McBeth speak with various leaders in digital health at the Digital Health Week NZ 2024 hosted by Health Informatics New Zealand (HiNZ). Guests include Scott Arrol, James Field, Charlene Tan-Smith, Dr Bryan Tan, Martin Chadwick, Lisa Knowles, Kate Tulp, Dr Kaveh Safavi, and Lara Hopley, covering the state and future of health technology in New Zealand amidst budget cuts and evolving digital landscapes. Key Takeaways: • Budget and Policy Changes: Exploring the federal budget cuts to technology and innovation in New Zealand healthcare and their implications. • Opportunities in HealthTech: Despite challenges, opportunities exist to thrive through collaboration and essential tech improvements. • Clinical Informatics and Allied Health: Highlighting the role of clinical informatics in patient management and cross-discipline collaboration. • Technology Integration and Workforce: Discussing how AI and new technologies can tackle workforce shortages and boost healthcare efficiency. Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website. These are just a handful of the conversations we had at Digital Health Week NZ 2024. To catch all the other interviews, head over to our YouTube channel for a full playlist of all the discussions. Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it. Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, meetups, special offers and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Dr Krystyna de Lange, Host of The Good GP Podcast; Dr Sean Stevens, Host of The Good GP Podcast; Chris Smeed, CEO of Cubiko; Paul Copeland, Partner - Business Advisory at William Buck Australia; George Sotiris, Director, HR In Health; and Dr Michael Wright, President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) about a wide range of topics, including CPD integration, practice management, AI in healthcare, and future leadership in general practice. 

This episode was recorded during GP24 in Perth, organised by the RACGP, covering the sector's innovations, technology, and sustainability.

Key Takeaways:

- Business and Financial Management: General practitioners are encouraged to deepen their understanding of business operations alongside clinical duties, focusing on leveraging software tools for financial and operational improvements.

- Professional Development for GPs: Efforts through platforms like The Good GP Podcast aim to mentor new podcasters and educators in general practice, fostering professional growth.

- Future Leaders Program: The RACGP's Future Leaders Program encourages involvement to expand influence and mentorship within the profession.

• Healthcare Software & CPD: Integrating Continuing Professional Development (CPD) into Cubiko aims to enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare practices.

• Improving Practice Culture: Emphasis is placed on improving practice culture, compliance, and systems while addressing challenges such as staff retention and accountability.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Liz Ashall-Payne, Megan Robertson, and Christopher Bain about the latest developments in digital healthcare. 

Recorded at the ANDHealth Digital Health Summit 2024 in Melbourne, Australia, the discussion explores system-based trust in healthcare technology, the transformative role of technological integrations in healthcare, regulation and policy challenges, and the future aspirations for digital health impact and accessibility.

Key Takeaways:

📋 System Building in Healthcare Technology: Developing a standardised framework for evaluating healthcare technology is essential to foster trust and ensure the distribution of high-quality digital health solutions. This approach aims to achieve global impact, particularly in supporting underserved regions.

💊 Technological Transformations: Advancements such as electronic medication prescribing and real-time prescription monitoring have significantly improved safety and accessibility in healthcare. Integrated digital systems ensure smoother care transitions and better patient outcomes.

🖥️ Future of Digital Health Management: Electronic medical records (EMRs) and synthetic data can transform healthcare by enhancing efficiency and innovation. Current initiatives focus on making medical reports more accessible to patients and leveraging synthetic data to develop secure and effective healthcare solutions.

⚖️ Regulation and Policy in Digital Health: Digital health and AI regulation presents complex challenges in a rapidly evolving environment. Adequate government funding and addressing the divide between federal and state healthcare systems are critical factors for success.

🚀 Digital Health Transformation Stages: The progression from digitisation to full digital transformation is a key focus, emphasising value-based digital health initiatives that aim to improve patient care and healthcare system efficiency.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with a range of experts at HLTH 2024. 

The discussions dive into various aspects of healthcare technology, virtual care, genetic sequencing, AI solutions, and the importance of demographic data in healthcare. 

Featured guests include Monica Soni, Michelle Stephens, Dr. Noura Abul-Husn, Pano Anthos, Justin Mardjuki, and Mitesh Rao.

This episode was recorded during the HLTH 24 event in Las Vegas and features a handful of the conversations that Talking HealthTech captured during the event.

Key Takeaways

🏥 Corporate Efforts in Healthcare: The challenges major corporations face in delivering healthcare services are attributed to their inability to meet consumer needs effectively.

🌐 Shift Towards Virtual Care: A growing trend comparable to the rise of e-commerce is emerging, which could transform healthcare delivery through virtual care solutions.

🧬 Genetic Sequencing and Preventative Care: Insights are shared on the role of genetic sequencing in predicting health outcomes and providing personalized health recommendations.

📊 Demographic Data in Healthcare: The importance of collecting demographic data, such as race and gender identity, is underscored to enhance healthcare delivery and ensure equitable access.

🤖 AI Safety and Reliability: The need for transparency and robust data in AI tools is emphasized to ensure patient care safety, reliability, and accuracy.

📈 Healthcare Data Management: Efforts to develop a data layer that transforms healthcare data into actionable insights are described as a step toward improving overall healthcare management.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Nathan Moore speaks with various guests, including Natalie Collard, Eimer Boyle, Kara Burns, Dreda Heard, Sarah Pearson, Lana Bell, Aimee Solomon, Kath Feely, Nirvana Luckraj, Katy Aish, Glynnis Aubrey, and Helen Cox about the Women in Digital Health Leadership Program run by the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH). 

The discussion revolves around the program’s impact, personal transformations, and professional growth in digital health. This episode was recorded during the celebration event for the 2024 cohort. 

Key Takeaways:

• Program Structure: Structured as a six-month blended learning experience, the program is designed to cultivate leadership capabilities tailored to the digital health domain.
• Benefits of the Leadership Program: The leadership program benefits new and experienced managers by creating valuable networking opportunities within the digital health sector.
• Positive Experiences and Empowerment: The program fosters empowerment and personal transformation, focusing on networking and skill enhancement for professionals in various roles across the health system.
• Transition to Digital Health: The program supports professionals transitioning into digital health from clinical or other fields, focusing on improving safety, quality, and medication management.
• Encouraging Participation: The initiative encourages professionals to explore opportunities in digital health leadership, highlighting the program’s role in fostering skill development and professional networking.

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Peter Birch from Talking HealthTech was in Melbourne, Australia, for the Oracle Health Collaboration Forum 2024, where he had the opportunity to connect with some of the key senior leaders at Oracle Health from Australia and around the world, as well as their customers and partners.

In this feature episode of Talking HealthTech, we focus on those conversations with Oracle Health customers and partners, including Raelene Donovan, Acting Chief Clinical Information Officer at eHealth Queensland; Lily Liu, Divisional Director of Digital Health at Western Health; Josh Simmons, Director at Metro South Health; and Ricko Suryadinata and Shelby Jasper, Clinical EMR Analysts at Eastern Health. These discussions delve into the challenges and successes of implementing electronic medical records (EMRs) and digital solutions within diverse health services, providing a comprehensive look at how digital transformation is reshaping healthcare delivery in Australia.

Key Takeaways

• Raelene Donovan:
• Discusses the implementation of a unified EMR system across Queensland and the benefits of centralising health records for enhanced clinician efficiency and patient care.
• Lily Liu:
• Explores the digital transformation at Western Health, including the expansion of Oracle’s EMR system and the integration of new tools to improve patient care.
• Josh Simmons:
• Highlights the importance of extending digital health platforms beyond hospital settings to improve continuity of care and the role of patient portals in empowering patients.
• Ricko Suryadinata and Shelby Jasper:
• Share insights on optimising EMR functionality in outpatient settings at Eastern Health and the importance of simplifying workflows and securing clinician buy-in.

Timestamps

• [00:01:10] - Raelene Donovan discusses the EMR rollout in Queensland.
• [00:08:05] - Lily Liu on digital transformation at Western Health.
• [00:12:44] - Josh Simmons talks about extending digital health platforms at Metro South Health.
• [00:17:41] - Ricko Suryadinata and Shelby Jasper share their experience with EMR optimisation at Eastern Health.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with a panel of distinguished guests including Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women Australia; Dr Stephanie Allen, Partner at Kearney; Kathryn Evans, Managing Director of BioMarin Pharmaceutical Australia Pty Ltd; Professor James Elliott, Director of The Kolling Institute; Professor Bronwyn Graham, Director of the Centre for Sex and Gender Equity in Health and Medicine; Dr Elizabeth Shaw, Interventional Cardiologist and Director of Cardiology at Sydney Adventist Hospital and Shaw Cardiology; and Dr Roopa Mehta, Consultant at Kearney.

The discussion, recorded as part of the Kearney round table, explores domestic violence, healthcare disparities, leadership representation, economic empowerment, and the significant impact of investing in women's health on the nation's economic and social fabric.

Key Takeaways

• UN Women Australia Focus: The organisation is committed to raising advocacy, awareness, and funds for vital programs addressing women's health, education, equality, and protection in Australia.
• Emergency Situations: Women have higher mortality rates in emergencies due to familial responsibilities, necessitating better emergency response strategies.
• Economic Empowerment: Financial independence for women is crucial for overall societal progress.
• Investment in Women's Health: Increased awareness and investment in health areas disproportionately affecting women can yield significant economic benefits.
• Gender Representation in Leadership: Underrepresentation of women in leadership roles remains a concern despite progressing female political representation.
• Clinical Trials and Research: Emphasis on including women in clinical trials to ensure gender-specific healthcare findings and solutions.
• Sustainable Development Goals: Gender equality is pivotal for achieving all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Serge Lauriou from My Medic Watch about integrating smart technology in healthcare, focusing on their smartwatch applications.

This episode was recorded during HLTH 2024 in Las Vegas and discusses My Medic Watch's journey and future direction, highlighting consumer and provider benefits.

Key Takeaways:

• Purpose and Scope: My Medic Watch develops smartwatch applications that detect seizures, falls, and cardiac events, aiming to provide immediate assistance through automated alerts to caregivers.
• Data and AI Integration: The company is leveraging AI and machine learning to predict medical events before they occur, potentially preventing falls and seizures.
• Consumer and B2B Shifts: Initially a consumer-focused product, My Medic Watch is transitioning to a B2B model to better integrate into healthcare systems and provide comprehensive patient monitoring.
• Commercial Smartwatches: The application is designed to work on existing commercial smartwatches, utilising their health data and sensors.
• Predictive Analytics: Emphasis on capturing continuous health data to create predictive models for medical events, highlighting a proactive approach in healthcare.

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In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Mani Sahihi and Luke Fletcher from Foxo at HLTH 2024 in Las Vegas. 

Recorded at The Venetian Expo Center, this episode explores Foxo's growth journey, its innovative solutions in secure communication within healthcare, and its expansion from radiology into other sectors such as hospitals, pathology, and pharmacies.

Key Takeaways:

📈 Growth Beyond Radiology: Foxo's initial focus was on secure communication in radiology, but they have significantly expanded their platform to encompass hospitals, pathology, pharmacy, and primary care.

🔒 Secure Communication: The foundation remains secure communication, but it now includes document sharing, video, and messaging capabilities, all designed to navigate industry challenges like bureaucracy and policy.

🌍 US Market Relevance: Foxo's solutions address communication challenges in Australia and the US, adapting to local needs while solving common issues in healthcare communication.

🔄 Change Management and Adoption: Successful integration into existing systems can simplify change management and increase adoption rates, crucial for platforms like Foxo.

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