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Talking HealthTech

Talking HealthTechwww.talkinghealthtech.com
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.

Episodes

470 - Winter Summit 2024 Session 3: Break Glass - When the Clinical Coding Workforce Can’t Be Found

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Ravi Carothers , Head of Health Fund Relations and Revenue at Healthe Care Australia, Nicole Payne , Head of Transformation of Revenue Cycle Management at Healthscope, and Chris Mitchell , Chief Information and Digital Officer at Hunter New England Local Health District about clinical coding workforce shortages and the role of digitising medical records in addressing this issue. This episode was recorded live at the Talking Heal...

Oct 07, 202433 min

469 - Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: Patient Engagement and Technology Integration. Tara Mahoney and Jenny Reichard, Genesys

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Tara Mahoney, VP of Healthcare Practice, and Jenny Reichard, Senior Industry Executive - Healthcare, both at Genesys. They discuss the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Key topics include enhancing patient engagement through AI and digital platforms, reducing administrative burdens, and integrating technology into fragmented healthcare systems, focusing on the Australian landscape. Th...

Oct 03, 202420 min

468 - Winter Summit 2024 Session 2: Regional Virtual Care Strategy

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Leanne Anderson , Chief Clinical Information Officer at Data Capture Experts , Katrina Neav e, Manager of Loddon Mallee Virtual Care Office at Bendigo Health , and Craig Simmonds, CEO and Founder of Propell . The discussion revolves around the implementation and benefits of a regional virtual care strategy, particularly focusing on the Loddon Mallee region’s collaborative approach to health services and technology integration. T...

Sep 30, 202431 min

467 - How Quantum Computing & AI Will Transform Patient Engagement. Peter Catt, Virtual Blue Limited

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Nathan Moore speaks with Peter Catt, Director of Quantum & AI at Virtual Blue Limited, about the role of AI and quantum technologies in transforming patient engagement and clinic operations. They discuss Virtual Blue's solutions like Smart Engage and Neural Insights for Clinic Operations (NICO) and dive deep into how these applications enhance healthcare efficiency and patient interaction. Key Takeaways Smart Engage: A conversational AI solution pr...

Sep 26, 202428 min

466 - Winter Summit 2024 Session 1: Integrating HealthTech Ecosystems

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with leading voices from healthtech vendors during the Winter Summit held on the 29th of August 2024. Guests include Chris Smeed, CEO of Cubiko; Phillip Loya, Lead Business Developer and Business Strategist at Oracle Health; Danielle Bancroft, Chief Product Officer of Best Practice Software; and Kaye Hocking, Chief Product Officer at Alcidion. The discussion covers the importance of healthtech integration, consumer needs, standardisa...

Sep 23, 202432 min

465 - Designing for Dignity: Health Tech Innovations for Older Adults

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Regina Akacich speaks with Lynette Reeves , Behaviour Change Specialist at Miroma Project Factory , and Professor Kim Delbaere , Senior Principal Research Scientist at Neuroscience Research Australia. They explore the development of health technology for older adults, focusing on gamification, human-centred design, and balancing personalised care with standardised protocols. Key Takeaways Flexibility in Product Development: There is a need to adapt hea...

Sep 19, 202441 min

464 - Digital Front Door: A Platform Connecting Clinicians and Consumers

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Nathan Moore speaks with Elaria Paul, Product Portfolio Manager for Consumer Engagement at Global Health - MasterCare. They explore the concept of the digital front door, exploring its impact on patient engagement, healthcare accessibility, and the integration of modern technologies like telehealth and smart forms in the healthcare sector. Key Takeaways Digital Front Door: An all-in-one patient engagement platform designed to streamline patient interac...

Sep 12, 202422 min

463 - HIC 2024 Feature Episode

This special episode of the Talking HealthTech podcast was recorded live at HIC 2024, hosted by the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) in Brisbane. Talking HealthTech collaborated with AIDH to bring the Digital Health Studio to the expo floor, where Peter Birch from Talking HealthTech recorded discussions with key speakers and thought leaders who represented at the event. This episode features four of those conversations with leaders shaping the future of digital health in Australia...

Sep 09, 202441 min

BONUS EPISODE: Medicubes - New Developments in Chronic Disease Care and Aged Care Incentives: A Deep Dive

This special bonus episode of Talking HealthTech is a recent episode from one of the shows in the THT Podcast Network - Medicubes. Subscribe to their show below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/medicubes/id1635000183 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H6hJ1lMo8Wt5OK2rzLFkZ ----- In this episode of Medicubes, join hosts Chris, Riwka, and Kim as they delve into the latest changes in chronic disease management and the GP aged care incentives. Focusing on how the new Medic...

Sep 02, 202429 min

462 - Medtech Conference Preview: MedTech Industry Innovations and Health System Reforms. Ian Burgess, MTAA

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Ian Burgess, CEO of the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA). They delve into the complexities and opportunities within the medtech industry, discussing its growth, challenges, and the upcoming MTAA conference. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including regulatory barriers, digital health, innovation, and the sustainability of Australia's healthcare system. To learn more and register for the MTAA Medt...

Aug 29, 202427 min

461 - Digital Health Strategies in Action: How Sydney LHD Tackles Clinical Documentation Challenges

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Dr Angus Ritchie and Dr Andrew Wilson from Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) to explore the intricate ways technology, particularly advanced clinical documentation systems like Dragon Medical One, is utilised to alleviate the pressures of rising healthcare demands. Angus and Andrew offer insights from both strategic and frontline perspectives, discussing the challenges faced by SLHD's innovative solutions being implemented an...

Aug 26, 202428 min

460 - Innovative models of care: Digital Advice & Guidance with Consultmed

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by A/Prof Vikram Palit, Dr Phil Tong, and Rosie Wilson to discuss the changing landscape of healthcare information and access in Australia. They explore the effectiveness of Consultmed’s Advice & Guidance capability in facilitating specialist care, reducing unnecessary hospital visits, and providing educational value for GPs. Rosie also shares her personal challenges within the healthcare system and the potential benefits of e...

Aug 22, 202433 min

459 - Streamlined Staff Immunisation: Linden Bungey & Desleigh Smith, Ocean Health Systems

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Linden Bungey and Desleigh Smith from Ocean Health Systems about their innovative contributions to digital health. Recorded during HIC 2024, the conversation explores Ocean Health Systems' products, their applications in infection control and staff health, and the importance of data-driven decision-making in healthcare settings. Key Takeaways Ocean Health Systems has been in the digital health space for 25 years and is now focus...

Aug 19, 202420 min

458 - Inside the ARCS Annual Conference 2024

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we speak with Tim Boyle , CEO of ARCS Australia; Annree Wogan , Co-founder of ADORA Coaching & Leadership; Nick Northcott , Founder of Chrysalis Advisory; Guy Tsafnat , Founder of Evidentli; Stefan Mazy , CEO of DermR Health Solutions; and Matt Dun , Professor of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology Research at the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute. This episode was recorded at the ARCS Annual Conference 2024 and explored vari...

Aug 08, 202446 min

BONUS EPISODE: The Good GP: Digital Health Festival 2024: Medtech's Geoffrey Sayer on Transforming GP Software Systems

This special bonus episode of Talking HealthTech is a recent episode from one of the shows in the THT Podcast Network - The Good GP . Subscribe to their show below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-good-gp/id1212751478 Spotify: https://spotify.com/show/5Rw9eohsYjvMFKKyMWMKl6 ──────── In this episode of The Good GP, hosts Dr Tim Koh and Dr Sean Stevens speak with Geoffrey Sayer, CEO of Medtech, at the Digital Health Festival 2024. Geoffrey introduces Medtech, an electroni...

Aug 01, 202415 min

457 - Digitally enhanced Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Management Hub

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Sophie Turner speaks with Khika Withnell, Mariah Amjad, and Dr Megan Young from Women's Health Road about their approaches to women's health care, the integration of technology, and patient education. They discuss the clinic's mission, the importance of interoperability in health care, and how AI tools transform patient interactions. Key Takeaways: The team elaborates on Women's Health Road's comprehensive and compassionate health care model, which inc...

Jul 29, 202421 min

456 - Implementing the national digital health strategy

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Lara Spence , Founder and Managing Director of Digivate Health , and Lindsey Gough , a veteran of the public health system and Executive Advisor at Digivate Health. They dive into the design of new healthcare facilities and the necessity for innovative models in care delivery. The conversation explores the successful integration of virtual healthcare services, the critical role of seamless technology in healthcare, and the need ...

Jul 25, 202445 min

455 - Practical Steps to Healthcare Interoperability: Conversations with Sparked FHIR Experts

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Kate Ebrill, Interoperability Lead at AEHRC CSIRO and National Lead at Sparked FHIR Accelerator, alongside Danielle Bancroft, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Best Practice Software. The conversation dives deep into the world of healthcare interoperability. They explore the vital need for seamless data exchange within healthcare systems, the community-driven approach of Sparked, Australia’s national FHIR accelerator, and...

Jul 22, 202433 min

454 - HLTH Europe 2024

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Pete hosts The Beat podcast at HLTH Europe 2024 in Amsterdam. In this episode of Talking HealthTech, here a handful of the conversations recorded for The Beat, including Paula Bellostas Muguerza, Senior Partner and Global Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice Leader at Kearney, Rowland Illing, Chief Medical Officer at AWS, and Richard Stubbs, Chair of the Health Innovation Network and Chief Executive of Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber. In these d...

Jul 18, 202435 min

453 - Ripple Effect of Patient Flow in Healthcare: An Independent Study on The Benefits of Miya Flow, Alcidion

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch sits down with Nick White, Chief Marketing Officer at Alcidion, to explore the benefits of implementing modern patient flow systems in healthcare. Nick discusses the recent independent study at Alfred Health that highlights the positive impact of electronic patient journey boards on clinical workflows, bed allocation, discharge planning, and overall patient care. With his extensive healthcare tech and marketing background, Nick shares insig...

Jul 15, 202431 min

452 - Navigating Innovations in Healthcare: Supporting Start-ups and Scale-ups Towards Market Success. Sarah-Jane Anker, Anker Alliance

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Sarah-Jane Anker, Director and Founder of Anker Alliance. With a rich background in medical devices and pharmaceuticals, Sarah-Jane dives into the pivotal role of consulting services for healthcare start-ups and scale-ups. The discussion covers everything from strategic partnerships to navigating complex regulations and building robust investor relations. Sarah-Jane also shares success stories and offers insights on the future ...

Jul 11, 202417 min

451 - Improving Clinician Engagement and Clinical Care. Dr Rob Pearlman, MedApps

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch chats with Dr Rob Pearlman, founder of MedApps, at the Digital Health Festival 2024. They explore the MedApp platform, which enhances orientation and onboarding for hospital staff, especially junior doctors and nurses. Dr Pearlman shares insights about the MedApps evolution, its impact on healthcare settings, and his dual role as a clinician and developer. Key Takeaways: MedApp Overview: MedApp improves orientation and onboarding for hospit...

Jul 08, 202415 min

BONUS EPISODE: Frank and Fearless by ANDHealth: Andrew Murphy on Healthcare Startups: Robust Strategies and Market Adaptation

This special bonus episode of Talking HealthTech is a recent episode from one of the shows in the THT Podcast Network - Frank and Fearless by ANDHealth. Subscribe to their show below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/frank-and-fearless-by-andhealth/id1724711269 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Amrj4axcU9gwCl7AsS2vj?si=5b53150b3e4b4770 ──────── Welcome to the Frank and Fearless podcast, where we join brilliant individuals pushing the boundaries of science, health, and ...

Jul 04, 202439 min

450 - Digital Health Festival 2024 Feature Episode

In this special episode of Talking HealthTech, dive into the vibrant discussions held during the Digital Health Festival 2024 in Melbourne, Australia with a fantastic lineup of guests: Mani Sahihi, Company Director & COO, Foxo; Dr Talat Uppal, Director, Women’s Health Road; Nathan Moore, CEO, Frameless Interactive; Angela Ryan, Lead Healthcare Executive, JAPAC, Oracle Health; Dr Sean Stevens, General Practitioner / Clinic Owner & Director, Grove Medical; Kara Renee Burns, Digital Health ...

Jul 01, 202441 min

BONUS EPISODE: Creative Careers in Medicine: Dr Anni Mekhail on a Career as a Product Manager at Google

This special bonus episode of Talking HealthTech is a recent episode from one of the shows in the THT Podcast Network - Creative Careers in Medicine. Subscribe to their show below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/creative-careers-in-medicine-podcast/id1457313295 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0STg3XBXQ90UdwBTeyrM4U?si=wATN80LtSL-dbJUTvUFtNA&nd=1&dlsi=60851d81c3cc44ae ------ In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, host Dr Elise Putt engages i...

Jun 27, 202430 min

449 - Connecting Care Across the Globe. Chris Lucas, Orion Health

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Chris Lucas, the VP for Digital Care Records at Orion Health. Recorded during the Digital Health Festival 2024, Pete and Chris dive deep into the world of digital care records, health information exchanges (HIEs), and the global landscape of shared care records. They discuss the evolution and significance of digital care records, the challenges and solutions regarding clinician access to data, and the innovative use of AI and ma...

Jun 24, 202417 min

448 - Funding for Health Tech in Dementia & Cognitive Decline

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch explore funding for health technology in the realm of dementia and cognitive decline. Pete is joined by Dr Kaele Stokes - Executive Director Services, Advocacy and Research at Dementia Australia; Dr Amanda Vrselja - Program Head of CUREator at Brandon Capital; and Kim Smyth - GM Investment at ANDHealth. In this episode they unpack the new CUREator+ program, which offers up to $50 million in funding to accelerate research translation and com...

Jun 20, 202427 min

447 - Navigating Healthcare Business Challenges. Hanya Oversby and Jason Borody, Doceo Health

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Hanya Oversby and Jason Borody, the Co-Founders of Doceo Health, recorded live from the Digital Health Festival 2024. They discuss Doceo Health's innovative membership platform, which is designed to streamline and support business activities for healthcare practices. Hanya and Jason discuss their backgrounds, share their insights on the current challenges within the healthcare industry, and explore how their platform bridges the gap ...

Jun 17, 202419 min

446 - Does open interoperability leave the door open to hackers? Chris Royle and Stephen Burmester, Dedalus

This episode of Talking HealthTech features a conversation taken during a recent live webinar with Chris Royle and Stephen Burmester from Dedalus. We explore interoperability and cybersecurity in healthcare, reflecting on the balance between open standards and security, the implications of recent data breaches, and the future of healthcare technology. Key Takeaways Importance of Open Standards: Leveraging open standards like HL7 FHIR can foster innovation and reduce costs in healthcare systems. ...

Jun 13, 202452 min

445 - Healthcare AI Evolution: From Machine Learning to Generative AI. Melvin Chen, KeyReply

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Melvin Chen, Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of KeyReply. Melvin shares his global perspective and in-depth insights into how KeyReply transforms the healthcare industry with AI-powered solutions. They discuss KeyReply's journey, the rapidly evolving role of AI in healthcare, particularly in productivity and efficiency improvements, and the exciting expansion plans of KeyReply into the Australian market. Key Takeaways: -...

Jun 10, 202419 min
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