Immerse yourself in Wollongong's innovative healthcare landscape with the Talking HealthTech podcast, featuring a special episode dedicated to the healthcare professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs driving advancements in HealthTech across Australia. Learn about groundbreaking projects, cutting-edge research, and the role of technology in the future of healthcare. Dive deep into the vibrant ecosystem of Wollongong, where healthcare providers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and university staf...
May 01, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SFEZSjmR9xc What are some changes you believe may strengthen general practice in Australia? In this episode, we hear from three general practice experts in the riveting session nine of the Talking HealthTech Summer Summit about general practice. This panel discussion featuring Riwka Hagen, Tracy Johnson, Dr Paresh Dawda and Chris Smeed addresses the ways in which some of the pressure that general practice is currently under can be relieved. Join...
Apr 27, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/O9ZTf5Z4nVA What do you think about using voice-to-text technology in the clinical space? In this episode, we hear from two very experienced doctors about the life-changing implementation of the Dragon Medical One speech recognition software in their emergency department. This episode also explores the many benefits this piece of technology has facilitated for clinicians, administrative staff, patients and loved ones. Plus, we also get some grea...
Apr 17, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ddpGEsj2cj0 In this episode of the Talking HealthTech podcast, we dive into the innovative world of Cardihab, a company revolutionizing patient care with AI-driven analytics in cardiac rehabilitation. Join us as we discuss how Cardihab leverages technology and data to improve outcomes for both patients and healthcare professionals. Listen to this episode to learn about: Cardihab's journey, led by CEO Helen Souris, with a background in Statistics...
Apr 13, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7OPgr_X0crY Making the healthcare needs of the vulnerable a priority with technology. In this episode, we hear from three seasoned professionals about the potential benefits of technology for solving healthcare problems among the vulnerable. You’ll also learn about who is actually a vulnerable person and how vendors, developers and healthcare providers can go about identifying and supporting their needs. Richard Taggart at the time of this...
Apr 10, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XJPD0wQ4qW4 Medical bionics - innovations fusing diverse technologies to transform lives Dr. Robyn Stokes is CEO of Bionics Queensland. Bionics Queensland is a platform for scientists, researchers, healthcare consumers, clinicians, and investors to collaborate and develop bionic innovations that can transform lives, with the aim of fast-tracking their discovery, development, and commercialization. Discover the fast-growing realm of deeptech inno...
Apr 06, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast GPs face countless challenges, but HotDoc is helping to solve them one by one. In this episode, we hear from a CEO and founder about the trials and successes of HotDoc over the past few years. He also dives into the problems faced by GPs on a day-to-day and how different models of operation can help business-wise and also with care delivery. In addition, this episode covers an emerging healthcare delivery model- asynchronous service. Join us as we discuss the issues that GPs are having and look ...
Apr 03, 2023•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a_7DtiwwMN4 In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch interviews Vidya Nallamad from Net-Health, a remote patient monitoring software that focuses on lifestyle conditions. Net-Health aims to improve the quality of life of patients by providing tools to manage their health. The platform is user-friendly, accessible via mobile devices, and is currently being used in over 25 hospitals in Australia. Net-Health is also partnering with a hosp...
Mar 23, 2023•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/amtBu83zgco Nicholas Dogulin is an experienced Dental Practice Growth Specialist, and he helps dental clients fill their appointment books measurably and profitably. Dental Rank is a Sydney-based digital marketing firm that specialises in SEO solutions for Australian dentists. Learn about building a solid marketing strategy for your dental practice, the power of using tech to automate marketing activities, how to go about reactivating dormant pa...
Mar 20, 2023•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a9t8_iy_z1Y Esha Oberois is the CEO & Founder of Leora and Afea Care Services. Leora , illuminates the field of mental health as a virtual self-care companion and personal mental health advocate. Discover the impact of conversational AI in mental health with Leora's virtual self-care coach. Gain insights into Esha Oberoi's journey as Leora's CEO and founder in AI and mental health. Explore chatbot potential, avatar design, user feedback, and...
Mar 13, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joe Halavazis is the Senior Account Executive at BindiMaps. BindiMaps uses simple audio instructions to help users navigate indoor spaces and find their way to their desired location. It provides accurate location information and the best possible route to reach the destination. Check out this insightful interview with Joe Halavazis from BindiMaps, where he discusses the importance of wayfinding in healthcare and how it can contribute to creating a more inclusive service. In this episode you wil...
Mar 09, 2023•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bBSAoxNtdKc Have you ever wondered how healthcare organisations keep their networks secure and up-to-date with the latest industry standards? In this episode, we sit down with Alex Swan, a technical account manager at Extreme Networks, to explore the critical role that network management plays in delivering high-quality patient care. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the latest trends in h...
Mar 06, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pXpPfULXGuU Jerry Kennard is the CEO of Evoke Projects and the founder of the Practice Success Collective. Evoke Projects specialises in healthcare and workplace design, whereas Practice Success Collective is a network of experts who provide holistic support to practice owners as they embark on the journey of starting or purchasing their own practice, and then growing their business to achieve success. This episode is about the trends within cli...
Feb 27, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Life Sciences WA Podcast, Dr Bi Mian discusses his work with the Australian Medical Angels, a medical syndicate that focuses on investing in HealthTech startups in Australia. Mian, who is a medical doctor and runs a multi-specialist medical centre in regional New South Wales, founded the group with his co-founder Dr Amandeep Hansra. The group, which has 600 members, is unique in that it consists of verified clinicians across the medical and dental fields. Mian explains tha...
Feb 23, 2023•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G3TEP_tyY18 What do you do when you are supposed to be a clinician but want to have a more meaningful impact? Santosh Kaur is a registered doctor in India. Kevin Wernli is a physiotherapist. Roy Mariathas is a 10-year general practitioner. AUSCEP is a program designed for all clinicians who have an interest in entrepreneurship and improving healthcare. In this episode, Pete speaks with Kevin Wernli, Roy Mariathas and Santosh Kaur about what you ...
Feb 20, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LD0iV473T90 What do you think the future holds for digital health? Lisa Suennen is a healthcare investor, entrepreneur and strategist from Venture Valkyrie. Elizabeth Koff is the Managing Director at Telstra Health. Luke Renehan is the founder and CEO of VaxApp. Dr Brandon Carp is a veteran founder and doctor from Prac3. ANDHealth is Australia's only organisation dedicated to providing programs designed specifically to address the unique commerc...
Feb 13, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_eTyXeK3pI0 What’s the next step in your journey as a founder? Dr Buzz Palmer has a proven track record as an entrepreneur. Makenzie Thomas builds programmes and communities at MedTech Actuator. MedTech Actuator connects the region’s broad ecosystem to empower founders to build the next wave of global MedTech, HealthTech and BioTech success stories. In this episode, Pete, Makenzie and Buzz talk about market dynamics, what’s changed since 2022 in...
Feb 09, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr Simon Wallace is Nuance's UK and Ireland Chief Clinical Information Officer for Healthcare (CCIO). Nuance is at the forefront of developing clinical understanding solutions that improve healthcare through more informed and timely decisions. Dr Simon Wallace joins Pete in this episode to discuss the importance of speech recognition technology in clinical documentation. If you work in healthcare, have you ever considered the potential applications of speech recognition technology? In this segme...
Feb 06, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aVq-970fIYk Leanne Anderson is the Account Director at Data Capture Experts. Data Capture Experts is a Melbourne-based software company specialising in Digital Workflow Transformation solutions. In this episode, Pete and Leanne discuss digital care coordination, the benefits of getting clinical data upfront for billing and reporting, balancing a purpose-driven and a flexible solution plus, lots more. Check out the episode and full show notes her...
Feb 02, 2023•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JG180rbwuLs There will always be new tech to implement; so, how do we get the adoption bit right? David Kim runs the implementation and adoption teams at 3M’s Health Information Systems division. Karen Snee works in clinical informatics at the Sunshine Coast Health Health Service. 3M Health Information Systems is committed to creating more time to care and leading the shift from volume to value-based care. In this episode, Pete features a panel ...
Jan 30, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RQVpuW6L43A Can Australia go from laggard to leap frog when it comes to digital health adoption? Berne Gibbons is the Head of Strategies and Partnerships at InfoMedix. Chris Mitchell is the Chief Information and Digital Officer at Hunter New England LHD. David Tralaggan is a Co-founder of CDIA. In this episode, explore the use of paper in the healthcare sector, how it inhibits digital progress, data accessibility and much more. This one was reco...
Jan 26, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P_PPx5ZufzY Do dreams really come true with interoperability? Danielle Bancroft from Best Practice Software, Kate Ebrill from CSIRO, Alex Duong from Monash Health and Dr Brent Barker. Best Practice Software is the leading practice management software. Helping practices focus on what matters most, their patients. In this episode, Danielle has a panel discussion with Brent, Alex and Kate surrounding interoperability in healthcare. If you missed th...
Jan 23, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube here What if it were easier to measure and relay your patients’ progress? Matt Green is the Rehabilitation Lead for Outpatients at The Wesley Hospital in Brisbane. He is also Head of High Performance with the Brisbane Lions Women's AFL team The Wesley Hospital is one of Australia’s iconic and largest private, not-for-profit hospitals situated in the heart of Brisbane. In this episode which was recorded live at VALD’s Alta Clinic in Brisbane with an audience...
Jan 19, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv7hOIKkcxc The latest episode of Talking HealthTech features interviews with three industry leaders who appeared at the AusBioInvest 2022 event in Perth. Dr Nilay Thakar, Principal of ARCH Venture Partners, delves into the mind of a venture capitalist and how to build an innovative biotech company. Dr Daniel Getts, Co-Founder and CEO of Myeloid Therapeutics, shares his insight into leveraging opportunities to accelerate innovation...
Jan 16, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Technology has become increasingly important in the healthcare industry, with innovations and data analysis helping to improve patient care and streamline processes. However, with this increased reliance on technology comes the need for improved security measures to protect sensitive patient data and critical medical systems. At the RSM Health, Business & Technology Conference, held in Sydney and Melbourne last October, industry experts gathered to discuss the potential benefits and risks of...
Jan 12, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hanya Oversby is a director at Health Business Network , a business consultancy that helps medical professionals with strategic planning and connecting with other businesses, especially startups and those looking to grow. In this episode, Hanya discusses the value of inviting successful entrepreneurial doctors to speak on the show and share their insights and ideas with the audience. She talks about the importance of working closely with clients to discuss business plans and increase valua...
Jan 09, 2023•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Pete discusses the role of a dietitian and the importance of proper nutrition with Chloe McLeod , a registered dietitian and founder of Verde Nutrition Company. In this episode, you can expect to learn: The duties of a dietitian and how they can assist individuals in achieving their health goals through informed food choices and adequate nutrients The benefits of telehealth, including accessibility and the ability to conduct consultations remotely The role of dietitians in the me...
Jan 02, 2023•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube here . Wearables have the potential to change the healthcare world. João Bocas is a wearables expert and CEO of Digital Salutem. In this episode, Pete and João look at the rise of wearables, their practical application, the barriers to wider adoption, what the future might look like and much more. No doubt, wearables are becoming quite common and so should their adoption in healthcare but with the many barriers that process faces, how can innovation, research, ea...
Dec 26, 2022•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode of the Talking HealthTech podcast was recorded at the MTAA MedTech 22 Annual Conference , an industry event for medtech professionals in Australia. During the episode, host Peter Birch has short conversations with various speakers at the conference, covering a range of topics related to the medtech industry in Australia. Some of the key topics covered in the episode include: Engaging with the government: Matthew Versi discusses the importance of the medtech industry engaging with th...
Dec 19, 2022•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is a feature episode recorded live at the Innovate Health Conference in 2022, featuring a number of speakers who were interviewed after their time on stage. The episode provides insight into the key points discussed during the conference, which focused on the role of digital health innovations in enabling diagnosis and care at home. The main themes discussed in the episode include the importance of collaboration in the healthcare industry and the potential for digital health technologies to...
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