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 discussions, explore the intricacies of building healthcare solutions, focusing on health equity, the transformative power of digital pathways, and the critical role of innovation and collaboration in advancing healthcare.

Key Takeaways

• Health Equity and Diverse Populations: Building healthcare solutions must prioritise health equity, particularly for communities of need and diverse demographics. Innovators must ensure AI solutions are built without inherent biases and put patients at the centre.
• Digital Pathways: Embracing digital pathways can optimise resources, allowing more face-to-face care for those requiring it. However, it’s crucial to recognise that healthcare solutions are not one-size-fits-all.
• Role of the Health Innovation Network: The network plays a pivotal role in navigating the NHS and translating innovative ideas into real-life healthcare solutions, emphasising collaboration across various sectors.
• Cloud Technology in Healthcare: There is an obvious shift towards cloud technology, providing enhanced security, resilience, and high-performance computing to healthcare providers while supporting both large organisations and startups.
• Addressing Gender Inequity in Healthcare: There are systemic challenges in women's health, including delays in diagnosis and lack of investment. change is needed in five key areas: reproductive health, brain health, heart health, autoimmune disease, and cancer.
• Collaborative Innovation: Success in healthcare innovation hinges on collaborative efforts among regulators, policymakers, pharma companies, innovators, academia, and the public, focusing on resolving issues in both developed and lower middle-income countries.

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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 insights on how Alcidion transforms patient flow management through innovative solutions like Miya Precision.

Key Takeaways:

• Enhanced Efficiency in Bed Allocation: The study showed a 67% reduction in call duration for bed allocation, thanks to Alcidion's Miya Precision platform. This freed up clinicians’ time and resources, making bed management more efficient.
• Reduction in Outliers: There was a significant 17.7% decline in patients being admitted to incorrect wards, improving patient care quality and reducing the length of stay.
• Real-Time Patient Information: Access to up-to-date patient data has eliminated discrepancies that previously existed between different data sources, enhancing patient safety and care.
• Improved Discharge Planning: The study highlighted the positive impact of mandatory Estimated Date of Discharge (EDD) entries, which have improved predictive analytics and bed availability planning.
• Consistency in Workflow: Before Miya Precision, the healthcare facility faced 30 different workflow variations. This number was reduced to 9, allowing staff to move between wards more effectively and maintain consistent care levels.
• Shorter Length of Stay: A 12.1% reduction in patient length of stay was observed, reflecting the overall enhanced efficiency in the system.
• Future Technological Advancements: Potential for AI and advanced predictive analytics to further enhance patient flow and bed management.

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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 of healthcare innovation, making this a must-listen for anyone in the MedTech space.

Key Takeaways:

• The Role of Anker Alliance: Anker Alliance specialises in bridging the gap between start-ups and established businesses in the MedTech and healthcare sectors.
• Importance of Consulting in Healthcare: Consulting services are crucial for healthcare start-ups to navigate regulatory challenges and execute market strategies effectively.
• Strategic Partnerships: Forming alliances with more prominent companies can help start-ups slipstream into new markets more efficiently. These partnerships often result in cost savings, faster market entry, and the ability to scale globally.
• Investor Relations and PR: Effectively communicating the value proposition is key to attracting investments and building brand awareness.
• Challenges and Opportunities in Healthcare: Regulatory complexities and post-COVID shifts are significant hurdles—however, advancements in AI, diagnostics, and preventative healthcare present exciting opportunities for innovation.

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