In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch sits down with Greg Lewin, Head of Creative, Communications, & Partnerships at Updoc, to discuss the significant role of telehealth in modern medicine, and how their platform offers services such as psychiatry and chronic condition management.  They discuss Updoc's approach to healthcare, focusing on reducing wait times and making professional health services more accessible to Australians, especially in high-demand sectors like...

During HIMSS Global in Orlando Florida earlier this year, Peter Birch from Talking HealthTech spoke with over 20 different change makers and digital health experts about the current state of healthcare and the role technology plays in shaping its future.   Check out some selected interviews in this feature episode of HIMSS 24 on the Talking HealthTech Podcast, or watch individual interviews over on our YouTube channel. Featured in this episode: Anne Snowdon, Chief Scientific Research Officer...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we understand how to optimise the telehealth journey with Sophie Kessler from Coviu. Sophie shares insights into the art of onboarding patients to telehealth services and the resources available from Coviu to optimise this process. As we explore ideas and strategies, we aim to empower clinicians to effectively integrate telehealth into their service offerings, enhancing patient experience and outcomes. Key Takeaways: 🌟 The induction of clients into...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Sophie Turner speaks with Dr Brian Zimmerman to discuss clinical AI-based speech recognition as a tool for healthcare to address workforce shortages, clinician burnout & digital transformation. Dr Zimmerman, an expert in deploying speech recognition platforms in healthcare settings, shares insights from his experience transitioning hospitals to electronic health record (EHR) systems, the burden on healthcare providers inherent to these systems,...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Linus Talacko and Kai Van Lieshout, the co-founders of Lyrebird Health, about efficiency and functionality of their AI-driven documentation tool for healthcare professionals.  They are joined by Danielle Bancroft from Best Practice Software who shares insights on the importance of strategic partnerships within the health tech ecosystem and how Best Practice Software collaborates with other technology developers like...

The demanding environment of healthcare work has long been recognised for contributing to high levels of stress and burnout among practitioners.  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch attends the Creative Careers in Medicine (CCIM) Conference - Meet Me In The Mediverse 2024.  He speaks with experts who explore the depth of these challenges in the industry, advocate for transformative changes, and point towards the integration of innovation and flexibility as key solutions.  This...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Pete attends the Connect Virtual Care Conference 2024 in Sydney. The event was held over 2 days with three distinct but interconnected conferences: * The National Telehealth Conference, * The Medication Safety & Efficiency Conference, * And the newly introduced Hospital in the Home Conference. And they each focus on crucial aspects of virtual care, from the intricacies of telehealth to the nuances of medication safety and the revolutionary...

This episode of Talking HealthTech hosted by Sophie Turner features an in-depth discussion with Travis Hodgson, Chief Operating Officer at Healthdirect Australia, Aaron D’Souza, Strategic Account Manager – Government Programs at MedAdvisor Solutions, and Anish Calpakam, Head of Partnerships at Hot Doc. Together, we explore the integral collaboration between Healthdirect and healthcare software vendors that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the advancement of the Vaccine...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch sits down with Amit Vohra to discusss some big changes in CPD requirements for clinicians that are already in effect, but many don’t even realise it. Amit explains the origins of CPD Home, the changes in CPD standards, and the impact these changes have on the medical profession. Key Takeaways: - The implementation of new CPD standards by the medical board has led to significant changes in CPD compliance for healthcare professionals. -...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we sit down with Leon Young, the pioneering Founding CEO of Cogniss, to delve into the transformative world of no-code technology in digital health. Leon shares his journey from a serial entrepreneur to spearheading the no-code movement with Cogniss and reveals how no-code infrastructure is revolutionising the way digital health solutions are created and scaled globally. With insight into the origins of Cogniss, considerations for Australian companies...

In this episode of Talking Health Tech, Sophie Turner chats with Claire Wu, CEO of Breathe Into Peace. Claire shares her journey from being a therapist to founding Breathe Into Peace, and how her background in mental health has influenced her entrepreneurial pursuits. She discusses the intersection of mental health, entrepreneurship, and technology, offering insights into the polyvagal theory and its impact on the nervous system. Claire talks about developing innovative products to help...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Ben Hurst, CEO of HotDoc, delves into the world of on-demand care and the evolution of healthcare technology. Ben discusses how patients are seeking faster and more convenient healthcare solutions, which requires a shift from the traditional appointment-based care model to an on-demand approach. Join the conversation to gain insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing on-demand care in the healthcare industry. Key...

In this special feature episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch takes us to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for an in-depth discussion at the Arab Health 2024 event.  Joined by key thought leaders and experts, including Mazin Gadir, Ahmed Banna, Dr. Meshari F. Alwashimi, Thom Soutter, Hinda Daggag, Louiza Chitour, and Marwan Abdulaziz, this episode delves into the pressing challenges and emerging opportunities within the healthcare innovation space in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch interviews Elizabeth Koff, the Managing Director of Telstra Health. They discuss the critical focus areas for Telstra Health and the journey to revolutionise healthcare through technology. The conversation addresses the risks of cybercrime in a digitised healthcare environment and the measures required to safeguard systems, as well as the transformative potential of AI in healthcare and how it could redefine patient care and system...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we focus on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on radiology within public healthcare systems.  We delve into the challenges, successes, and strategies surrounding the adoption of AI in diagnostic imaging, emphasising the potential for improved outcomes in patient care.  Three of Queensland's leading radiologists, Professor Catherine Jones, Dr Sajith Karunasena, and Dr Jennie Roberts join us for an unfiltered conversation on the...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded from Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand, Peter Birch speaks with Rafic Habib, the managing director for Clinovera in the Asia Pacific. Rafic shares insights into his background in healthcare technology and the work that Clinovera does in the global engineering space. The discussion delves into topics such as patient engagement, interoperability, artificial intelligence (AI), and the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare technology...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded at Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand, host Peter Birch speaks with guest Steve Zinsli to talk about the innovative healthcare technology company, HealthNow. Steve Zinsli shares his journey and passion for making healthcare affordable and accessible, discussing how HealthNow is changing the game in the industry. From the company's background to its offerings, Zinsli sheds light on their approach to redefining employer-funded healthcare and the...

In this special bonus episode of the Talking HealthTech Podcast, we bring you the first episode of a new Season of The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast, by The Leukaemia Foundation.   The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is a proud member of The Talking HealthTech Podcast Network, the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. If you enjoyed this one make sure you subscribe to...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded at Digital Health Week NZ, host Peter Birch interviews Blaik Wilson, CEO of Cemplicity, a company specialising in patient-reported measures.  Blaik provides insights into the significance of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) in understanding patient health and experiences. The conversation covers the impact of collecting and analysing this data, the challenges faced in the healthcare...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech recorded at Healthcare Week in Hamilton New Zealand, host Peter Birch speaks with Jane Prowse, CTO of FiveP, and Nicole Hosking, Operations Director for Radiology and Molecular Imaging and Therapy at Austin Health. They discuss the development of the Baret role-based communicator app, a solution that addresses communication challenges in Austin Health. Jane and Nicole share insights into the creation of the app, its functionality, and the impact it has...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with a diverse panel of experts from the healthcare and technology sectors. Recorded during the bustling HiNZ Digital Health Week in Hamilton, New Zealand, this collection of interviews provides a valuable snapshot of the current and future landscape of health informatics in New Zealand.  Featured in this episode:  Manu Sione - Te Whatu Ora / Health New ZealandDr Simon Kos - MicrosoftAnne O'Hanlon - Orion HealthRobin Blythe -...

In this episode, Sophie Turner from Talking HealthTech brings us conversations with a variety of healthcare and technology experts recorded at Victorian Healthcare Week 2023. Key figures include Grahame Grieve discussing the "Sparked" initiative, Rebecca Meynell from the Victorian Department of Health, Cody Johansen from HealtHIE Nevada, Nickola Allan from Maryborough District Health Service, Tim Bowles from Royal Perth Hospital, Jon Herries from Te Wah Tu Ora Health New Zealand, Amy McKimm...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch leads a live stream discussion on the current state of analytics and interoperability in the Australian and New Zealand healthcare industry. The episode features guests Robbi Karp, CEO of Fluffy Spider Technologies, specialising in interoperability solutions, and Andrew Aho from InterSystems, a data platforms specialist. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities surrounding the adoption of new technology,...

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch interviews Hal Wolf, President and CEO of HIMSS, a global nonprofit with over 125,000 members advocating for the transformation of healthtech through information and technology. They discuss key highlights and must-see speakers and topics at the upcoming HIMSS 24, critical issues in healthtech, the role of artificial intelligence in healthtech, the modernised INFRAM, and the significance of sustainability in the healthcare industry. Hal...