The GCC countries are focused on diversifying their economies and reducing dependence on oil revenues. This has led to a strong drive for innovation and interest in developing local capabilities and infrastructure. This is opening opportunities for startups in these areas, those who are willing to commit long-term. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) brings together six Arab countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. When one reads about the GCC countries, there’s nothing but the impression of prosperity: high investments, determination, and en ..read more

  In the last few years, we've witnessed a whirlwind of developments in the world of Digital Therapeutics (DTx) - from FDA approvals sparking optimism for the industry to the establishment of regulatory frameworks in countries like Germany, France, and Belgium. However, in 2023, the industry faced a stark reality check, marked by the fall of some key players and healthcare systems' hesitancy towards embracing and financing these innovations. This turbulence has reshaped strategies and raised critical questions about the future of DTx. In this podcast, Andy Molnar discusses the evolving l ..read more

  Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) have become increasingly integral in healthcare for assessing the effectiveness of treatments from the patient's perspective. What should you consider when gathering patient feedback? So, how can you design useful electronic solutions for patient-reported outcomes? Hear from Mustafa Ali Syed, Researcher at the Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, and Ben James, Co-founder/Chief Design Officer at uMotif - ePRO, an engagement platform designed to power clinical and real-world research. Both are co-authors of a recently p ..read more

  Did you know that Belgium has had an idea for classifying and validating digital therapeutics since 2018? A clear framework was formed with all main stakeholders involved - from health insurance to the industry. So why are we not hearing more about DTx in Belgium? In this discussion you will hear from Dr. Steven Vandeput -  he is the Advisor for Digital MedTech and Services & Technologies Home Assistance in Belgium; he is managing the mHealthBelgium portal and, since 2019, has been a representative for beMedTech, the sector federation that represents the industry of medical te ..read more

  The field of oncology treatments is advancing very fast with innovative therapies and approaches on the market every day. It can get very tricky to support these therapies from an IT perspective. In this episode, Anish Patankar, SVP and GM of Elekta’s Oncology Software Solutions, discusses: How to go about the US hospital market,  Development in software for oncology treatments, Challenges in scaling healthcare IT software across markets.  Show notes: [00:00:00] Introduction to Elekta: Overview of Elekta's broad footprint in oncology, including radiation equipment ..read more

  Biotech is one of the fields that has been using generative AI for years before ChatGPT brought technology to the public view. The latest tech is essential in drug development. However, the convergence of digital health and pharma seems less clear. “It takes about almost 10 years to bring drug to market. That's a long run. It means that somebody in the company leadership is willing to put his hand deep in the pocket and commit to a huge budget, a long-term view. My experience with digital health is that the executive leadership in Pharma doesn't have such patients for digital heal ..read more

  In the last few years, HLTH has become the most flashy, visible and must-go digital health event in the US. HLTH is an event where you will see a literal forest on one of the stages, be able to take a selfie with a unicorn mascot and get perks like health branded pink nail polish on your entrance. In this episode, Richard Scarfo, President at HLTH, talks about: ⭐ HLTH's approach to making events memorable, ⭐ why HLTH is taking experience economy as a guiding principle, ⭐ why is HLTH coming to Europe in June. Components of HLTH events …and what you should think about when organising eve ..read more

  Laboratory tests provide doctors with crucial information for diagnosis, monitoring disease progression, evaluating organ function, assessing risk factors for diseases and more. Laboratory testing can be reassuring, however, it is often deemed unnecessary. In this short episode recorded at HLTH, we’re going to talk about laboratory test optimization. How can it be done without undermining clinical autonomy, what kind of real-time insights can be offered to doctors with tech and more. You will hear from Pam Stahl, President of of Avalon Healthcare Solutions - American Lab Insights C ..read more

  ePrescribing has become a norm in the US healthcare system. Now the expanded role of pharmacists and the integration of non-physician prescribers into the healthcare system signifies a move towards a more accessible healthcare model, potentially alleviating some of the clinician burden. Despite the progress, there are challenges related to compensation, policy, and technology adaptation, highlighting the need for continued evolution and support in healthcare delivery systems. Introduction to SureScripts and Medication Prescribing Trends SureScripts is a health information network in the ..read more

  "Every man on this planet has one or more women within their immediate circle that they care about. And that's why they should care about women's health as well," said Marija Butkovic - founder and CEO of Women of Wearables (wearables, health tech & femtech) in an interview for Faces Of Digital Health Podcast about investments and trends in women's health. Women's health is a multifaceted field that extends beyond reproductive concerns, encompassing mental, gynecological, and hormonal health. It is important to recognize the normalcy of stages like menopause and not treat them ..read more