How does an acquisition look like from a startup founder and investor perspective?
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by Tjasa Zajc
1M ago
David Buller is a Founding Partner at Ascension Life Fund and exited founder of Avantec Healthcare. He shares insights of both raising and investing money in digital health ..read more
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In the Rapid Advancements in Oncology Treatments, How Can Healthcare IT Support Clinicians? (Elekta)
Faces of Digital Health
by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  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
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How Do Pharma and Digital Health Converge in 2024?
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  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
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Experience Economy: How To Create Healthcare Events the HLTH Way
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  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
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How Can We Reduce Unnecessary Lab Testing?
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  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
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EPrescribing in the US: How Are Non-Physician Prescribers Improving Care
Faces of Digital Health
by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  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
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"Women's Health Space Is Not Doing Much Better Today Than 10 years Ago" (Marija Butkovic)
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  "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
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Why Human Connection Is Medicine, and How is Tech an Enabler
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  Technically, we've never been more connected or had relationships with as many people as we do today, thanks to social networks on the internet. Yet, while these platforms bring convenience, they are also increasing loneliness and reducing face-to-face interactions. However, technology isn't solely a problem; it can facilitate the easier pairing of individuals who wish to assist those lacking a real-world social network. Take Papa, for example, a company that provides social support by pairing older adults and families with trained and vetted companions known as Papa Pals. In this brief ..read more
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How To Get Patient Feedback That Is Actionable
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  In patient included or patient centred healthcare approach, patient feedback is key for improved care, and healthcare experience. Pep Health uses a digital platform to collect and analyze patient feedback from various online sources, moving away from traditional, less effective survey methods. The platform provides detailed scores and insights, allowing healthcare providers to make targeted improvements in specific areas like access and quality within their facilities. The data and insights generated are influencing healthcare policies and practices, leading to changes in areas such as ..read more
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Not Just Women's Health: Trends in Fertility Tech (Leslie Schrock)
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by Tjasa Zajc
1y ago
  Among the healthcare areas gaining more and more attention is women’s health. According to BCG, Investment in women’s health care companies in the US surged to an all-time high of $3.3 billion in 2022. Women's health refers to a broad range of medical and wellness services specifically tailored to address the unique health concerns of women. Particular focus is on reproductive health, fertility, and menopause. Technology supporting women’s health can go from EHR records, telemedicine services, medical imaging, diagnostic and IVF technology, wearable devices for monitoring health, menst ..read more
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