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442 - Australian Healthcare Week 2024 Feature Episode


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In this feature episode of Talking HealthTech, recorded at Australian Healthcare Week 2024, a number of industry experts uncover insights and practices transforming the healthcare landscape. 

Check out conversations with Voni Leighton, Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Vitalis Healthcare at Home; Gareth Sherlock, Former Chief Information Officer at Cleveland Clinic London; Dr Emily Kirkpatrick, Executive Medical Director at Calvary-Medibank Joint Venture (CMJV); Nirvana Luckraj, Chief Medical Officer at Healthdirect Australia; Dr John F. Lambert, Chief Clinical Information Officer at NT Health; Tim Deveson, Account Director for Healthcare Industry at Genesys; and Ken Saman, CEO of Personify Care. 


From digital transformation to patient-centric care and innovative technologies, this episode covers diverse themes pivotal to the future of healthcare in Australia and beyond.


Key Takeaways

  • Collaboration and Patient-Centric Care: Voni Leighton highlights the success of at-home services for high-acuity patients through Vitalis Healthcare at Home, stressing the importance of collaboration among healthcare providers to deliver patient-centric care.
  • Global Market Experiences and Success Factors: Gareth Sherlock discusses essential lessons from large-scale healthcare transformations across global markets, emphasising the significance of organisational culture, stakeholder engagement, reliable partnerships, governance, and financial stewardship.
  • Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Tim Deveson provides insights into improving patient and employee experiences through digital health solutions, including self-service bots and omnichannel engagement.
  • AI and Decision Support: Nirvana Luckraj explains the challenges and triumphs of implementing an AI clinical decision-support system tailored to Australian healthcare needs, which has improved accuracy and usability.
  • Executive Insights and Funding Models: Dr Emily Kirkpatrick addresses the need for funding reform and the potential of virtual and digital technologies in delivering care, particularly for multicultural communities and individuals with disabilities.
  • Human-Centred Design and Inclusivity: Dr John F. Lambert shares the principles of designing healthcare solutions for diverse populations, moving from a hospital-centric approach to a more inclusive model.
  • Innovative Consent Pathways: Ken Saman discusses a new digital consent pathway developed for genetic testing, which enhances patient understanding and improves the overall care experience.


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