In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch speaks with Ian Burgess, CEO of the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA). They delve into the complexities and opportunities within the medtech industry, discussing its growth, challenges, and the upcoming MTAA conference. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including regulatory barriers, digital health, innovation, and the sustainability of Australia's healthcare system.

To learn more and register for the MTAA Medtech Conference 2024 in Sydney visit here: https://www.mtaa.org.au/medtech-conference

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Medtech: Ian Burgess explains the broad scope of medical technology, from simple devices like tongue depressors to advanced digital medtech, emphasizing the integration of digital health into the ecosystem.
• Industry Challenges: The discussion highlights challenges such as regulatory barriers, data governance, and the need for improved reimbursement pathways for digital medtech.
• Healthcare System: Australia boasts a high-quality healthcare system but faces sustainability issues. The conversation focuses on the need to treat health as an investment rather than simply cutting costs.
• Private Health System: Ian outlines the financial pressures on private hospitals and the disparity in profitability between medical technology providers and private health insurers.
• MTAA Medtech Conference: The upcoming conference, themed "Connected Today, Transform Tomorrow," aims to address these challenges and bring together various stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem to discuss innovative solutions.

Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.

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