SUMMARY

The podcast episode features Gregg Forsyth, managing director at Cardiac RMS, discussing chronic care management with remote patient monitoring (RPM) technology. He highlights the challenges clinics face with the influx of data and the importance of overcoming resistance to technological changes in healthcare. Forsyth emphasizes the potential of RPM in transforming chronic care delivery, addressing healthcare disparities, and improving patient outcomes. Successful interventions, like RPM, can proactively manage chronic conditions, reducing hospital visits and enhancing patient well-being.

KEY MOMENTS

Overcoming Information Overload

• Remote patient monitoring inundates clinics with constant data, posing challenges.
• Need for effective strategies to manage the overwhelming influx of health information.

Bridging Generational Gaps in Healthcare Technology

• The aging population and tech-savvy younger generation present unique challenges.
• Addressing fears of technology in the elderly while meeting expectations of younger patients.

Revolutionizing Chronic Care Management with RPM

• Discussion on RPM technology and its impact on chronic care management.
• Greg Forsyth shares insights on improving patient experience through remote monitoring.

Navigating Career Challenges in Healthcare

• Greg Forsyth recounts their career journey and the challenges faced in large corporations and startups.
• Emphasizes alignment of personal growth with organizational objectives.

Adapting to RPM Technology Challenges

• Remote monitoring introduces overwhelming data influx to clinics.
• Creation of third-party solutions like cardiac RMS to assist clinics in managing data effectively.

Addressing Fear of Change in Healthcare

• Changes in healthcare technology can evoke fear among both patients and providers.
• Importance of dispelling myths and ensuring a smooth transition to new technologies.

Future Predictions for Digital Health

• Anticipation of growth in digital health and its impact on patient care.
• Balancing technological advancements with patient comfort and physician engagement.

Overcoming Healthcare Disparities with RPM

• Discussion on obstacles hindering chronic care, including healthcare disparities.
• Importance of reliable internet access and patient buy-in for successful RPM implementation.

Eliminating Healthcare Disparities through RPM

• RPM technology offers the potential to bridge healthcare disparities.
• Emphasizes patient benefits and cost-effectiveness of RPM solutions.

Success Stories in Chronic Care Delivery

• Anecdotal evidence of RPM’s success in transforming patient lives.
• Example of a patient experiencing improved health and reduced hospital visits through RPM intervention.