In this episode Joy Rios sits down with Angela Jonsson, the Vice President of Public Affairs at Canada Health Infoway, to discuss the critical role of interoperability in healthcare systems. Angela shares her journey in the healthcare sector, highlighting her responsibilities in connecting various medical systems to ensure seamless communication and access to patient information. She emphasizes the importance of translating complex healthcare standards for policymakers and stakeholders, ensuring that they understand the implications for everyday patients.

Episode Highlights

[00:01:08] Understanding Interoperability in Healthcare

[00:01:59] The Importance of Patient Information Transfer

[00:07:41] Angela's Day-to-Day Responsibilities

[00:09:40] The Unique Role of Canada Health Infoway

[00:19:32] The Value of Learning from Others

[00:20:51] Pathways to a Career in Healthcare Communications

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