Digital Health InfoCast

The health system has changed rapidly with the widespread adoption of virtual care. But new technologies and new opportunities also bring new expectations. Underlying assumptions around health system roles, access and experiences are shifting. We examine the forces at play and explore ways in which the health system might meet Canadians' evolving expectations.

Thank you to TELUS Health, sponsors of this episode.

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As we look beyond the pandemic, it's clear that digital health literacy is becoming indispensable for patients, families and caregivers. Explore resources, tips and hopes for the future with patient partners Cindy Lapeña and Anne O'Riordan and Angela Jonsson, Infoway's Senior Director, Stakeholder Engagement.

Be sure to visit Infoway's Digital Health Learning Program and the Virtual Health Research Group!

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Digital Health InfoCast is produced by Canada Health Infoway and copyright under a Creative Commons license.

When the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, clinicians rapidly adopted virtual care to help keep themselves and their patients safe. Nearly two years later, how has clinicians' use and perception of virtual care changed? Physicians Dr. Amanda Condon, Dr. Soreya Dhanji and Dr. Rashaad Bhyat share their experiences and look to the future.

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The online world has helped us stay connected, even when we've had to be apart. But whether we're having a virtual visit with our primary care provider or shopping for the latest smart pedometer, it's important to make sure that we are staying safe and secure online. Our expert panel shares their tips.

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The pandemic has taken an unprecedented toll on those who deliver care. What are the unique mental health challenges that clinicians are facing, and how can technology help connect them to support? Tim Rice, CEO, The Rounds, and family physicians Dr. Robert Sealey and Dr. Rashaad Bhyat join us for this important conversation.

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Technology has revolutionized how we work, communicate and socialize. But what's on the horizon for health care? Join Aneesh Chopra, former Chief Technology Officer for the United States, and Infoway's Brad Keates, Senior Director, Innovative Technologies to explore futures in heath technology.

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Innovative technologies like AI are creating new opportunities for the health system — and new ethical considerations as well. How do we maximize the benefits of new technologies, while mitigating harms and unintended consequences? Join Infoway CTO Mario Voltolina and MIT scholar and former White House technology advisor, Dr. R. David Edelman.

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In May 2021, Canada Health Infoway and the Canadian Medical Association partnered to conduct a national survey to explore the use of virtual care by physicians. Dr. Ann Collins (President, CMA) and Michael Green (President & CEO, Infoway) unpack the survey findings at the recent Infoway Partnership Series session, in a conversation led by Sukirtha Tharmalingam (Manager, Evaluation Methods, Infoway).

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The COVID-19 pandemic triggered rapid adoption of virtual care as Canadians needed to stay physically apart. But how might virtual care fit into a post-pandemic health system? Join Infoway's Barry Burk, Executive Vice President, Virtual Care Programs, and Shannon MacDonald, Managing Director, Accenture to discuss key considerations for sustaining virtual care over the long term.

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Last year, Canada Health Infoway engaged in a consultative process to start a national dialogue about how to achieve the best future for Canada's health system. Recently, Infoway's Shelagh Maloney, Dr. Zayna Khayat from SE Health, and Lisa Purdy from Deloitte Canada shared their insights at a C.D. Howe Institute event: Reimagining the Future of Canada's Health Systems.

Follow @CDHoweInstitute on social media and visit www.cdhowe.org to learn more and view upcoming events.

Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.

Digital Health InfoCast is produced by Canada Health Infoway and copyright under a Creative Commons license.