Overview:

In this episode of Regional Health Solutions, we have an inspiring conversation with Dr Rolf Gomes, founder and director of the Heart of Australia network. Rolf is a passionate advocate for improving access to specialist healthcare in rural and remote communities. Through Heart of Australia, he has pioneered the use of mobile medical clinics to deliver life-saving diagnostic and specialist services to people in regional and outback Australia who would otherwise have to travel long distances for care. This episode was recorded in late 2024.

Heart of Australia is transforming the way healthcare is delivered in the regions, and Rolf’s insights into innovation, logistics, and patient-centred care make for a compelling discussion. We hope you enjoy this episode!

What You’ll Learn:

• How Dr Gomes’ early career inspired a bold solution to rural health access.
• How Heart of Australia delivers specialist care via mobile, high-tech clinics.
• Why private enterprise can be a powerful model for delivering healthcare.
• How strategic partnerships enable mobile clinics to serve remote communities.
• The role of government investment in strengthening regional health systems.
• How future tech like AI and drones could shape the next chapter of regional health.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Support local solutions: How can you champion rural health initiatives in your area?
2. Innovate in your own context: What barriers could be solved in your workplace or region with a little creative thinking?
3. Foster collaboration: Are there untapped partnerships in your network that could lead to better outcomes?

For resources and more conversations, visit https://statim.com.au/podcast and be part of the journey towards better health outcomes in regional Australia.

The Regional Health Solutions Podcast is produced by Ellen Ronalds Keene for Perk Digital https://perkdigital.com.au/