In this episode, host Sandy Vance sits down with Rob Stein of C2 Solutions, a division of Intellias, to explore how smart hospitals and connected device technology are reshaping the future of healthcare—both inside the hospital room and across rural communities.

From defining what makes a hospital truly "smart" to navigating the challenges of interoperability and integration, this conversation offers a clear-eyed look at what it takes to go digital in healthcare today. Rob shares how Intellias is helping healthcare organizations modernize infrastructure, drive better patient outcomes, and expand care delivery beyond hospital walls.

Whether you're a health IT leader, provider, or innovator looking to stay ahead of digital trends, this episode offers insights into the real-world challenges and opportunities of building smarter, more connected care systems.

In this episode, they talk about:

🧠 What defines a smart hospital in today’s evolving healthcare landscape
⚙️ The core technologies powering next-generation, digital-first care environments
🔗 How interoperability of connected devices is transforming patient care and workflows
🌍 Why smart hospitals are enabling better access to care in rural and remote areas
🤝 How Intellias collaborates with healthcare organizations during digital transformation
🔄 What information flow looked like before and after connected tech—and what’s still evolving
🧩 The complexities of integration and how to overcome them
🏷️ Why device manufacturers must innovate and differentiate in an increasingly crowded market

A Little About Rob:

Rob Stein has 10 years of consulting, advisory, managed services, and staffing experience. Focused on Medical Device and Healthcare technology consulting. C2 Solutions, offers comprehensive consulting services designed to elevate your operations in critical areas:

Product Engineering: From concept to launch, develop innovative products that stand out in the market.
Data Strategy and Analytics: Unlock actionable insights and drive smarter decision-making with our data expertise.
Artificial Intelligence: Harness the power of AI to automate processes, enhance customer experiences, and unlock new opportunities.
Cloud Application Development: Build custom, scalable, and secure applications tailored to meet your unique business needs.
Quality Engineering: Ensure your products and services exceed customer expectations with our thorough our robust QE processes.
Patient Experience (Px): In the healthcare sector, elevate the patient journey through technology that improves care outcomes and satisfaction

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