HealthBeats

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Abu Dhabi's commitment to bridging healthcare gaps and dismantling disparities. Join us as we discuss with Dr. Mohamed Alameri, Section Head Studies and Special Projects, from the DoH - Abu Dhabi, the current barriers to inclusive healthcare, and the initiatives aimed at improving access, addressing inequities, and fostering a more inclusive and patient-centred healthcare system. Following Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre being awarded the Global Golisano Award for International Health Leadership in June 2023, we speak to its Director-General to discuss the importance of inclusive healthcare in the UAE and beyond.

Digital health can help make health systems more efficient and sustainable, enabling them to deliver good quality, affordable and equitable care. Advancing innovations in digital healthcare has become a top priority for leaders and pioneers in this field. Through today’s session with CEO & Co-Founder of DHNY, Bunny Ellerin, you’ll learn more about the latest developments in digital healthcare from a highly influential figure. Our guest has extensive experience in entrepreneurial, corporate, and academic settings - spearheading programs and founding prestigious entities that are contributing to the on-going advancements in digital health. Tune in to hear about the key trends and challenges in digital healthcare today and how are innovations in this particular field leading to major shifts in the healthcare sector overall.

We’re all getting older, and increasingly living longer. According to the World Economic Forum, by 2050, the number of people aged over 60 is expected to more than double to 2.1 billion. Extensive research has been conducted to prove that human longevity can be extended with effective strategies and proper interventions. In this episode, we will uncover the secrets behind Ivan Vatchkov’s company Kalibra.ai's and its approach to healthspan optimisation, explore how data-driven insights and cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the way we understand and enhance our longevity. Tune in to hear what you can do today to transform your healthspan as you age in the future.

Healthcare is going global, transcending borders through innovation and collaboration. How can we accelerate this progress? Join us for an illuminating discussion with a leading voice in international medicine, Dr. Heitham Hassoun, Chief Executive of Cedars-Sinai International. Learn how global partnerships, immersive medical education, smart technologies and a spirit of empathy are advancing healthcare everywhere. From the Middle East to Los Angeles and beyond, this forward-thinking episode paints a bold vision for the future of global healthcare. By fostering connections across borders, we have the potential to not only transform lives but also shape the future. Tune in to hear insights on telemedicine, healthcare consumerism, data analytics, patient experience and more. Our guest draws on extensive experience spearheading international programs to offer an insider’s perspective on the opportunities and challenges ahead. This inspiring conversation will leave you excited about the frontier of global healthcare collaboration.

As global lifespans surge, the population of adults over 65 is projected to triple by 2100. However, the crucial question remains: can we not only age longer but also maintain robust health throughout our extended years? In this episode, host Lara Setrakian is joined by pioneering longevity expert Dr. Nicole Sirotin, CEO of the Institute for Healthier Living. Together, they explore the transformative strategies that promise to enhance healthspan as we collectively shift from "sick care" to "well care." Discover how precision medicine is revolutionising disease prevention and healthy ageing. Learn how personalised lifestyle changes like nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management can optimise physical, cognitive, and emotional vitality well into our 80s, 90s and beyond. The future of ageing on your terms is dawning. Will you embrace precision care to prevent illness, boost brain health, and unlock decades of healthspan? Join us as we dive into the lifestyle innovations that are redefining what it means to age both long and well. It's time to take charge and thrive through the age of precision.

Precision medicine has been hailed as the future of healthcare, but how close are we really to making it a reality for patients? We sit down with Dr. Videha Sharma, a clinician-innovator bridging the gaps between breakthrough technologies and real-world medical practice. He shares his vision for the exciting potential of precision medicine along with the challenges we must overcome to turn hype into tangible patient impact.

Join Ali Hashemi, Co-founder and Chairman of GluCare.Health, as he champions a future where healthcare is both digital and human. He shares insights on hybrid models blending virtual and in-person care to empower patients and providers alike. Discover how this approach can enhance outcomes and cut costs. Explore the inspiring story of a patient who embraced technology, transforming their experience with diabetes management. Hashemi emphasizes the need for compassionate care, advocating for a shift from data-driven services to actionable health outcomes.