📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RQVpuW6L43ACan Australia go from laggard to leap frog when it comes to digital health adoption?Berne Gibbons is the Head of Strategies and Partnerships at InfoMedix. Chris Mitchell is the Chief Information and Digital Officer at Hunter New England LHD. David Tralaggan is a Co-founder of CDIA.In this episode, explore the use of paper in the healthcare sector, how it inhibits digital progress, data accessibility and much more. This one was recorded at the recent Talking HealthTech Spring Summit - a full day virtual event held every quarter for THT+ Members. For more information and learn about the upcoming Summer Summit in 2023, visit the Talking HealthTech website.Check out the episode and full show notes here.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit here.

📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P_PPx5ZufzYDo dreams really come true with interoperability?Danielle Bancroft from Best Practice Software, Kate Ebrill from CSIRO, Alex Duong from Monash Health and Dr Brent Barker.Best Practice Software is the leading practice management software. Helping practices focus on what matters most, their patients.In this episode, Danielle has a panel discussion with Brent, Alex and Kate surrounding interoperability in healthcare.If you missed the THT Spring Summit, tune into the episode to learn more about one of the riveting panel discussions on various topics and issues in health tech as these guests tackle interoperability and its pathways! Check out the episode and full show notes here.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit here.

📺 Watch this episode on YouTube hereWhat if it were easier to measure and relay your patients’ progress? Matt Green is the Rehabilitation Lead for Outpatients at The Wesley Hospital in Brisbane. He is also Head of High Performance with the Brisbane Lions Women's AFL team The Wesley Hospital is one of Australia’s iconic and largest private, not-for-profit hospitals situated in the heart of Brisbane.In this episode which was recorded live at VALD’s Alta Clinic in Brisbane with an audience of some forty to fifty THT+ Members and guests, Pete and Matt look at the implementation of objective measuring in healthcare, its ROI benefits, getting clinicians to buy in, the potential impact it may have on patient outcome and much more. This episode covers a path less explored; objective measuring in healthcare. We hear from a guest who has extensive experience in the sports measurement industry about the application of similar principles in healthcare. Check out the episode and full show notes here.To see the latest information, news, events and jobs on offer at VALD, visit their Talking HealthTech Directory here. Loving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.

📺 Watch on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv7hOIKkcxcThe latest episode of Talking HealthTech features interviews with three industry leaders who appeared at the AusBioInvest 2022 event in Perth. Dr Nilay Thakar, Principal of ARCH Venture Partners, delves into the mind of a venture capitalist and how to build an innovative biotech company. Dr Daniel Getts, Co-Founder and CEO of Myeloid Therapeutics, shares his insight into leveraging opportunities to accelerate innovation in Australia and the US. Finally, Dr Arjun Goyal, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Vida Ventures, talks about translating groundbreaking science into new medicines in the 21st century. Check out the episode and full show notes here.Loving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.

Experts discuss data-driven healthcare, adapting pharmacies in pandemic, and cybersecurity in hospitals at RSM Health Business & Technology Conference. Emphasizing the importance of technology, patient care, and security measures in the healthcare industry.

Hanya Oversby is a director at Health Business Network, a business consultancy that helps medical professionals with strategic planning and connecting with other businesses, especially startups and those looking to grow. In this episode, Hanya discusses the value of inviting successful entrepreneurial doctors to speak on the show and share their insights and ideas with the audience. She talks about the importance of working closely with clients to discuss business plans and increase valuation when it comes to successfully selling a medical practice.Other topics that may be covered in this episode include the equity model, which involves giving doctors ownership shares in the institution where they work, and the challenge of negotiating from a purely business perspective as a medical professional. Hanya also shares her thoughts on the importance of maintaining a balance between the demand for services and the expenses required to provide them in order to create a sustainable healthcare system.Hanya and her team at Health Business Network have worked with medical professionals who are dedicated to becoming leaders in their field and providing the best possible care for their patients. They have also helped clients navigate the challenges of negotiating in the healthcare industry and finding creative solutions to problems.In this episode, Hanya shares stories from entrepreneurial doctors who have found innovative ways to bring value to their patients, such as the radiologist who worked with a spinal surgeon and a neurologist to develop and offer ultrasound technology as a treatment for Parkinson's disease tremors. She discusses the importance of having a clear understanding of one's value to the company, whether the potential clients are hospital developers or pharmaceutical companies.Listen to this episode to learn more about how Health Business Network supports medical professionals in achieving their goals and making a positive impact in healthcare. Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights and tips for success in the medical field.Full article available on the Talking HealthTech website here.Loving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.

In this episode Pete discusses the role of a dietitian and the importance of proper nutrition with Chloe McLeod, a registered dietitian and founder of Verde Nutrition Company.In this episode, you can expect to learn:The duties of a dietitian and how they can assist individuals in achieving their health goals through informed food choices and adequate nutrientsThe benefits of telehealth, including accessibility and the ability to conduct consultations remotelyThe role of dietitians in the medical field, including working with other professionals and providing clinical referrals for patients with chronic diseases or eating disordersThe availability of Medicare coverage for chronic illness management plans and the importance of using credible resources for nutrition informationKey learnings from this episode:A dietitian can help individuals optimize their diet and improve their overall quality of lifeTelehealth allows for convenient access to nutrition services from the comfort of one's own homeDietitians can play a crucial role in the medical field, working with other professionals and providing clinical referrals for patients with chronic diseases or eating disordersIt is important to use credible resources for nutrition information and to consider the availability of Medicare coverage for chronic illness management plansCheck out the episode and full show notes here. Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit here.

📺 Watch this episode on YouTube here.Wearables have the potential to change the healthcare world.João Bocas is a wearables expert and CEO of Digital Salutem. In this episode, Pete and João look at the rise of wearables, their practical application, the barriers to wider adoption, what the future might look like and much more.No doubt, wearables are becoming quite common and so should their adoption in healthcare but with the many barriers that process faces, how can innovation, research, early adoption and incentives contribute to its success? Tune into this episode to find out! Check out the episode and full show notes here.Loving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.

This episode of the Talking HealthTech podcast was recorded at the MTAA MedTech 22 Annual Conference, an industry event for medtech professionals in Australia. During the episode, host Peter Birch has short conversations with various speakers at the conference, covering a range of topics related to the medtech industry in Australia.Some of the key topics covered in the episode include:Engaging with the government: Matthew Versi discusses the importance of the medtech industry engaging with the government in order to drive policy and drive change. He emphasizes the importance of transparency and building trust with the government.Environmental, social, and governance (ESG): Dr Mike Freelander talks about the growing importance of ESG in the medtech industry. He notes that consumers and investors are increasingly interested in the environmental and social impacts of companies, and that medtech companies need to be aware of these issues and be proactive in addressing them.Sustainability requirements: Elizabeth Pettit discusses the coming wave of sustainability requirements in the medtech industry. She notes that these requirements are driven by a range of factors, including regulatory requirements, consumer demand, and investor expectations.Prosthesis list reforms: Penny Parrish talks about the reforms currently underway to the prostheses list in Australia. She explains that the purpose of these reforms is to improve access to prostheses for patients, and to make the process of getting a prosthesis more efficient and transparent.Talent opportunity in the post-COVID world: Lisa Dubé discusses the opportunity for the medtech industry to attract and retain top talent in the post-COVID world. She notes that the industry has been heavily impacted by COVID-19, but that there are still many opportunities for growth and innovation.Other topics covered in the episode include local research and innovation, private health insurance, real-world evidence in medical device submissions, and patient stories. If you're interested in learning more about the medtech industry in Australia, this episode is a great resource. Be sure to check out the MTAA website and mark your calendar for MedTech23, which will be held at the Sydney International Convention Centre on Monday, 30 October 2023.Loving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.

This is a feature episode recorded live at the Innovate Health Conference in 2022, featuring a number of speakers who were interviewed after their time on stage. The episode provides insight into the key points discussed during the conference, which focused on the role of digital health innovations in enabling diagnosis and care at home. The main themes discussed in the episode include the importance of collaboration in the healthcare industry and the potential for digital health technologies to improve patient outcomes and experiences.Featured In This Episode:Shannon Watt - Chief Cardiac Physiologist, Royal Melbourne HospitalCol Hackwood - Managing Director, Oneview HealthcareDr Shannon Nott - Rural Director of Medical Services, Western NSWKate Munnings - CEO, Virtus HealthDr Erol Harvey - CEO, ACMD Aikenhead Centre for Medical DiscoveryLoving the show?  Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content.  For more information visit here.