Talking HealthTech

Technology has become increasingly important in the healthcare industry, with innovations and data analysis helping to improve patient care and streamline processes. However, with this increased reliance on technology comes the need for improved security measures to protect sensitive patient data and critical medical systems.At the RSM Health, Business & Technology Conference, held in Sydney and Melbourne last October, industry experts gathered to discuss the potential benefits and risks of technology in healthcare. One of the speakers, Charlie Farah, Senior Director at Qlik, emphasized the importance of focusing on the people and processes involved in a transformation journey, rather than just the technology. He also highlighted the need for a dedicated business intelligence and analytics function within an organization and the importance of gathering data to make informed decisions and prioritize efforts. Farah stressed the importance of executive support and breaking down silos in order to be successfu

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 he

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 pl

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 P

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

Attention hospitals… don’t be alarmed! David Pare is the Chief Technology Officer at OlinquaOlinqua is helping hospitals to optimise their workforce, healthcare and patient outcomes with unified communications, location and mobility solutions. In this episode, Pete and David discuss operational workflows in hospitals, alarm fatigue in healthcare, the importance of integrations and partnerships amongst healthcare technology and a lot more too.This episode addresses an issue that every hospital employee is familiar with- being bombarded with numerous notifications and sometimes not knowing how to act on them. Tune in to learn how Olinqua is combating this issue through system integration and optimisation. Check out the episode and full show notes here.To see the latest information, news, events and jobs on offer at Olinqua, 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 heal

Driving innovation in aged care and digital health.This episode features a conversation with: Andrew Tulloch - General Manager for Pipeline & Growth at ANDHealthCharlotte Summers – Founding COO at DDMAdam Glasofer - Global Head of Healthcare at AWS, with a lot of experience across the Health and Government sectors George Patapis – Health Alliances Lead, Asia Pacific and Japan at AWSIn this episode, we'll discuss how the care of an ageing population will spur technological advancements in the future and how ANDhealth and AWS are taking on the task of making elder care more widely available and economically viable in the years ahead. Learn about how technology can drive innovation for aged care and digital health in this interview with Andrew Tulloch of ANDHealth, Charlotte Summers of DDM and George Patapis and Adam Glasofer both from AWS.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

Dr. Louise Metcalf is the CEO and founder of Gheorg. Gheorg is the little robot who helps kids 7-12 years old with anxiety and to build resilience. Gheorg connects home, school and psychologists to make a meaningful impact in kids lives.Listen to this episode to find out how Gheorg can help your kids deal with anxiety, the future of Gheorg and digital health therapies, as well as regulatory information on these topics, will be discussed.Check out the episode and full show notes here.To see the latest information, news, events and jobs on offer at Gheorg, 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.

Listen to this episode to learn about the key themes in aged care at the moment, and what role technology plays to help from various speakers at the 4th Annual Aged Care Tech Summit 2022 in Sydney. .

In this episode, you will learn more about the launch of a virtual neonatology programme in two rural hospitals that connects the expertise of neonatologists in rapid time. This episode also brings to you an in-depth explanation of the difference between using Zoom and this video-consult-specific solution and its importance. Plus, hear from seasoned professionals about the key lessons to bear in mind when setting up a virtual programme and so much more.

Have you ever pondered the possibility of a remote diagnosis of skin cancer? In this episode, you will learn about Dermscreen and how it champions digital imaging concerning skin cancer and skin check. You’ll also know more about digitising the skin check workflow, using technology to address shortages of specialists, and improving affordability and accessibility so more patients can access the care they need.

Listen to this episode as Pete interviews a range of speakers at Australia’s largest digital health transformation event, the Digital Health Festival, as they round up the discussions that took place during their sessions.

If you’re a man, a clinician or know someone affected by prostate or testicular cancer or mental health challenges, then you know how hard it is to access additional care, support or quality resources. In this episode, you will hear more about the efforts of Movember to improve prostate, testicular and mental health care for men across the globe. You will also learn about the importance of having strong academic evidence, the clinician’s role in all of this and much more.

Hear about Pete’s background in healthcare management including his first job phoning GP clinics chasing up medical reports for life insurance applicants, his own experience running GP clinics across the country including the technical and people challenges he faced and how he overcame them, as well as the power of podcasting and what’s next for Talking HealthTech.