The next decade is a tremendous learning opportunity for those invested in digital health solutions. In this episode, Dr. Byron Crowe, Chief Medical Officer at Solera Health, shares his journey inspired by a desire to improve health systems at scale. Byron emphasizes the need to rethink chronic health conditions, affecting six out of ten US adults, highlighting the transformative potential of Solera Health’s HALO platform. The platform facilitates quicker access to tailored solutions and measures outcomes for clinically important improvements. Byron urges listeners to expand their ideas of what's possible with digital health, emphasizing the upcoming decade as a learning opportunity for those invested in innovative solutions. Tune in and learn how Solera Health, under Dr. Byron Crowe's guidance, is shaping the future of healthcare with integrated patient-centric digital health solutions! Resources: Connect with and follow Byron Crowe on LinkedIn. Follow Solera Health on LinkedIn. Visit the Solera Health website here. Get a copy of The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande here.

Direct communication between patients and cardiologists through smartphone technology has revolutionized heart health monitoring. In this episode at ACC.24, Dr. David Albert, Chief Medical Officer and founder of AliveCor, shares the journey of his company revolutionizing cardiology with innovative technology reaching over 250 million ECGs from 5 million individuals across 40 countries in 15 years. AliveCor's devices empower consumers with FDA-cleared medical products, allowing them to personally monitor their heart health anytime, anywhere, fulfilling the need for direct patient-cardiologist communication through smartphone and wireless technology. He discusses the pivotal role of AI in healthcare when augmenting medical professionals' capabilities amidst a shortage of cardiologists, and enhancing patient engagement and compliance. Dr. Albert also urges listeners to prioritize their health, utilize tools like AliveCor's Kardia brand for proactive heart monitoring, and engage with healthcare professionals regularly.  Join Dr. David Albert as he dives into AliveCor's journey, the future of AI in heart health, and the importance of proactive monitoring for everyone! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Follow and connect with David Albert on LinkedIn. Learn more about AliveCor on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about AliveCor's Kardia brand on their website.

Education about oral health is essential, as some individuals are unaware that cavities constitute a disease. In this episode, Dr. Maria Ryan, Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, discusses the innovative approaches Colgate takes to oral health, like the use of arginine as a new tool alongside fluoride for reducing caries risk. She explores integrating oral health with overall healthcare, highlighting economic benefits, promoting collaboration between medical and dental professionals, and stressing the importance of educating both professionals and the public on oral-systemic health connections.  Tune in and learn how oral health is not just about brushing teeth but can impact overall well-being and quality of life! Resources: Learn more about Maria Ryan here. Learn more about Colgate-Palmolive on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Colage’s Know Your OQ program here. Check out the Think Oral Health website for more episodes!

There is a paradigm of controlling the electronic health record and allowing people to make appropriate changes. In this thought-provoking episode, Janice Reese delves into the challenges of connecting data and systems, the impact of cybersecurity on innovation, and the potential of cloud technology and AI in shaping the future of healthcare delivery. She shares insights on healthcare innovation, emphasizing data security, and discussing industry news, standards, and strategies for a proactive, preventative, and value-based care system. Join the discussion and learn how to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare innovation while maintaining a strong focus on data security! Resources: Connect with and follow Janice Reese on LinkedIn.  Email Janice directly here.

Acorai is revolutionizing heart failure management with a pioneering non-invasive device, overcoming the challenges of inadequate monitoring tools. In this episode, Filip Peters, CEO and founder of Acorai, shares transformative insights on navigating the complexities of medical device development, particularly in heart failure management. He explains how Acorai specializes in a groundbreaking, non-invasive heart failure monitoring device aiming to revolutionize patient care. Having transitioned from a career in finance and machine learning to healthcare technology, Filip brings a unique perspective on the complexities of healthcare innovation. He shares his journey through the trials of product development and regulatory navigation in the MedTech space, as well as insights into overcoming the challenges of rapid company growth and keeping focus amidst potential distractions.  Join this episode to learn from Filip Peters about the intricacies of bringing transformative medical technology to market. Resources:  Find out more about the Esper thought leadership series here. Connect with and follow Filip Peters on LinkedIn. Learn more about Acorai on LinkedIn and the website. Learn more about Esper on LinkedIn and their website.

Moving from excitement to adoption, AI is now about solving real-world problems. In this episode, Jeffrey Sullivan, Chief Technology Officer at Consensus Cloud Solutions, discusses his 25 years of experience in technology and regulated industries, highlighting Consensus Cloud Solutions' focus on secure data exchange in regulated sectors like healthcare. Attending HIMSS, Jeff notes the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) from excitement to adoption, emphasizing its application in solving real-world problems and improving patient outcomes, stressing the importance of understanding AI's potential. Moreover, he introduces DirectTrust's initiative for creating ANSI standards for interoperable, secure cloud faxing in healthcare, likening it to the impact of the Direct Secure Messaging protocol on email in healthcare. Jeff also urges participation in this consensus-building process to advance standards and improve faxing practices in the industry. Tune in to the full episode for insightful discussions on technology adoption in healthcare and opportunities for industry involvement! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Jeff on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Consensus Cloud Solutions on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about the Interoperable Secure Cloud Fax by Direct Trust here.