The main barriers to Innovation and the future of Digital Public Health by Anca del Rio by Healthcare Uncomplicated published on 2024-02-12T11:05:23Z The Topic is: The main barriers to Innovation and the future of Digital Public Health We have covered: - What are the main barriers to Innovation in an Health System? - How can we overcome bottlenecks and ensure fit for purpose digital health systems? - What are the things to consider in digital health transformation from a multi-stakeholder perspective? How can we make #Healthcare Uncomplicated? Connect with Anca Del Rio: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancapdr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ancapdr SUBSCRIBE NOW - https://bit.ly/3iQ6EXP Feel free to 📣 CONNECT WITH ME 🟢: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaobocas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WearablesExpert Share this episode with your networks: https://youtu.be/Ohms-jhSW0Q?si=M4ijpWR12BPdRCYw Exploring the Barriers to Innovation and the Future of Digital Public Health In a world that is rapidly advancing in terms of technology and innovation, the healthcare sector is no exception. The integration of digital solutions into public health is at the forefront of this transformation. To gain insights into this evolving landscape, we had the privilege of interviewing Anca Del Rio, a prominent figure in Digital Public Health, Innovation Governance, and Healthcare 4.0. Overcoming Barriers to Innovation: Anca Del Rio, who brings a unique perspective as both a healthcare strategist and a former athlete, emphasized that one of the primary barriers to innovation in healthcare systems today is resistance to change. Traditional healthcare models often prioritize stability over innovation, making it challenging to introduce new technologies and approaches. Furthermore, regulatory constraints, while necessary for ensuring safety and efficacy, can also slow down the adoption of innovative solutions. Anca highlighted the importance of finding the right balance between regulation and innovation, emphasizing that fostering a culture of openness to change is paramount. Strategies for Fit-for-Purpose Digital Health Systems: In the pursuit of fit-for-purpose digital health systems, Anca stressed the significance of collaboration between various stakeholders, including governments, healthcare providers, technology companies, and patients. She emphasized that a shared vision and a commitment to innovation can help overcome bottlenecks in the development and implementation of these systems. Additionally, building a skilled digital health workforce is critical. Training healthcare professionals to effectively use and leverage digital technologies can accelerate the transition toward fit-for-purpose systems. Digital Health Transformation from a Multi-Stakeholder Perspective: The digital health transformation is a complex endeavor that involves multiple stakeholders. Anca highlighted the importance of prioritizing interoperability and data sharing. This allows for seamless collaboration between healthcare providers and ensures that patient data is secure and accessible when needed. While interoperability remains a challenge, notable success stories from countries like Estonia and Denmark demonstrate the power of digital health transformation through robust infrastructure and data-sharing practices. SUBSCRIBE NOW - https://bit.ly/3iQ6EXP #digitalhealth #publichealth #healthsystem #artificialintelligence #innovation #digitaltransformation