The tyranny of good ideas
November 4, 2019 In my latest podcast episode, John Glaser, former CIO of Partners Healthcare, discusses EHR systems and the burden on physicians from poor design and workflows, the opportunities to advance data interoperability in the near term, and the confusing landscape around information blocking legislation. He cautions against the “tyranny of a large number […]
Digital health innovation: Addressing the two-canoe problem
Enterprises value demographic and lifestyle data on consumers more than any other form of data. Consumer data use in healthcare enterprises must overcome a few challenges first. The continuing hold of fee-for-service in payment models has implications for the adoption of technology-led innovation in health systems. In the inevitable shift towards value-based care, health systems […]
Our new website is live!
October 28, 2019 A very Happy Diwali to our readers from India. We’re super-excited to share our new website that the team has been working on this past summer. We also have a new logo. I would love to get your feedback and comments. This week, we focus on a slew of interesting and unconventional […]
Digital health innovation’s two-canoe problem
October 21, 2019 In my podcast interviews with Chief Innovation Officers in health systems, a consistent theme that emerges is the need for innovation acceleration. However, the continued hold of the fee-for-service (FFS) model in a declining reimbursement environment makes it challenging for enterprises to make significant commitments to funding innovation today. Thus, we have […]
What health systems must do to accelerate digital transformation
What health systems must do to accelerate digital transformation In a recent study based on focus group discussions with 40 health system CIO’s who are members of CHIME, we found that most CIO’s defined “digital” as a reimagining of business processes and patient experiences. Healthcare consumerism and the emergence of non-traditional players is a particularly […]
Celebrating episode 25 of The Big Unlock podcast
This week, I am very pleased to share podcast episode #25, which is a huge milestone for us. I have been extremely fortunate to be able to feature some of the most influential leaders in healthcare and technology for the past year and a half. I’m super thrilled that Ed Marx, CIO of Cleveland Clinic, […]
As Digital Health Hits a Tipping Point, New Medtech Models Emerge
Digital health has reached mainstream adoption as consumer, technology, and market forces converge to transform healthcare delivery. The resulting upheaval will have wide-reaching implications for the medtech industry. MedTech STRATEGIST
How Amazon, Walgreens and Walmart are changing the landscape for online patient experience
A slew of consumer health apps from non-traditional players have hit the market lately. Traditional healthcare providers are also stepping up to meet consumer needs and preferences. As the cost of employer-provided healthcare breaches the $20,000 a year mark for a family of four, Walmart’s corporate slogan of “Save Money. Live Better” couldn’t be more ironic. Not […]
Digital Transformation Strategy And Roadmap For A Nationally Known Health Enterprise
Digital Transformation Strategy And Roadmap For A Nationally Known Health Enterprise The client is one of the best-known brands in high-quality healthcare delivery and a trusted healthcare partner in their local and regional markets. One of their enterprise priorities is to accelerate the adoption of digital technologies and drive the digital transformation of the system. […]
Healthcare Market Strategy For A Global Technology And Data Provider
Healthcare Market Strategy For A Global Technology And Data Provider The company, a leading global provider of consumer data that has been in existence for over 45 years, has a strong presence in the banking, insurance and eCommerce sectors. Following a recent change in ownership, the company’s management had been mandated with taking a strategic […]