Talking HealthTech

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  628 - Smart Health Asia Insights: Technology, Collaboration, and Healthcare's Future in Asia 30.07.2026 31mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Madhu Sasidhar, CEO and President of Apollo Hospitals, Luciano Bristia, Asia Pacific Business Lead at InterSystems, and Kym Chua, Executive Director of Messe Berlin Asia Pacific.The discussion covers healthcare system challenges, digital transformation, AI adoption, workforce shortages, regional collaboration, and what it takes to drive innovation across Asia-Pacific health sectors.The conversation explores how AI is easing pressure on clinicians, from assisting radiologists with scans to helping nurses pull up patient information faster.It also touches on the urban and rural divide in access to care, Indonesia's push for a unified national health record, the importance of adapting solutions to local markets rather than adopting them outright, and how sustainability is shaping infrastructure decisions across the region.This episode was recorded during Smart Health Asia in Singapore, an event that brought together over 3,000 participants from 18 countries.It features interviews and observations captured during the event, highlighting perspectives from senior leaders, technology providers, and event organisers.Key Takeaways🩺 Access to healthcare and technology is a significant challenge in India and Southeast Asia, with urban-rural divides and workforce shortages affecting service delivery.🤖 AI and digital technologies are being leveraged for efficiency gains, assisting with diagnostics (radiology, stroke, colonoscopy) and reducing clinician workload.🌏 Regional health challenges and solutions differ greatly; mature markets like Australia and Japan contrast with fast-growing, young populations in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.💡 Collaboration across healthcare providers, policymakers, and technology vendors is seen as essential for scalable, effective innovation.🔥 Initiatives like Indonesia's "Satu Sehat" (One Health) aim to create nationwide health records, especially targeting preventive care as a strategy for future public health management.Timestamps00:00 - Event Introduction: Smart Health Asia00:48 - Madhu Sasidhar, CEO Apollo Hospitals08:23 - Luciano Bristia, InterSystems, Asia Pacific23:02 - Kym Chua, Event Organiser and Executive Director, Messe Berlin Asia PacificCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  627 - The Future of Biopharma: AI, Automation, and Clinical Trial Breakthroughs at BIO2026 28.07.2026 34mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Jayden Rogers (CEO, Linear Clinical Research), Dr Stacie Calad-Thomson (Business Development Lead, Nvidia for Pharma Labs and Manufacturing), Arjun Bhat (Co-Founder, Clinrol), and Tran Le (General Manager, Hippocratic AI).The conversations cover the changing landscape of clinical trials and drug discovery, the growing role of AI in patient recruitment and drug development, and innovations in technology and operational efficiency in life sciences.The discussion covers why Australia has become an attractive destination for global clinical trials, from its regulatory environment and world-class clinicians through to the integrated networks that help international sponsors find the right partners.It also looks at the practical realities of running a trial site, where regulatory approvals, staffing, patient engagement, and sensitive data all need to be managed at once, and how purpose-built platforms are taking on the repetitive work so research teams can focus on patient care.This episode was recorded during the BIO International Convention in San Diego, featuring conversations with scientists, founders, investors, and healthcare decision-makers addressing challenges and opportunities across the biotech sector.Key Takeaways🧬 AI and automation are transforming clinical trial recruitment, streamlining patient matching, eligibility screening, and follow-up tasks🚀 Australia’s reputation for clinical trials continues to grow, supported by a strong regulatory environment and quality healthcare ecosystem💡 Open source tools and AI models are making computational drug discovery more accessible for non-specialists in science and medicine🧑‍⚕️ Technology advancements allow clinicians and trial sites to focus more on patient care by reducing manual and repetitive efforts🔗 Collaboration across pharma, biotechs, technology providers, and regulators is essential to tackle operational bottlenecks and accelerate drug developmentTimestamps00:00 - Introduction01:07 - Jayden Rogers, CEO, Linear Clinical Research08:25 - Dr Stacie Calad-Thomson, Business Development, NVIDIA17:55 - Arjun Bhat, Co-Founder, Clinrol26:52 - Tran Le, General Manager of Life Sciences, Hippocratic AICheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  626 - Turning Trends Into Action: Oura Ring 4 and Its Place in Healthcare 23.07.2026 13mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Robyn Birch about their experiences using the Oura Ring 4, exploring how this wearable device fits into the broader clinical ecosystem.The conversation focuses on the practicalities and implications of using wearables for health monitoring, such as bringing data into clinical consultations, comparing its ongoing data with clinical-grade tools, and considering the everyday healthcare impact for consumers and clinicians.After six months of daily wear, Peter and Robyn share what the ring got right, where it fell short, and the moments the data prompted real action, including a GP visit that led to a formal sleep study.They also discuss the scepticism patients can face when bringing consumer device data to their doctor, the role of trends and baselines over exact numbers, and what wearables are revealing about areas like sleep, recovery and women's health.Key Takeaways🟢 Wearables like the Oura Ring are increasingly used to support meaningful conversations with healthcare professionals🟢 Data trends from wearables are more useful than one-off readings for both consumers and clinicians🟢 Ongoing wearable monitoring complements, but does not replace, clinical grade diagnostic tools like sleep studies🟢 Presenting continuous wearable health data can help drive further medical investigation when necessary🟢 Wearable data is becoming more accepted by clinicians, helping patients become proactive participants in their healthTimestamps00:00 - Introduction & Oura Ring overview02:27 - Wearables in clinical conversations04:05 - Data trends vs. one-off readings05:07 - Wearable data leading to clinical action09:35 - Clinical sleep study vs. wearable metricsCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  625 - Breaking Silos at DHF26: Telstra Health's Corus™ Modernises Patient & Clinician Experience 21.07.2026 19mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Dr Monica Trujillo, Chief Health and Risk Officer, and Farhoud Salimi, Chief Technology Officer, both from Telstra Health.The discussion covers the ongoing fragmentation of Australia's healthcare system, the challenge of integrating diverse legacy systems and the announcement of Telstra Health's new platform, Corus™, a unified care intelligence ecosystem built in partnership with Snowflake, Smile Digital Health and Salesforce.Peter, Monica and Farhoud explore how modern cloud architecture, interoperability standards, cybersecurity and AI are being brought together to support seamless healthcare delivery, from the data spine that unifies patient records through to curated AI agents designed to ease clinical workflows.They also unpack the shift in thinking from connected care to care connected, keeping the moment of care at the centre with the technology built around it.The episode was recorded live at the Digital Health Festival 2026 in Melbourne, part of a series of episodes captured at the event, where more than 8,000 health leaders, clinicians and innovators gathered to explore what's next for the sector, and brings together perspectives from both technology and clinical leadership on what meaningful digital change in health really takes.Key Takeaways🩺 Healthcare in Australia is made up of multiple independent, legacy systems, rather than a single integrated system🕸️ Integration challenges stem from varied data standards, terminology, and the need for high data reliability🌐 The new Corus™ platform combines modern interoperability standards (FHIR), a robust data spine, and partnerships with technology providers like Snowflake, Smile Digital Health, and Salesforce🔒 Cybersecurity and clinical governance are crucial in developing safe, secure, and trusted digital health solutions👩‍⚕️ Corus™ aims to empower both patients and clinicians by enabling more efficient workflows, seamless data access, and self-management, supporting a shift toward preventative and proactive healthcareTimestamps00:00 — Episode introduction and guest intros01:48 — Why healthcare remains fragmented03:47 — Technology challenges integrating systems04:15 — Modernisation and standards aligning05:12 — Corus™ platform announcement07:09 — What Corus™ enables and its architecture10:00 — The "data spine" explained11:06 — AI integration and customisation13:17 — Managing cybersecurity and clinical governance15:04 — What success looks like for Corus™Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  624 - Telehealth for Regional Australia: Updoc's Mission to Bridge Healthcare Gaps at DHF26 16.07.2026 19mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech Peter Birch speaks with Dylan Coyne, co-founder at Updoc, about the origins and growth of the Updoc platform, the challenges and opportunities of providing accessible healthcare across Australia, and the balance between technology, trust, and scalability in digital health.The conversation traces back to a personal injury that exposed the inefficiencies of the traditional healthcare system, sparking the idea for a platform built around convenience and access.The episode explores how Updoc is addressing gaps in rural and regional healthcare access, fostering a supportive culture for both patients and clinicians, and participating in the development of national telehealth standards.Recorded live at the Updoc booth during DHF26, The Digital Health Festival, the conversation highlights the ongoing innovations and real-world community engagement driving the company's mission.Key Takeaways🩺 Updoc aims to be a digital "front door" to healthcare, offering on-demand consultations without the need for traditional appointments or waiting rooms.🌏 Rural and regional Australians represent nearly 40% of Updoc’s consultations, reflecting critical healthcare access barriers outside metropolitan areas.🔒 Trust and data security are central to Updoc's operations, safeguarding both patient and doctor information while fostering confidence in telehealth solutions.💡 Bootstrapping the company drove a focus on sustainability, leading to scalable offerings like unlimited telehealth subscriptions.📜 Updoc played an active role in developing national telehealth standards, advocating for shared quality, credentialing, and feedback systems across the industry.Timestamps00:00 - Updoc's origin story02:07 - Making healthcare accessible and convenient04:22 - Impact and scale—reaching over a million Australians05:24 - Building trust with patients and clinicians08:20 - Serving rural and regional communities09:09 - Community Access Programme and in-person outreach12:01 - Attracting and supporting clinicians through flexibility15:06 - National telehealth standards initiative16:36 - Updoc's future and role in the healthcare ecosystemCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  623 - Digitising Healthcare at Scale: Safe AI, Smarter Workflows and the Future of Care 14.07.2026 43mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Dalibor Frtunik, CEO of Sorsix, about how their platform Pinga® is building the backbone for the future of digital healthcare.The conversation covers Sorsix's origins in North Macedonia, where the company cut its teeth integrating an entire national health system from the ground up, through to the concept of a health operating system and what that means in practice for clinicians, administrators, and patients alike.Frtunik unpacks how AI-powered digital pathways are being deployed safely within clinical workflows, why the balance between customisation and standardisation matters more than ever, and how Sorsix approaches compliance and governance using frameworks like ISO 42001.The episode also explores the growing role of data in preventative care, the limitations of old-style integration, and what the next decade of digital health transformation will demand from platforms and health systems alike.Key Takeaways💡 Sorsix’s platform Pinga® acts as a health operating system, integrating different healthcare workflows from individual clinics to entire countries⚙️ Pinga® supports both clinical and administrative workflows, including triage, long-term care management, screening programs, and preventative pathways🤖 AI is already in practical use within Pinga®, supporting operational efficiency and improved clinical outcomes, but safety and compliance remain priorities🔒 ISO 42001 certification for AI is a critical part of building trust and governance in healthcare platforms🌏 Sorsix’s experience shows that future health systems will need interoperable, flexible, AI-enabled technology that adapts to local workflows and supports ongoing digital transformationTimestamps00:00 - Introduction to Sorsix and Pinga®05:22 - Concept of a health operating system07:04 - Solving healthcare interoperability and scheduling13:02 - Balancing customisation with compliance17:04 - Building clinical and administrative digital pathways31:36 - Certification, ISO 42001, and AI safety37:11 - Looking to the future of interoperable, patient-centred systemsCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  622 - From Legacy Systems to AI-Driven Healthcare: Tackling Cybersecurity and Innovation at DHF26 09.07.2026 21mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch sits down with Cameron McBride, Divisional Director of Digital Technology Services at Western Health, Chris Fisher, Head of Solution Engineering for Asia Pacific and Japan at Island, and Jeroen Nguyen, Solutions Architect from Endpoint Focus to explore what it really takes to modernise digital workspaces in healthcare.The conversation moves through the everyday challenges of implementing secure and efficient technology in hospitals, the flow-on impact on clinician workflows, the cybersecurity considerations that come with managing sensitive patient data, and the complexities of compliance in a global context.The discussion also looks ahead to the future of AI integration at the point of care and what it will take for emerging technologies to earn the trust of clinicians and patients alike.Recorded live at DHF26, the Digital Health Festival held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, this episode features a multi-guest panel discussion captured in front of a live audience at one of Australia's premier health innovation gatherings.Drawing on real-world examples from Western Health and technology partners active in the Australian healthcare sector, the panel offers a grounded look at how digital transformation is unfolding on the ground, not just in theory.Key Takeaways🖥️ Legacy applications and insecure browsers create significant risks and challenges, addressing them simplifies IT service delivery and enhances security🔒 Moving security controls into the browser provides more effective protection and flexibility compared to traditional network-based layers⚡ Improving clinician access to critical systems, such as electronic medical records, directly impacts patient care by reducing wait times📊 Enhanced analytics and visibility tools enable IT teams to better monitor user behaviour and application performance🤖 Integrating AI-driven workflows and secure technology environments is paving the way for future innovations in healthcare deliveryTimestamps00:00 - Introduction and guest backgrounds03:04 - Challenges with legacy apps04:08 - Island's place in security landscape07:02 - Security at the browser level09:01 - Clinician workflow improvements11:36 - IT analytics and reporting benefits12:57 - Implementing technology changes in healthcare17:27 - Future plans and AI integrationCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  621 - From Innovation to Adoption: Solving the Digital Health Distribution Problem at Scale 07.07.2026 41mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Bettina McMahon, CEO of Healthdirect, clinical governance and digital health safety expert Chris Boyd Skinner, and Leon Young, founder of Cogniss and Ripple Scale, about the ongoing challenges and potential solutions in scaling the adoption of digital health tools beyond pilots and siloed deployments.The conversation explores why so many effective tools in women's health, mental health, children's health, and long-term care struggle to reach the people who need them most.The group discusses portfolio-based adoption models, the limitations of one-app-at-a-time procurement, and the growing case for a digital health publisher model that can validate, distribute, and maintain tools at scale.The episode also covers clinical trust and regulatory frameworks, the risks of shadow IT, the barriers facing direct-to-consumer digital health, and how innovations such as Ripple Scale are working to address the gaps in app distribution and uptake.Together, the guests make a compelling case for why collaboration, shared infrastructure, and smarter funding models are the next step forward for digital health.Key Takeaways🌐 Many digital health tools struggle to scale beyond pilots due to barriers in adoption by health providers.🤝 Clinicians and researchers are often required to become startup founders to drive adoption, even if their expertise is in care, not business.🏥 Health systems face challenges in assessing, procuring, and managing hundreds of separate digital health apps.🔒 Clinical safety, regulation, and building trust are essential for the widespread uptake of digital health technology.🚀 Portfolio-based models and digital publishers like Ripple Scale offer alternatives to fragmented app distribution, making it easier for providers to offer trusted digital solutions across key health areas.Timestamps00:00 - Introductions & background03:21 - Cogniss mission and innovation04:52 - The need for a digital health publisher05:28 - Barriers to adoption: system and innovator challenges12:37 - The perspective of Health Direct and large organisations17:57 - Consumer vs. provider-facing digital products19:00 - Clinical safety, trust, and governance26:30 - "Shadow IT" and its impact33:52 - Advice for digital health tool creators36:15 - Next steps for Ripple ScaleCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  620 - From Know-What to Know-How: Medcast’s Journey with Medical-Grade AI at DHF26 02.07.2026 21mnt

  Find out how Medcast is building trustworthy medical-grade AI in this episode of Talking HealthTech, recorded live at the Digital Health Festival 2026 in Melbourne, Australia's premier gathering for health innovation, technology, and policy.Peter Birch sits down with Dr Stephen Barnett, CEO of Medcast, to explore what it genuinely takes to make AI safe, reliable, and fit for purpose in a clinical setting.With a background spanning general practice, research, and digital health innovation, Barnett brings a grounded and practical perspective to one of the most talked-about topics in healthcare right now.Together, they unpack the concept of knowledge translation, the persistent gap between cutting-edge AI and trustworthy clinical tools, and why large language models alone are not enough.The conversation covers retrieval-augmented generation, the risks of AI hallucinations, the importance of curated and validated data sources, and the orchestration layer that sits between a powerful model and a safe medical answer.They also discuss how clinical workflows are changing, the shift in how doctors use digital tools in front of patients, and the emerging conversation around patient-facing AI.Key Takeaways🧑‍⚕️ Knowledge translation in healthcare relies on getting the right information to the right person at the right time, impacting both clinician learning and patient outcomes.🤖 Large language models require an orchestration layer and data curation processes to be considered "medical grade" and trustworthy for clinical use.🔎 Retrieval-augmented generation and other governance measures help address hallucinations and bias in AI-powered healthcare solutions, supporting quality, safety, and auditability.💡 Medluma, Medcast's AI platform, addresses compliance, standardisation, and onboarding within healthcare organisations, while empowering clinicians with trusted knowledge access.📱 Patient-clinician trust depends on using validated, professional tools for information sourcing, and future AI integrations may also support patient self-service within set guardrails.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction and guest overview00:44 - Medcast origins and purpose02:54 - Obsession with AI and knowledge translation03:49 - Medical safety in language models06:13 - Techniques for trustworthy AI10:01 - Adapting to rapid AI changes13:32 - Knowledge translation across clinical and non-clinical roles14:49 - Patient trust and professional boundaries18:22 - Medcast and Medluma future roadmapCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  619 - Practical AI in Public Health: Eastern Health at the Microsoft Stand at DHF26 30.06.2026 15mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Suma Shivalingaiah, Chief Information Officer at Eastern Health, about the practical use, governance, and impact of AI and digital technologies in a large Victorian public health service.The conversation covers the AI journey at Eastern Health, from addressing a significant cyber incident that reshaped the organisation's digital strategy to building internal capability, upskilling staff, and deploying AI across both administrative and clinical workflows.Suma shares how Eastern Health approaches AI governance through a dedicated committee that assesses and manages risk across all tools and platforms, why cybersecurity remains the organisation's top priority, and how clinician buy-in is central to any successful implementation.The discussion also touches on real-world pilots including GP referral triage systems, help desk and policy management agents, and Emergency Department wait time predictions, as well as the role of university partnerships in accelerating AI adoption.This episode was recorded live at the Microsoft stand during the Digital Health Festival 2026, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in May 2026, as part of a series of conversations captured across the event.Key Takeaways🛡️ Governance and cybersecurity are foundational for AI deployment in healthcare, and a dedicated committee is needed to ensure safe use of digital tools⚙️ Real-world AI success starts with addressing repetitive and administrative tasks for staff and clinicians, using agents like help desk and policy management tools👨‍⚕️ Clinician and staff buy-in is critical. Adoption depends on early engagement and solving actual pain points📊 AI in clinical workflow includes initiatives like triaging GP referrals and predicting ED wait times, always as a support tool, not a replacement for clinicians🎓 Building AI literacy, continuous training, and partnerships with universities are essential for capability uplift and safe technology integrationTimestamps00:00 - Introduction & Episode Setting00:28 - Overview of Eastern Health01:35 - Practical AI applications02:51 - AI agents & support tools03:57 - Importance of clinical buy-in05:33 - Governance & cybersecurity foundations06:30 - AI use case—triaging referrals08:31 - Justifying AI adoption in public health10:02 - Automating clinical notes & admin11:16 - Multi-pronged strategy & advice12:02 - Lessons for healthcare leadersCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  618 - Real World Challenges & Successes in Implementing Healthcare Technology with Rauland Australia & New Zealand 25.06.2026 44mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Jacqueline Leeds, CEO of Rauland Australia and New Zealand, Vickie Knight, General Manager for Clinical Services at Rauland Australia and New Zealand, and a panel including Robin Mann, Chief Digital Information Officer at Monash Health, Richard Taggart, CEO of eHealth NSW, Jayne Barclay, National Director of Healthcare Platform at St Vincent's, and Emily Mailes, Executive Vice President at Optimum Healthcare IT.Recorded live during the Healthcare Leaders Breakfast with Rauland Australia and New Zealand in Melbourne, the conversation brings together some of Australia's most experienced digital health leaders for an honest discussion about what it actually takes to deliver technology that works in a real clinical environment.The panel covers the realities of implementing healthcare technology from strategy through to execution, including the importance of co-designing with clinical teams, navigating legacy infrastructure, managing stakeholder engagement, and dealing with the resource constraints that shape what is achievable.The conversation also explores how organisations can build a compelling business case, ensure measurable benefits are realised, and scale innovation without losing sight of patient care.Key Takeaways🧩 Enterprise thinking is essential for managing complex healthcare tech environments, particularly integrating new solutions into legacy systems👩‍⚕️ Clinical workflow mapping, including workarounds, is crucial for successful technology deployment and co-design with clinicians💸 Investment in digital innovation must balance legacy system costs and future benefits, requiring creative funding solutions and engagement with financial leaders📞 Standardising processes, such as critical consumer escalation pathways, improves safety and user experience🔍 Focus on defining and measuring the actual problem solved by technology, ensuring real value and operational impact for healthcare staff and patientsTimestamps00:00 - Event introduction and context03:10 - Jacqueline Leeds on Rauland's platform approach09:59 - Vickie Knight on execution challenges in healthcare17:31 - Panelist intros and real-world project examples28:54 - Innovation, investment, and budget barriers41:43 - Final advice for healthcare leadersCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  617 - Inside Olinqua's Integrated Platform and Smart Device Deployments at DHF26 23.06.2026 20mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch sits down with Martin Moszczynski, CEO of Olinqua, to explore the evolution of hospital communications technology in Australia.They dig into the real-world challenges of moving away from pagers to smartphones, the infrastructure decisions that come with that shift, and what it takes to modernise communications across an entire hospital workforce.Martin shares insights from Olinqua's large-scale projects in Victoria, discussing the practicalities of tech adoption, the importance of system integration, and why the focus needs to be on frontline staff rather than patient-facing solutions.The conversation also touches on the tension between legacy systems and modern platforms, the role of AI in software development, and how real-time location technology is opening up new possibilities for workflow improvement and patient transfer logistics.This episode was recorded live during the Digital Health Festival 2026 in Melbourne, Australia and shares a deep-dive conversation captured at the event.Key Takeaways📱 Hospitals are transitioning from aging pagers to smartphones for greater capability, integration, and reliability🔄 Tech upgrades are often driven by infrastructure maturity and end-of-life legacy systems, not just a desire for new tech✨ Modern solutions centralise multiple workflows: emergency alerts, task management, and mobile duress onto a single platform👩‍⚕️ The main focus is improving staff experience, convenience, and freeing up time for direct patient care📍 Real-time location technology is a major area of investment, enabling efficient asset and patient tracking for workflow innovationTimestamps00:00 — Introduction and setting00:29 — Olinqua’s current projects01:17 — Pagers vs smartphones in hospitals03:13 — Reasons for upgrading communications tech05:55 — Recent deployment examples08:51 — Staff centricity vs patient centricity12:34 — Impact of AI and easy-to-create software15:55 — Olinqua’s priorities: location tech and innovationCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  616 - Inside Lyrebird at DHF26: The Rapid Growth of AI Tools in Australian Healthcare 18.06.2026 21mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, recorded live at the Digital Health Festival 2026 (DHF26), Peter Birch speaks with Kai Van Lieshout, CEO and founder of Lyrebird Health, and Dr Ray Boyapati, Chief Clinical Officer at Lyrebird Health and a practising gastroenterologist at Monash Health.The discussion explores the evolution of Lyrebird Health's AI-driven tools for clinicians, the importance of clinical involvement in product design, and the rapid adoption of AI across Australian general practice.Kai and Ray also unpack what's driving this shift in attitude among clinicians, many of whom were previously wary of new digital health tools, and why this generation of AI is proving different.The conversation covers approaches to maintaining safety and clinical rigour while meeting increasing demand from clinicians.It also looks ahead to where clinical AI may be heading next, from ambient documentation to decision support, and what that means for the future of patient care, clinical workflows, and the relationship between doctors and patients.Key Takeaways🤖 Lyrebird Health’s AI tools have been made freely available to most Australian GPs, significantly increasing adoption among clinicians.🩺 Embedding practising clinicians like Dr Ray Boyapati within the Lyrebird team ensures clinical rigour and relevance in product development.🏥 Clinicians are more willing to adopt technology that demonstrably improves their workflow, as seen with AI-powered medical scribe tools.🚦 Rapid AI adoption in healthcare brings risks, making deliberate, safety-focused implementation essential.🌏 The timing of AI integration in healthcare is critical, shaping future clinical practice and patient care.Timestamps00:00 - Episode and guests' introduction00:40 - Lyrebird Health’s mission and product updates01:39 - Team growth and bringing on Dr Ray Boyapati03:12 - Dr Ray Boyapati’s background and experiences04:38 - Chief Clinical Officer responsibilities07:08 - Clinician technology adoption and impactCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  615 - EHDS: Europe's Digital Health Ambition, Global Standards, and the Role of AI 16.06.2026 37mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch joins Dr Seref Arikan, Technical Lead at Ocean Health Systems, for a conversation that spans continents, with Peter joining from Australia and Dr Arikan speaking from London, to explore one of the most ambitious digital health initiatives the world has seen.Together, they unpack what it really means to unify health data across 26 nations and half a billion patients, and why the European Health Data Space is about far more than just technology.Dr Arikan walks through the landscape of health data standards, from HL7 FHIR to openEHR, and explains why having no shortage of standards does not automatically translate to interoperability at scale.The conversation also explores the EHDS's ambition to put patients firmly in control of their own health data and what that looks like in practice across dozens of different legislative and cultural environments.There is also a thoughtful discussion on the role of artificial intelligence in digital health, why this generation of AI is better understood as a skill than a tool, and what it means to be an AI-native clinician in a world where large language models can be as misleading as they are useful.The discussion also looks at Australia's SPARKED initiative and the lessons it offers for Europe, how feedback loops can prevent costly mistakes in large-scale health IT projects, and why stakeholder collaboration remains the hardest and most important part of getting any of this right.Key Takeaways🗂️ EHDS is a major European Union initiative aimed at creating a unified framework for health data use and exchange across member states.🌍 The project’s biggest challenge is coordinating communication and collaboration between a vast range of diverse stakeholders, including patients, clinicians, health systems, payers, and regulators.🔗 Standards such as HL7 FHIR, OpenEHR, SNOMED CT, and others play a central role, but aligning on which to use across the EU remains a complex, ongoing process.🤝 Fast and efficient stakeholder feedback loops, as demonstrated by the OpenEHR Clinical Knowledge Manager and Australia's SPARKED project, are critical to prevent costly missteps in developing compliant solutions.🤖 Artificial intelligence is viewed as a skill to amplify human capability rather than a replacement for stakeholders; good data is essential for effective AI use in healthcare.Timestamps00:00 - Introductions & speaker roles00:30 - Dr Seref Arikan career journey02:54 - What is the European Health Data Space?04:40 - EHDS and health data standards07:27 - EHDS objectives & patient focus10:44 - Challenges of implementation15:12 - The role of feedback & communication19:21: AI’s role in health data projects26:22: Reflections on Australia’s SPARKED project32:46: Ocean Health Systems updatesCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotes And if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  614 - Improving Access and Outcomes Across New Zealand: Tend’s Integrated Digital-First Care Model 09.06.2026 1j 9mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, guest host Dr Max Mollenkopf sits down with Graham Denyer, GP and Medical Director at Tend, a hybrid digital and physical primary care provider operating across New Zealand.Together they unpack what it really takes to redesign general practice from the ground up, and why getting it right matters more than ever.Graham walks through how New Zealand's capitated funding model shapes the day-to-day reality of general practice, and why the blended model of government subsidy and out-of-pocket costs creates both opportunities and real tensions for patients and providers alike.The discussion also touches into how Tend has built a fully integrated care model that brings together digital technology, telehealth, and physical clinics in a way that feels seamless for patients and clinicians.There is also a candid look at the role of data and AI in lifting the quality of clinical records, how open notes are changing the relationship between patients and their care teams, and why benchmarking clinician performance across a large network is uncomfortable but necessary.The episode also digs into Tend's approach to equity, particularly the work being done to improve access and outcomes for Māori and Pacific communities, and why well-designed digital tools can close gaps rather than widen them.Since the recording of this episode, Tend has announced it is entering into an agreement to purchase Green Cross 'The Doctors' (pending shareholder approval). This network of 65 clinics across New Zealand will roughly triple Tend's footprint, and will see Māori iwi becoming one of the largest shareholders.More information can be read in Tend's press release here.Key Takeaways🧑‍⚕️ Capitated Funding Model in NZThe New Zealand primary care funding model is based on capitation, with a blend of government funding and patient co-pays, driving unique incentives and challenges.🌐 Integrated Digital & Physical CareTend combines digital platforms and bricks-and-mortar clinics, allowing for unified health records and seamless patient journeys across online and in-person services.📈 Data, AI, and Open NotesTend leverages AI for scribing and standardising clinical records, open notes for patient transparency, and centralised data to drive quality and continuity across care teams.🌏 Equity and Access InitiativesSpecific strategies are in place to improve primary care access for Māori and Pacifica communities, with representation at the board level and targeted service design.👩‍🔬 Multidisciplinary, Team-Based CareTend’s model supports distributed care teams, drawing on nurses, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists, positioning the GP as a team leader rather than sole provider.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction02:03 - New Zealand’s capitation model07:11 - Hybrid physical and digital clinics12:55 - Unified technology/app experience13:59 - Right channel, right care approach21:15 - Telehealth workforce and flexibility25:46 - Pricing, co-pays, and structure28:54 - Data quality and AI scribe44:12 - Clinical benchmarking and open data54:59 - Māori and Pacifica health equity01:03:21 - GP productivity and team-based careCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotes And if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  613 - Preventative and Personalised Primary Care: EverLab on Data, Engagement and Innovation 04.06.2026 1j 13mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Dr Max Mollenkopf sits down with Steven Lu, co-founder and medical director at EverLab.The conversation explores the evolution of primary care through EverLab's preventative and personalised health model.Topics include data consolidation, patient empowerment, healthcare branding, and the role of technology in general practice, as well as the nuances around preventative testing such as whole-body MRI.Steven and Max dig into the real challenges of building a healthcare model that puts prevention first, from navigating the complexities of Medicare funding and GP identity to scaling clinical excellence across a growing network of clinicians.They also get candid about the longevity medicine hype, what good medicine actually looks like in this space, and why behaviour change is just as important as clinical advice.Key Takeaways✨ The role of data consolidation: Everlab collects patients’ health records, empowering both clinicians and patients with consolidated, accessible data to support personalised preventative care.🔄 Primary care branding and evolution: The decision to avoid “general practice” branding is discussed, highlighting how patient perceptions and government funding models shape engagement and commercial viability.🤝 Patient engagement and experience: High-quality, engaging customer experience is positioned as essential for behaviour change, increased trust, and long-term continuity of care.💻 Technology as a driver: Technology, from patient interfaces to clinical audit tools, streamlines high-quality care and creates scalable models beyond traditional GP practices.🧪 Preventative testing and consent: Discussion of commercially popular preventative tools like whole-body MRI, with a focus on appropriate use, informed consent, and aligning clinical outcomes with business models.Timestamps00:00 - Meet Everlab: mission & approach04:41 - Consolidating health data for care06:09 - Target audience and shifting focus08:38 - Rethinking general practice branding13:09 - Longevity & preventative care models17:20 - Defining functional & integrated medicine21:51 - Preventative care—systemic challenges27:50 - Consumer experience in healthcare35:18 - Quality, speed, cost trade-offs40:05 - Scaling and standardising clinical care57:34 - Preventative tests: whole body MRI01:09:04 - Aligning commercial and clinical outcomesCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  612 - Small Steps, Big Futures: Solving Maternity Care One Happy Baby at a Time 02.06.2026 32mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Brendan Tang and Peter Rady from Medicity.Together, they discuss EVE, a digital health platform improving maternity care, supporting parents, and optimising outcomes in the crucial first 2,000 days of life.The discussion covers the strategic framework behind early childhood health, the ways technology can enhance communication between hospitals and clinicians, and how feedback from both clinicians and families drives EVE's development.They also explore the real-world impact of the platform, including how one Melbourne hospital reduced maternal hypertension and hyperemesis admissions by 50%, the economic case for early intervention, and why getting the first 2,000 days right has consequences that reach well beyond the maternity ward.The conversation also touches on the importance of building support networks that extend beyond the mother, and the challenge of scaling digital solutions equitably across communities.Looking further ahead, Brendan and Peter R share their vision for what prevention-focused perinatal care could look like at a state and national level.Key Takeaways🍼 Focusing on the first 2,000 days, from conception to age five, can transform a person’s lifelong health and reduce social and economic burdens.📱 EVE delivers hospital-curated information, communication tools, and community support directly to parents via a mobile app, improving engagement and health outcomes.🏥 Maternity hospitals using EVE have seen up to a 50% reduction in maternal health admissions from early intervention based on remote monitoring and direct messaging.🤝 EVE adapts and evolves based on ongoing feedback from parents, clinicians, and healthcare systems to address real-world needs.🌏 The next steps for EVE involve expanding beyond individual hospitals to state and country-wide implementations to maximise impact.Timestamps01:03 - Medicity’s evolution and focus02:21 - The “First 2,000 Days” strategy03:44 - Tools to improve early years06:07 - Brain development importance12:19 - Hospital outcomes with EVE16:46 - Community and loneliness support19:38 - Appointment and immunisation tools22:33 - Building based on feedback28:03 - Scaling EVE state and nationwideCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  611 - Bold Upgrades, Zero Downtime: How Smart Labs Are Modernising Pathology 28.05.2026 36mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch sits down with Dan Burke, Managing Director at Magentus, and Ben Richardson, CEO at Labflow, for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of pathology in Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific region.With half a billion pathology tests processed in Australia every year and a workforce of only 2,500 pathologists, the sector is under significant pressure.Dan and Ben unpack what that means for labs trying to modernise without disrupting the critical services that clinicians and patients depend on every day.The discussion covers the growing role of artificial intelligence in diagnostic settings, exploring where AI is already delivering practical value and where human oversight remains non-negotiable.The episode also digs into the challenge of legacy technology, making the case for incremental, modular modernisation over risky large-scale overhauls that can put operations at risk.Beyond the technology, the conversation explores how consumer expectations are reshaping pathology, from the direct-to-consumer testing boom across Asia-Pacific markets to the rise of genomics and personalised medicine.Key Takeaways🔬 The pathology sector in Australia faces a significant workforce shortage and increasing test complexity, putting pressure on digital transformation in labs🧩 Incremental modernisation and interoperability are addressed as more practical than full system replacements for pathology lab infrastructure🧑‍⚕️ AI in diagnostics is positioned as a support tool for clinicians and administrative workflows, rather than replacing human experts🌏 Consumer-driven demand, particularly in APAC markets like India and Malaysia, is accelerating digital adoption and expectations for health data access🧬 The falling cost of genomics and genetics is setting the stage for personalised preventive healthcare and more targeted diagnosticsTimestamps00:00 - Introductions & episode overview00:54 - What is Magentus?01:55 - The origin of Lab Flow03:48 - The pathology landscape in 202608:42 - Fragmentation & technology challenges13:58 - Incremental modernisation explained17:38 - Interoperability & complexity in labs19:05 - Role of AI in laboratory services25:57 - Social perspectives on AI in healthcare29:25 - Genomics, personalisation, and the futureCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  610 - Exploring AI and Innovation in Healthcare at the RLDatix Summit 2026 26.05.2026 34mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Paula Stephenson (Executive Director of Clinical Excellence, Mercy Health), Bianca Todd (Improvement Innovation Advisor, Western District Health Service), The Hon. Victor Dominello (CEO, Future Government Institute), and Dan Michelson (CEO, RLDatix).The conversation explores the evolving landscape of healthcare compliance, workforce management, and digital transformation across the health sector.It also examines the practical impact of AI and emerging technologies on healthcare delivery, organisational change, and patient care.The discussion highlights the growing importance of accessible and meaningful data in improving quality, safety, and patient outcomes, alongside the challenges organisations face when modernising legacy systems and fragmented workflows.Speakers reflect on the role of interoperability, digital maturity, and leadership in shaping more connected healthcare environments, while also examining how AI is influencing decision making, workforce planning, and service delivery.The episode also delves into the cultural side of technology implementation, including change fatigue, clinician engagement, and the importance of building values-driven teams that can support long-term transformation.This episode was recorded at the RLDatix Connected Health and Care Summit for Asia Pacific in 2026, capturing discussions from healthcare leaders and technology innovators during the event.Key Takeaways💡 Patient-centred care is the focus of digital and AI innovation in healthcare.💡 Transitioning from paper to digital systems brings both challenges and opportunities for compliance, efficiency, and workforce management.💡 Change management and team engagement are crucial for successful technology adoption in clinical environments.💡 Breaking down data silos is essential for harnessing the full value of AI in healthcare.💡 Organisational values and a customer-obsessed approach drive better outcomes in healthcare technology projects.Timestamps00:00 – Peter Birch: Episode and event introduction00:42 – Paula Stephenson, Executive Director, Clinical Excellence, Mercy Health07:57 – Bianca Todd, Improvement Innovation Advisor, Western District Health Service16:08 – The Hon. Victor Dominello, CEO, Future Government Institute21:29 – Dan Michelson, CEO, RLDatixCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.
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  609 - Automating Primary Care Admin with Care GP: AI Solutions for Australian Clinics 21.05.2026 34mnt

  In this episode of Talking HealthTech, Peter Birch speaks with Melvin Chen, CEO and founder of Care GP, about the evolving role of automation and artificial intelligence in primary care administration.The conversation digs into the very real administrative pressures facing Australian GP clinics today and how Care GP is working to address them in practical, measurable ways.Melvin walks through the development and growing uptake of Care GP's products, Samantha and Veronica, sharing firsthand insights into how these tools are being received by practices on the ground.Their discussion also explores broader themes around workforce efficiency, technology adoption, and what it truly means to build technology that fits the way clinics actually work.The episode further explains why AI-driven admin solutions are becoming an essential part of the future of general practice in Australia.Key Takeaways💡 Administrative costs are a significant burden in healthcare, making up to a third of overall spending; automating these processes leads to major efficiency gains.💡 Care GP’s solutions, particularly Samantha for document processing and Veronica for voice automation, are being rapidly adopted, with customer demand driving product focus.💡 Clinics have realised direct workforce cost savings—up to $55,000 per year at mid-sized sites—by automating document management tasks.💡 The conversation highlights that technology is not about replacing staff, but about redeploying people to higher-value tasks and enabling practice growth.💡 Customisation for medical workflows and continuous user feedback are essential for the successful implementation of AI-based admin tools in healthcare.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & Care GP recap02:11 - Admin burden in primary care05:06 - Launch and adoption of Samantha14:05 - IT budget vs workforce savings22:41 - Veronica voice agent demonstration31:07 - What's next for Care GPCheck out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.If you’re enjoying the show and want access to exclusive healthtech discussions, meetups, and member-only content, you can learn more about becoming a THT+ Solo Member here: talkinghealth.tech/solo_shownotesAnd if this episode was useful, leaving a review or sharing it with someone in the industry always helps.Mentioned in this episode:THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.THT+ Company PartnershipLearn more about THT+ Company Partnership options for start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise digital health companies looking for visibility, content, community access and industry connection: talkinghealthtech.com/partners.