We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content, and analyze our traffic. We’ll assume you’re ok with this, but you can opt out if you wish. See our 

Twitter

Linkedin

Instagram

Footer

Footer V2

event-global-footer

Sub Menu

2022 Event

Main Menu

Developing Digital Access Proactively with Epion Health

Epion Health is creating proactive technology to remind patients to get screenings that could save their lives. Epion’s Chief Revenue Officer Scott Friedman, along with Chief Technology Officer Matt Racki, talk to host Sandy Vance about how their user-friendly technology is also allowing healthcare providers to do more in an age of increased demand and less staff.

InteropNow S1 Ep7: Developing Digital Access Proactively with Epion Health

How Lark is Addressing the Chronic Disease Pandemic - featuring Julia Hu of Lark

Healthcare is changing with platforms like Lark. In this episode, Julia Hu, Lark Health’s co-founder and CEO, talks about how providing digital care can democratize access to preventative care before their conditions become scale-up in acuity. Julia Hu explains how conversational artificial intelligence used in virtual care platforms can help people who struggle with or are at a high risk of a chronic condition through their own electronic devices. Lark has developed clinical equivalents to all the disease states it covers through years of research and development invested in conversational artificial intelligence and machine learning. This way, they have engaged with 2 million patients and helped them through its platform, where they can text message and get automated virtual preventative primary care.  Tune in to this episode to listen about how Lark can be the first line of defense for underserved populations and people with chronic conditions! About Julia Hu: Julia Hu is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Lark. Founded on the personal experience of having grown up with an undiagnosed chronic condition, Julia is passionate about bringing compassionate care to those struggling with or at risk of chronic disease. Hu was named one of the “Top 10 Women in Tech” by Forbes and was a winner of Inc. Magazine’s “30 under 30”. Prior to founding Lark in 2011, Julia ran a global startup incubator, the Clean Tech Open, built a sustainable construction startup and was an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Stanford’s StartX incubator. She is on the board of the Council for Diabetes Prevention and a Singularity University faculty member. Hu received her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees at Stanford University and half of an MBA from MIT Sloan before founding Lark. Julia loves to stay fit with hip hop. Things You’ll Learn: <ul><li>Lark Health helps, through conversational AI, anyone struggling with a chronic condition, or at high risk of chronic disease, live a happier and healthier life.</li><li>Lark Health has been clinically effective in managing pre-diabetes in areas with shortages of healthcare professionals. </li><li>If not for the Lark Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program, only 5% of that population in those areas would have had access to in-person care services.</li><li>Conversational AI and remote patient monitoring can provide care delivery in chronic preventative and behavioral health areas.</li><li>It took Lark seven years to train their AI with a million and a half patients before they started getting clinical equivalents to live nurses for the disease states the platform covers.</li><li>In a post-COVID world, Lark provides an excellent opportunity to turn healthcare into a system that services each patient individually to their needs.</li></ul> Resources: <ul><li>Follow and connect with Julia Hu on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliahuceo/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li><li>Follow Lark Health on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lark-health/" target="_blank">LinkedIn </a></li><li>Discover more about Lark Health on their <a href="https://careers.lark.com/homepage" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul>

Solutions S1 Ep 6: How Lark is Addressing the Chronic Disease Pandemic - featuring Julia Hu of Lark Health

Live at ViVE: How Robotics Are Changing Surgery

Robots in healthcare are coming, and are designed as assistants, not replacements, to skilled clinicians. In this episode, Ken Washington, the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Medtronic, is interviewed by Saul Marquez during the ViVE conference in Los Angeles on the importance of robotics in surgery, emphasizing its potential to enhance precision, consistency, and ergonomics for surgeons while ultimately improving patient outcomes. He shares his career journey from working in robotics and underscores Medtronic&#39;s commitment to advancing healthcare through robotics and AI technologies, assisting skilled clinicians to provide better care and experiences for patients and providers alike. Ken explains how AI is revolutionizing surgery by providing personalized pre-procedure planning, guiding surgeons during operations, and facilitating post-procedure analysis for continuous improvement. Finally, he also encourages listeners to envision the future of healthcare and recognize the companies leading the way. Tune in and learn how robotics and AI are shaping the future of surgery and healthcare, and consider the possibilities for personalized care and better outcomes! About Ken Washington:Ken Washington brings over three decades of experience in leading technical endeavors for Fortune 100 companies, government contractors, and research laboratories. His leadership roles have involved team-building and shaping strategic visions for large organizations. Notably, he was honored as the 2012 Black Engineer of the Year in Research Leadership and later inducted into both the National Academy of Engineers and the Black Engineers Hall of Fame. Currently serving as the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology &amp; Innovation Officer at Medtronic, Ken also holds board positions at McKesson Corporation and SAE International, where he serves as the Automotive Sector VP. He&#39;s been a pivotal member of the Internet Ecosystem Innovation Committee and actively engages in strategic collaborations with universities, notably as a member of the Georgia Tech Advisory Board and former chair of the University of Michigan Leadership Advisory Board. Ken&#39;s expertise spans diverse domains, from automotive research and space science to information privacy and high-performance computing technologies. He excels in program and project management, guiding new facility projects, and fostering collaborative system development. His track record includes successful executive-level presentations, business plan developments, and resource optimization strategies, making him a sought-after leader in both the public and private sectors. Things You’ll Learn:<ul><li>Robotics in surgery enhance precision, consistency, and ergonomics, ultimately improving patient outcomes.</li><li>AI revolutionizes surgery with personalized pre-procedure planning and real-time guidance for surgeons.</li><li>The future of surgery lies in the combination of robotics, AI, and digital platforms for personalized care.</li><li>AI algorithms guide surgeons during surgery, enhancing accuracy and precision in procedures.</li><li>Medtronic is committed to the future of surgery and healthcare with robotics and AI technologies.</li></ul>Resources:<ul><li>Connect with and follow Ken on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenwashington/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.</li><li>Learn more about Medtronic on their <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/medtronic/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.medtronic.com/gr-el/index.html" target="_blank">website</a>.</li></ul>

SVP, Chief Global Technology & Innovation Officer

The Power of AI in Healthcare with ABridge’s Shiv Rao

“AI is perfectly suited to allow the clinician to focus on the most important customer, which is their patient,”- Dr. Shiv Rao AI technology can improve clinical workflows in healthcare while helping unburden providers and improve patient care, but what are the risks? <a href="https://www.abridge.com/about" target="_blank">Dr. Shiv Rao</a> has a background in medicine and engineering and experience in healthcare consulting and entrepreneurship. He is the co-founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.abridge.com/" target="_blank">Abridge</a>. This healthcare technology startup uses generative AI to generate real-time clinical guidance for healthcare providers to improve clinical workflows and patient care by unburdening healthcare professionals through automating documentation and providing real-time insights to clinicians.  On this episode of Live at ViVE, Dr. Rao joins host Dr. Gautam Gulati to discuss the potential of Abridge technology in clinical practice to offer clinicians more space to focus on their patients and connect fragmented care.  Dr. Rao shares the goal of the technology and its different uses. He also walks us through the potential unintended consequences of AI while stressing the importance of having a human in the loop and building trust in the technology.  Listen in as Dr. Rao highlights the importance of this historical moment and how AI can be applied to solve the current healthcare challenges and make a significant impact. Topics Covered<ul><li>Dr. Rao introduces us to Abridge and how it uses AI to generate clinical guidance</li><li>How Abridge captures and utilizes important healthcare conversations in healthcare</li><li>How Abridge technology can help reduce clinician burnout and improve patient care </li><li>The potential for Abridge to be a one-stop solution</li><li>How Abridge works to improve clinical workflows for healthcare professionals</li><li>How AI helped to transform patient care during the pandemic</li><li>The role of AI in healthcare and the need for transparency, reliability, credibility, and human oversight</li></ul> Connect with Dr. Shiv Rao<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivdevrao/" target="_blank">Dr. Rao on LinkedIn </a><a href="https://twitter.com/shivdevrao" target="_blank">Dr. Rao on Twitter </a> Connect with Dr. Gautam Gulati &amp; Dr. Jessica Shepherd<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautamgulati" target="_blank">Dr. Gulati on LinkedIn </a><a href="https://twitter.com/drgautamgulati" target="_blank">Dr. Gulati on Twitter </a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-shepherd-md-mba-facog-5ba9ab66" target="_blank">Dr. Shepherd on LinkedIn</a><a href="https://twitter.com/jshepherd_md" target="_blank">Dr. Shepherd on Twitter</a> Resources<a href="https://www.abridge.com/" target="_blank">Abridge</a><a href="https://www.viveevent.com/about-us" target="_blank">ViVE</a>

Podcast

InteropNow S1 Ep7: Developing Digital Access Proactively with Epion Health