In the evolving landscape of health technology, healthcare CEOs and Presidents are at the forefront of integrating patient data to transform personalized care. From achieving a 360-degree view that revolutionizes care to innovating personalized home care with Wellbeing OS, here are the top four ways these experts have leveraged health tech effectively.
- 360-Degree View Revolutionizes Care
- Project Baseline: AI-Driven Personalization
- EHR System Enables Tailored Mental Health Care
- Wellbeing OS Innovates Personalized Home Care
360-Degree View Revolutionizes Care
As a health IT and patient engagement expert, I’ve witnessed a revolution in personalized care driven by data. Here’s how:
1. Unlocking a 360-degree view: Imagine a doctor with a complete picture—not just diagnoses, but your genetic profile, wearable data on sleep and activity, and even social determinants of health. This rich data tapestry, enabled by integrated health IT systems, empowers providers to tailor interventions and identify at-risk individuals.
2. Precision medicine on the rise: Advanced analytics and AI are game-changers. By analyzing vast datasets, we can predict disease predisposition, recommend personalized treatment plans, and even identify the most effective medications based on your unique genetic makeup. Imagine a future where cancer treatment isn’t ‘one-size-fits-all’ but precisely targeted to your specific tumor.
3. Empowering patients, improving outcomes: Health tech puts patients at the center. Mobile apps and wearables allow you to track your health, set goals, and receive feedback. This fosters a sense of ownership and engagement, leading to better adherence to treatment plans and ultimately, improved outcomes.
Example in Action: Digital Diabetes Management
Consider digital diabetes management platforms. These leverage patient data (blood sugar levels, medication use) and provide real-time feedback, personalized education, and even connect patients with virtual coaches. Studies show these platforms significantly improve glycemic control, empowering patients to manage their condition effectively.
The Future is Personal
Health tech’s potential for personalized care is vast. It’s a future where prevention takes center stage, treatments are tailored, and patients are active participants in their own well-being.
Howard Rosen
CEO, Nova Insights
Project Baseline: AI-Driven Personalization
Health tech has greatly revolutionized the healthcare industry by leveraging patient data to provide personalized care. The use of electronic health records, wearable devices, and artificial intelligence (AI) has enabled healthcare providers to collect and analyze vast amounts of patient data in real time. This allows for a more comprehensive understanding of an individual’s health status, which can then be used to deliver tailored treatment plans and interventions.
One notable example of health tech effectively using patient data is the partnership between Verily Life Sciences and Duke University School of Medicine. Together, they developed a digital platform called “Project Baseline” that collects and tracks patient data from multiple sources, including electronic health records, genetic data, lifestyle habits, and environmental factors. This platform then uses AI algorithms to analyze the data and provide personalized insights and recommendations for each individual’s health management. This has proven to be particularly useful in chronic disease management, where personalization is essential for successful treatment.
Evan Tunis
President, Florida Healthcare Insurance
EHR System Enables Tailored Mental Health Care
At Paramount Wellness Retreat, we’ve effectively leveraged health tech to use patient data for personalized care. One notable example is our implementation of a comprehensive electronic health records (EHR) system that integrates data from various sources, including patient history, real-time monitoring, and behavioral patterns. This system allows us to create tailored treatment plans that address each patient’s unique needs.
For instance, we had a patient with a history of recurring depression who was not responding well to standard treatments. By analyzing the patient’s data, including previous treatment outcomes and lifestyle factors, we identified specific triggers and adjusted their treatment plan to include a combination of targeted therapy sessions, medication adjustments, and holistic wellness activities. This personalized approach led to a significant improvement in the patient’s mental health and overall well-being. This example underscores the power of health tech in enhancing patient care through data-driven personalization.
Joshua Zeises
CEO & CMO, Paramount Wellness Retreat
Wellbeing OS Innovates Personalized Home Care
At BelleVie, we are pioneering innovative new technology with our custom-designed Wellbeing OS, tailored to support our self-managed ways of working and enhance the quality of care. Our Wellbeing Operating System (Wellbeing OS) is a bespoke system designed to support our self-managed ways of working, differing from traditional care management software (CMS) which focuses on time-and-task delivery. Our self-managing teams desired a relationship-centered solution that aligns with our ethos of prolonging a person’s sense of independence.
Key features of our Wellbeing OS include:
Client Visibility: Clients have full access to their care plans and visit notes, enabling secure and appropriate communication between them, their families, and our teams. This transparency fosters a sense of control and partnership in their care.
Review Alerts and Tracking: The system alerts teams when clients’ six-month reviews are due, tracks progress, and summarizes the information in easy-to-digest pie charts. These summaries are shared with regional Coaches to identify and address any additional support needs.
ASCOT Framework Integration: We are the first home-care provider to implement the Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework/Toolkit (ASCOT) developed by Kent University. By embedding ASCOT into our Wellbeing OS, we can better quantify the social impact of our care delivery, demonstrating that quality social care can reduce unnecessary GP appointments and hospital visits.
Data Utilization: Our Wellbeing OS captures extensive data, which we aim to leverage for the broader societal benefit. We are collaborating with data scientists to predict wellbeing outcomes and identify when interventions are needed.
By focusing on these aspects, our Wellbeing OS exemplifies how health tech can effectively leverage patient data to provide personalized care, improve efficiency, and enhance the overall quality of life for those we support.
Trudie Fell
Founder & CEO, BelleVie Care
