The future of healthcare: Achieving better connected care
Written by Esther Iyoha
The foundation for virtual care has a longstanding history within healthcare. Over the years, concepts supporting telehealth and other virtual care services have evolved. Looking back to the 1960s, telehealth emerged as a crucial tool for NASA in monitoring astronauts’ health, marking an early application of virtual care. With the advancement of technologies and evolving healthcare needs, it is now imperative for healthcare organizations to propel their strategies towards a future of more interconnected care.
A key insight from CDW Healthcare Strategist Josh Peacock, as highlighted in a CDW white paper, emphasizes the ultimate objective of connected care initiatives: to enhance the healthcare experience, leading to improved outcomes and heightened satisfaction for both providers and patients.
“Ultimately, the goal of any connected care initiative is to provide a great experience that leads to better healthcare outcomes and improved satisfaction for both providers and patients.”
Aiming to motivate and facilitate change, HealthTech is presenting narratives of healthcare entities that are proactively addressing the complexities within their domains, steering towards a more comprehensive and integrated approach to care delivery. One such narrative dives into UC San Diego Health’s journey of establishing an innovation center to underpin their progressive endeavors, as shared in the article “Why Healthcare Organizations Are Launching Innovation Centers.” Dr. Christopher Longhurst, the executive director of UC San Diego Health’s Jacobs Center for Health Innovation, views this resource as pivotal in elevating the entire organization. The center’s resources serve as catalysts for innovation, fostering a culture of forward-thinking within the institution.
Additionally, the article “How Senior Care Organizations Are Using Tech to Attract and Retain Staff” sheds light on how senior care organizations like Lifespace Communities are modernizing their technological infrastructure and operational processes to attract and retain top talent. Chief Strategy Officer Mike Roach highlights technology as an empowering tool, enhancing efficiency for team members and providing peace of mind, thereby allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional care to residents without distractions or worries.