Digital Health InfoCast

Canada has been an early leader in the AI space and there is no shortage of activity flourishing across the country. Today, we welcome Fanny Sie from Roche Canada and Indu Navar of Everything ALS to talk about machine learning and the End ALS Kaggle Challenge . Music: "Inspired" and "Highlight Reel," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Digital Health InfoCast is produced by  Canada...

As more Canadians pursue careers in digital health and health informatics, it's important that Canada has the academic programs to support their growth. Leading the way is the University of Victoria School of Health Information Science, a school that is building up the next generation of digital health leaders and innovators. We sit down with founding director Professor Denis Protti, current direc...

Research and knowledge sharing are vital aspects of advancing digital health. JMIR Publications helps scientists to disseminate innovations, ideas, protocols, and research results to the widest possible audience. We're pleased to welcome Dr. Gunther Eysenbach, founder, editor, and publisher of JMIR Publications, along with Simon Hagens, Senior Director, Performance Analytics, Canada Health Infoway...

The social determinants of health are the social and economic factors that have an influence on a person's health. Inequities occur when a person experiences poorer outcomes and quality of care based on who they are, where they live or what they have. But how do we integrate this data into digital health systems? We're joined by Infoway's Waldo Beauséjour, Marcy Antonio (PhD Candidate at the Unive...

As more Canadians adopt digital health tools, how we think about care delivery is changing. In the conclusion to our two-part episode, Dr. Michelle Grinman and Dr. Shauna Tierney discuss how hospital-level care can be provided in patients' own homes, and the benefits afforded by this model of care. Listen to the first part of our discussion in Episode 25.  Theme Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod...

As more Canadians adopt digital health tools, how we think about care delivery is changing. In this two-part episode, Dr. Michelle Grinman and Dr. Shauna Tierney join us to discuss how hospital-level care can be provided in patients' own homes.  Theme Music: "Inspired" and "Highlight Reel," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Digital Health InfoCast is produced by  Canada Health In...

According to Infoway research, today 65% of Canadians would use virtual visits instead of in-person visits for a prescription renewal.  That's just one statistic from Infoway's new research website, which covers a wide range of digital health topics. Bobby Gheorghiu and Barry Xu discuss why it's important to have digital health research available to inform policy decisions, help accelerate adoptio...

In this episode, we open our second podcast season with a thank you to the Digital Health InfoCast's guests and listeners, and a brief reflection on World Health Day 2021.  Theme Music: "Inspired" and "Mesmerized," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Digital Health InfoCast is produced by  Canada Health Infoway  and copyright under a Creative Commons license. 

In the conclusion to our first season, Dr. Rashaad Bhyat rejoins the Digital Health InfoCast to discuss the virtual care landscape, one year into the COVID-19 pandemic. This conversation touches on emerging best practices, the importance of virtual care research and an evidence-based approach - and reasons to hope. Additional reading: "Patient Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Use of Virtual Care...

A key component of digital health is interoperability: the ability for different devices and systems to communicate seamlessly with each other, enabling the flow of data. Interoperability is achieved through different health standards. Join Ron Parker (Chair, HL7 Canada Affiliate, and Co-Chair, HL7 International Council) and Infoway standards experts Joel Francis and Joanie Harper, as they explore...

When it comes to mental health support, connection is critical. In  this episode, we discuss research trends in e-mental health, and learn how virtual care can improve access and facilitate connections for families and individuals alike. Join the conversation with Infoway's Fraser Ratchford and Dr. Patricia Lingley-Pottie, President and co-founder of the Strongest Families Institute. Theme Music:...

The rapid implementation of virtual care has changed Canadian health care - but how do we measure its impacts and evaluate its benefits? Dr. Sacha Bhatia, cardiologist, researcher and Chief Medical Innovation Officer at Women's College Hospital, joins Infoway's Simon Hagens for a discussion about virtual care research. Theme Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Di...

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more Canadians are turning to mental health supports. In this episode, we explore a specialized field within mental health: perinatal mental health. Learn how digital tools are supporting pregnant people and new parents with Dr. Ariel Dalfen, Head of the Perinatal Mental Health and Perinatal Mental Health Telemedicine Programs at Mount Sinai Hospital. Theme Musi...

In part two of our conversation, three clinicians look ahead to digital health in 2021, discussing possible futures for virtual care and offering advice to their past selves.  We are pleased to welcome Dr. Natasha Deshwal, Dr. Ramana Appireddy and Dr. Rashaad Bhyat to share their experiences and insights. Be sure to tune in to Episode 16 for Part One of our conversation.  Theme Music: "Inspired,"...

With 2020 drawing to a close, three clinicians reflect on their successes and challenges in implementing virtual care, responses to COVID-19 and Canada's shift towards digital health. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Natasha Deshwal, Dr. Ramana Appireddy and Dr. Rashaad Bhyat to share their experiences and insights. Theme Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Digital...

Curious about e-prescribing? Wondering about the details, or its impact on your workflow? With "Ask a Peer," we're connecting you with fellow experts who have already begun their journey with PrescribeIT ® , Canada's national e-prescribing service. Join us as pharmacist Andy Donald and family physician Dr. Daniel Pepe answer your questions and share their experiences. Theme Music: "Inspired," by K...

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadians have increasingly embraced a "virtual first" approach to their health care. While virtual care uptake has been rapid, can it be sustained beyond the current health crisis?  We are joined by Susan Anderson ( TECHNATION ), Colin Hung ( Healthcare IT Today , ventureLAB ), and Shelagh Maloney ( Canada Health Infoway ). Enjoy Digital Health Week, and #ThinkDi...

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted significant uptake of virtual care. In this conversation, originally aired on the PATIENT podcast series , the Canadian Patient Safety Institute sits down with Infoway's Shelagh Maloney and Dr. Rashaad Bhyat to discuss virtual care's benefits, considerations, and how we can adapt to the change. Theme Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Co...

Connecting to people with similar lived experiences can be an important aspect of mental health support. Join Fraser Ratchford and Mike Herrell, Provincial Peer Support Coordinator at CHANNAL , as they discuss how digital health solutions can help improve access to care and enable connections between peers. Theme Music: "Inspired," by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons.  Digital Health...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought sweeping change to the health system, including metal health care. Many organizations are utilizing digital health solutions to help ensure that Canadians can access the care they need. In this episode, join CAMH 's Dr. David Gratzer and Dr. Gillian Strudwick, and mental health coach Moshe Sakal, to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead. Theme Music: "Ins...

In late 2019, Canada Health Infoway embarked on a large-scale public consultation with Canadians from every walk of life and in every province and territory. "A Healthy Dialogue" solicited Canadians' hopes, concerns and expectations for their health system, through two rounds of consultation: before and after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, Jodi Shanoff from Environics Researc...

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Digital health is a global mission, with countries around the world introducing digital solutions. This episode brings an in-depth snapshot of the NHSX just prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Simon Eccles joins Infoway's Shelagh Maloney to discuss the NHSX's five missions and how the UK's experiences can apply to Canada's digital health journey. Key themes of interoperability empowerment are stri...

We live in an increasingly interconnected world - both online and off. What happens in health care affects other systems as well, including natural ones. What impact might virtual care have on the environment? How can we build environmentally sustainable health systems? Join us for a deep dive into new research with Canada Health Infoway's Bobby Gheorghiu and Waldo Beauséjour, and Dr. Nicole Simms...

Digital health brings new opportunities, but also new challenges, particularly with regards to social determinants of health and inequalities in access to care. How will digital health affect vulnerable populations? How can we make a positive difference? Canada Health Infoway's Dr. Rashaad Bhyat sits down with Dr. Jeff Turnbull, Dr. Andrew Boozary and Dr. Tracie Rising for an in-depth discussion. ...