Digital Healthcare Innovations: Steve Roest Chats with Steve Sawyer
Episode Overview
The episode explores the journey of Access Health Support and Care, shedding light on its impact on the care continuum. The conversation delves into the integration of health and local government, emphasizing the importance of joining the dots across the care continuum. Steve and Steve discuss the pivotal role of digital monitoring in predicting and preventing care outcomes, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and creating capacity within the healthcare system. The episode sheds light on the transformation of the NHS, emphasizing the unprecedented innovation, growth, and excitement within the healthcare sector. Steve's recent trustee appointment at SNAP reflects his profound commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families through digital healthcare solutions.
There is so much focus on technology solving real problems and evidence of it happening, making millions of people's lives better. That's what makes it a very exciting area to be in. It's exciting technology solving real problems.
Imagine a world where healthcare is seamlessly integrated with digital technology, making patient care more efficient and effective. In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast's Health Tech Hour, host Steve Roest, CEO & Founder of PocDoc, sits down with Steve Sawyer, Managing Director of The Access Group's Health, Support and Care division. Together, they explore the groundbreaking ways digital solutions are transforming the healthcare landscape, particularly within the NHS.
Steve Sawyer shares insights into how his division is revolutionizing care services by integrating health and local government initiatives. They discuss the evolution from traditional care models to a comprehensive suite of digital solutions designed to ease the lives of care providers and improve patient outcomes. From mental health to community health services, the conversation covers a broad spectrum of specialist markets that benefit from these technological advancements.
One of the key highlights of their discussion is the role of digital monitoring in predicting and preventing care issues before they escalate. This proactive approach not only enhances the quality of care but also helps create capacity within an often-overburdened healthcare system. The episode delves into the innovative solutions being developed to address mental health crises, showcasing how technology can support both individuals and families in times of need.
Steve Roest and Steve Sawyer also touch on the transformation within the NHS, contrasting media portrayals with the actual innovation and growth happening behind the scenes. Steve Sawyer's recent trustee appointment at SNAP underscores his dedication to leveraging digital healthcare solutions to make a real difference in people's lives. If you're curious about how digital technology is shaping the future of healthcare and want to hear from leaders at the forefront of this revolution, this episode is a must-listen.