69: HealthTech Hour with Steve Roest - Episode 6969: HealthTech Hour with Steve Roest - Episode 69
UK Health Radio Podcast
Steve Roest talks with Dr. Taz Alderwood about HealthTech's role in transforming healthcare, focusing on innovations that enhance GP availability and patient care.
55:29•9 Dec 2025
Revolutionising Healthcare: A Chat with Dr. Taz Alderwood
Episode Overview
- Docabode enhances GP availability through innovative technology.
- Dr. Alderwood's career journey showcases adaptability and innovation.
- HealthTech is vital for improving urgent care systems.
- Effective patient care requires integrating technology seamlessly.
- Supportive networks are crucial for entrepreneurial success.
“"If you tell me it's my patient, they're near me... I'd consider doing that if the price was right."”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this captivating episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Steve Roest sits down with Dr. Taz Alderwood, the founder of Docabode, to discuss the transformative power of HealthTech in modern healthcare. Dr. Alderwood shares his journey from a traditional GP role to becoming a pioneer in NHS telehealth, revealing the challenges and triumphs of integrating technology into patient care.
His innovative approach addresses the urgent need for efficient healthcare solutions, especially in urgent care systems. Listeners will be intrigued by Dr. Alderwood's anecdotes about his career path, from his early days in medicine to his entrepreneurial leap into HealthTech. The episode highlights how Docabode is revolutionising patient care by optimising GP availability and improving service delivery. Dr.
Alderwood's insights into the importance of adaptability and innovation in healthcare offer valuable lessons for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and health. The conversation is peppered with light-hearted moments and honest reflections, making it both informative and engaging. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the world of HealthTech innovation. What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol?
Find out how technology is reshaping the landscape of healthcare and learn from those who are leading the charge.
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