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Digital Healthcare Unleashed: Can it Transform Patient Care?

This episode of Highway to Health features host David Kemp in conversation with Amanda Hansen, President of AdvancedMD, exploring how digital healthcare technologies are transforming provider workflows and patient outcomes in the post-COVID era. The discussion covers telemedicine's role in expanding access, the power of data in driving patient engagement, and how technology can free providers to focus on care rather than administration.

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Telemedicine has removed geographic barriers and dramatically expanded healthcare accessibility since COVID-19.

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Healthcare data, when used effectively, can serve as a tool for patient engagement and empowerment rather than just record-keeping.

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Digital workflow optimization allows providers to redirect time and energy from administrative tasks back to direct patient care.

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The rapid evolution of digital healthcare, particularly in the post-COVID era, has brought unprecedented changes. With a surge in telemedicine, streamlined workflows, and enhanced data accessibility, healthcare providers are now more empowered than ever to focus on patient care over administrative tasks. The sector is witnessing a significant shift, driven by technological advancements and a deeper understanding of patient-centered care.

Healthcare providers are now more empowered than ever to focus on patient care over administrative tasks.

In this transformative landscape, what are the key ways that cutting-edge technology is reshaping the healthcare provider’s experience, and how does this revolution benefit patient care?

Join David Kemp, in a compelling episode of “Highway to Health,” as he engages with Amanda Hansen, the pioneering President of AdvancedMD. They unravel the dynamic world of digital healthcare and its profound impact on healthcare providers, shedding light on the ultimate beneficiary: the patient.

The conversation explores:

  • How telemedicine has shattered geographical barriers, ushering in a new era of accessibility and convenience in healthcare post-COVID-19.
  • Why data isn’t just about numbers and can act as a tool for engagement and empowerment, paving the way for a more participative patient experience.
  • How technology can help redirect focus to patient care.

At the helm of AdvancedMD since 2006, Amanda Hansen offers a unique perspective on healthcare IT’s evolution. Her journey, fueled by her father’s health struggles, encapsulates her dedication to refining healthcare through technological innovation, focusing on enhancing provider efficiency and patient outcomes.

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David Kemp
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With experience in coaching college basketball, supporting large healthcare systems through ICD-10, to now leading the healthcare vertical at MarketScale, David enjoys the journey. Craving knowledge is one of David's core values, and he has the opportunity to learn from some of the best as host of the Highway to Health podcast series.

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About the Experts

David Kemp
David Kemp

Host, Highway to Health

David Kemp is the host of Highway to Health, a MarketScale show and live event series focused on the future of healthcare. He engages with industry innovators and executives to explore how technology, policy, and patient-centered approaches are reshaping healthcare delivery. His work spans topics including digital health, telemedicine, and healthcare workflow optimization.

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Amanda Hansen

President

AdvancedMD

Amanda Hansen has served as President of AdvancedMD since 2006, overseeing the company's healthcare IT solutions for independent medical practices. Her commitment to improving healthcare technology was shaped in part by her father's personal health struggles. She focuses on enhancing provider efficiency and patient outcomes through digital innovation.

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