Beyond the Clicks: Reclaiming Time at the Bedside

In this episode of Healthcare On Air, Dr. Monica Soni of Covered California dives into the real-world economics of preventative care, emphasizing that innovation must address affordability, not just add cost. She explores how wearables, digital tools, and rural health investments can extend care access, but only if thoughtfully implemented within existing workflows and local realities. The conversation highlights a core truth in healthcare: while technology evolves rapidly, what patients value most remains unchanged - time, trust, and human connection at the bedside.