Episode #1. Empowering Clinicians and Patients in the Digital Age, with Jane Sarasohn Kahn, Health Economist at Think Health

In the latest episode of Smartcare Team Spotlight, Molly McCarthy interviews Jane Sarsohn-Kahn, emphasizing the importance of embracing virtual care and technology in healthcare. They discuss the challenges hospitals face in investing in digital transformation, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jane highlights the need to empower smart care teams, including nurses and other healthcare professionals, with the right technology and data to improve patient outcomes and lower costs.

They also touch on the significance of patient education and engagement and the evolving role of technology in healthcare. Jane's practical advice is to develop a strategy that meets patients where they are, embraces virtual care, and involves patients as co-designers in the healthcare journey.